The Pakhan's Bride
I tried to stop, but his hold on my wrist forced me to keep moving, to keep trying to match his long strides.
As soon as we stepped out of the church, all of his men bowed to us in unison. Their energetic gestures had me flinching. He opened the door and slightly pushed me to get inside, but I refused to move.
"Tsk," he gripped the back of my neck and forced me inside. His rough fingers easily wrapped around my neck, a little pressure, and I would meet God.
He harshly shut the door beside me, making me flinch.
More tears welled up in my eyes as the harsh reality continued to haunt me. I am Pakhan's wife now. A man who was famous for his brutality and power. How was I supposed to be with some