LOGINLia Tan’s quiet, peaceful life is shattered when she is kidnapped by the powerful, twisted Vincent Casella, thrusting her into a world of wealth, luxury, and terror. Just as Vincent plans to auction her off, mysterious billionaire Rafe Laurent steps in, saving Lia for reasons rooted in his own dark past.
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I walk into the pitch-dark room, reaching for the switch to turn on the lights. My fingers couldn't touch the switch. Like the switch isn't there. But the room is familiar. It is my bedroom with Vishal. The room where we have a thousand sex, say the most cheesy love lines to each other, fight and cry, console and kiss away each other's pain.
A smile formed on my face as I spotted a bouquet of roses on the bed. I shut the door and walk to the bed. The bouquet has a note on it and I pick it up to read.
My heart does a little flip-flop at whatever romantic adventure Vishal is planning now. I open the note but the sound of rushing water from the bedroom makes me look up.
“Vi?”
No response. But it has to be him. Maybe he is waiting for me to join him in the shower.
I feel my pussy wet at the lewd thought of another shower hardcore fuck with Vi. I tease the rope of my nightgown, almost taking it off as I head into the bathroom.
“Vi?“
I stop taking off my nightgown as I realize there's no one inside the bathroom. But the shower is on and running on the bathroom floor.
Strange. I look around, hoping to find Vi. Maybe he is playing hide and seek with me, he does that sometimes. But he's not here.
Then who turned on the shower?
Goosebumps grace my skin at the sudden eerie feeling. I turn off the shower and step out of the bathroom.
I gasp as I notice that the roses are dead and withered. But they were beautiful a few seconds ago.
I reach for the note and read what is written inside it.
*You can't hide from me forever, little mate. I swear I'll find you, and I'll make you mine. Love, R.*
“R?“ I mutter. Who the hell is 'R' and how did this note and the bouquet get in here?
The door flies open and I turn in anticipation to see Vi. But it isn't him.
”Hello, little mate,” He grins, displaying bloodied fangs. “Did you miss me?”
I go pale at the monstrous intruder, “Stay away from me–“
I try to run past him but he pulls me back by my hair and throws me on the bed.
He climbs on me, pinning my body to the bed. His claws clutch my neck, making it hard to suck in the air.
“Let me go!“
“Not in this lifetime, Jane,” He howls, ripping my gown into shreds with his other hand.
“Please help me. Is someone out there?!” I force myself to scream. But it's hard.
“There's no one out there, little mate. I killed all of them. Starting with your precious Oliver…”
”No, not my daughter. Not Oliver, please. Shit!” I gasp as he tears my panties.
“Too late for that, don't you think? She's already lying dead, next to her father,“
“No. No, you didn't! No. Vishal!“
“I told you, didn't I? I'm always gonna come back for you. You can't get rid of me, Jane. So quit trying.“
He bends and forces his lips on mine as he slides a finger into my wet slit.
"No. Please. No!!!”
*
I wake up with a violent jerk, almost hitting the ground, but get pulled back into strong arms.
“Jane, take it easy,“ Vishal tries to calm me as he hugs me tightly, rubbing his hand on my hair.
“Oh dear goddess, Vishal. Thank goodness you're alive,“ I whimper, holding him tighter. “I thought I lost you,”
“That'll never happen,” He kisses my forehead and rests my head on his chest. “It was just a nightmare. Nothing more than a fucking nightmare.”
I try controlling my breathing as his words register in my head.
Calm down, Jane. It was just a nightmare. Richard is dead. You got nothing to be scared of.
”Yes, It's just a stupid nightmare,” I repeat in a shaky voice. But somehow, I couldn't bring myself to be at peace.
The nightmare felt so real. As if Richard is back and wants me. It feels like my ex-mate is back to claim me as his.
