Chapter 5: Lock in the room

"What the f*cking hell are you waiting for? Strip!"

Via froze. Her eyes widened, looking straight at Roan. The guy was still writhing in pain as Uno clutched her boyfriend's hair behind his head. He had a swollen black eye with varying hues of purple and red all over its trunk that were virtually indistinguishable; blood kept leaking from his mouth, down his chin, and onto his partially ripped shirt sleeve. However, instead of having compassion for the man, she was more preoccupied with a few things swirling around her head. She just wondered. Roan had never raised his voice at her in all the years they had been together, especially to command her to disrobe in his presence, knowing they were with other people.

How did her man suddenly turn into this when he knew she could not do it? The thought filled her with such loathing. Even though she wished this matter would be explained to her soon so she could pardon him, neither of them could bring themselves to speak. Thereby, she could not help but clench her hands while tears constantly dribbled down her face with the blood from her cheek.

In an instant, the silence was deafening.

Uno kept his cool and meticulously watched the girl's posture, waiting for her next move. But she seemed to be anchored in her place. A wispy smirk briefly slanted into his lips before he diverted his attention to Roan.

"She is just an innocent woman. Please don't hurt her. I am begging you."

The man pleaded, full of apprehension over something unpleasant that might happen to his woman. As usual, Uno did not respond. He just regarded the guy, thinking how stupid it was to beg for someone like him who had no concern for other people's grievances. Such a poor one! He struck Roan's face hard on the concrete floor and immediately lost consciousness. Then again, he turned his focus on Via. Nothing else was apparent on her face except the utter fear engulfing her while she looked at him. Her hands stiffened as her tears continued to trickle down her cheeks. Even so, he could not feel any sympathy. Because the moment he stared at her, resentment was the only sentiment that had been prevalent within him. Still, he maintained his composure as his eyes were like daggers aimed at her, as though she was a bird he wanted to murder.

Uno got to his feet. He slid his gun into his waistband and ventured out the door. Alex and the rest of his men were visible, standing out there. As he exited, he did not say a word. But from just a single glance he gave them, it was entirely clear what he wanted them to do. That implies giving his men the authority to handle the responsibility for what to do with those people. Afterward, he went on his way and left.

The men entered the warehouse.

Alex ordered his companions to carry the unconscious man lying on the cold floor out of the warehouse. They followed his directives. Then he stepped over to the woman, who appeared intimidated by what they were doing.

"W-Where are you taking him?" she queried in dread. However, no one paid attention. They picked up Roan and began to stroll near the door. In trepidation that they would end his life, she drew her legs from the floor underneath her to trudge close to the guys and dissuade them from taking Roan.

Alex noticed her intended course of action. He promptly popped up in front of this girl and barred her path before she could get any closer. Therefore, she came to a stop. He grasped her arm and hustled her ahead of him to tramp up out of the door. With its force, she nearly stumbled onto the floor. Yet he was indifferent. He even shoved her to move.

"Lakad!"

Out of intense fear, the young woman cautiously strode towards the door. Alex did not ponder whether she would hesitate to follow at first or make an effort to flee. He knew that she did seem to fully understand that there was no use in trying to run away. It would be just asking for death. He trailed her, watching her back fiercely shudder. When they got out of the warehouse, this girl stopped. He noticed her sight roaming over the expansive yard of the house that dawned on them. And despite her fear and anxiety, he could see the amazement in its eyes.

No wonder. Even at night, the ambiance was prodigious since everywhere in the outdoors had been lit up. This substantial plantation-style estate takes your breath away with its beauty. It features a lovely set of staircases leading to the stunning blue Bisazza tiled swimming pool with a landscape design on the front yard. White lights are installed in the pool to intensify the blue tiles. There are also trees lined up on each side of the yard.

Alex hauled Via's arm to proceed on their trek and headed to the mansion. They reached the door. It was a four-meter-high, sky-framed door. Two men were standing on either side of it, and one of them opened it. They came in and walked straight through the hallway to the galleried landing area. He dragged her up the stairs. Nang magkandapa-dapa ito sa bawat hakbang nila sa pag-akyat, he carried her over his shoulder like a sack. She was not that heavy. Thus, it was relatively easy for him to take her to the last chamber on the floor.

As he opened the door, that's how quickly the girl felt the chill in the whole room hit her shoulders. It was dark. There was no light in this space. However, he still managed to get her inside and tossed her onto the bed. Sa lakas niyon ay dinig ang pagdaing nito. Pero hindi niya pinansin. Lumabas siya sa kuwarto. He slammed the door and locked it. After that, he left.