The crackling fire in the hearth cast flickering shadows across the grand sitting room. Lia sat on the edge of the couch, her knees tucked to her chest, warily watching Rafe as he paced the room. The tension between them was palpable, thickening the air like a storm about to break.Rafe had summoned her here without explanation, and she had come reluctantly, unsure of his intentions. His silence as he moved back and forth, hands shoved deep into his pockets, was unnerving.“Why am I here?” Lia finally asked, her voice strained but steady.Rafe stopped abruptly, his broad shoulders stiffening. He turned to face her, his expression carved from stone, yet his eyes betrayed a turmoil she couldn’t decipher.“You deserve an explanation,” he said, his tone low and measured.Lia blinked in surprise. It was the last thing she expected to hear from him. “An explanation for what?”“For why you’re here,” he said, his voice softening just slightly. He exhaled deeply, rubbing a hand across his face
The next morning arrived with a haze of gray clouds that seemed to press down on the sprawling estate, reflecting the weight in Lia’s chest. She’d barely slept, her mind restless with memories of Vincent’s cruelty and the auction, where her fate had been reduced to a bidding war. The uncertainty of her new life with Rafe twisted her insides into a knot.The sound of the door unlocking jolted her from her thoughts. She sat up abruptly, her heart pounding. Rafe stepped inside, his expression as impassive as ever, though his sharp gaze took in every detail of her appearance—her pale face, the dark circles under her eyes, and the tension in her posture.“You’ve been in here long enough,” he said flatly, closing the door behind him. “Come with me.”Lia hesitated, her body instinctively recoiling at his commanding tone. “Why? Where are we going?”“I don’t owe you an explanation,” he replied, his voice calm but firm. “But you need to eat something more substantial than what’s brought to your
The mansion loomed around Lia like a gilded cage, every corner dripping with opulence that only emphasized her isolation.Crystal chandeliers reflected light onto marble floors, casting intricate patterns that danced with her every step. The walls were adorned with artwork she couldn’t place, the kind of pieces meant to intimidate as much as impress.It felt less like a home and more like a fortress, built to keep secrets locked inside.Lia wandered cautiously through the hallways, her bare feet soundless against the cool tiles. Every turn revealed something new—an elaborate sitting room with furniture too pristine to be used, a library with shelves stretching so high that ladders were needed to reach the top, a sunroom filled with exotic plants that seemed out of place in such a cold environment.And yet, no matter where she went, she felt the eyes of the house on her. Cameras, maybe. Or just her own paranoia.Her thoughts were interrupted by a low murmur of voices coming from a near
“Rafe, you’re pacing again.”Cally’s voice was soft but firm as she stepped into the dimly lit study. Her sharp features were softened by concern, her eyes tracking her son’s restless movements. Rafe stood by the large bay window, staring out into the sprawling gardens below.“How can I not, Mom?” he replied, his voice tight with frustration. “This whole situation is a disaster waiting to explode.”Cally approached slowly, her silk robe trailing behind her like a ghostly whisper. She placed a gentle hand on his shoulder, but he didn’t turn to face her.“You’re taking on too much,” she said softly. “You always do.”Rafe scoffed, finally spinning around. “How can I not when everything I’ve built, everything I’ve worked for, is threatened by his games?”Cally tilted her head, studying him. “This isn’t just about him, is it?”Rafe hesitated, his jaw clenching. He moved toward the desk, running a hand through his dark hair. “It’s about her,” he admitted reluctantly. “Lia.”“Ah,” Cally said
Lia’s hands were trembling as she carefully finished the small, makeshift key she had crafted from the pieces she had scavenged over the last few days. The tools were rudimentary—just a chipped nail file and some metal scraps—but she had worked in secret, her eyes constantly darting toward the doo
“You don’t have to be afraid, Lia,” Vincent’s voice slithered through the cold air, his tone unnervingly calm. He stood across the room, leaning casually against the wall, his arms folded as if he were merely discussing a minor inconvenience. “You’re going to be fine here. We’re going to get along
"So cold," Lia muttered. The village was cloaked in a serene quiet that only deepened as dusk settled. Lia tightened her scarf around her neck, clutching a small stack of borrowed books against her chest as she walked along the dirt path leading home.The night air was crisp, carrying the faint sc
“These are for you, Miss Lia.”Lia glanced up from the sketchpad resting on her lap, startled by the voice of a delivery boy standing at her front gate. His arms were laden with a bouquet of vivid red roses and a small, neatly wrapped package.“For me?” she asked, standing and brushing off her dres












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