KING'S MATE

Cruel Man

"Gween! Why haven't you come out yet?" Edmund's voice that came from the cabin door woke me from his reverie. I quickly lowered the blouse again so that the exposed part of my stomach closed again.

I got up and grimaced slightly because I felt pain in my stomach area. Edmund gave me a worried look and walked over, "are you okay, Gween?"

I gave him a soothing smile and patted him shoulder a few times, "Of course I'm okay. Just a little cramp"

Edmund looked at me skeptically. He decided not to say anything and led me out of the cabin. I breathe a lot of air and close my eyes.

I like the air, it's so cool here and different from the air in New York which is filled with pollution.

Edmund and I walked down the stairs. He led me back to the limousine which was parked not far from the jet. I whistled softly. A limousine? Too fancy for a young billionaire like Nickolas, but that's natural. Rich people like him will always buy luxury goods without fear of worrying about running out of money. I wish I could be like that too.

My forehead slowly constricted and threw a questioning look at Edmund. As if understanding the meaning of my gaze, Edmund answered "so that we can all fit in one car," he said, giving a little explanation.

When I got into the car, Nickolas, Malcolm, and Joshua were already sitting comfortably and busy doing their own business. The car door closed and I turned to Edmund and whispered, "What did you say to Maggie about me?"

"secret" he answered simply.

I groaned in disgust and whispered back, "tell me Edmund, or I'll -"

"Gween, move this way," my sentence was interrupted by Nickolas's sudden remark. He glared at me for a few moments then turned his gaze to Edmund. I looked at Edmund confused. Nickolas called my name firmly and with emphasis. I sighed and changed my sitting position beside him.

I just found a comfortable position to sit, Nickolas's hand moved and wrapped around my waist. He pulled my body closer and embraced my body so possessively. Of course everyone was aware of what Nickolas was doing to me, but they didn't comment on anything and chose to be busy with their respective activities.

"Why are you hugging me? I can't move," I protested slowly and then tried to release his hand from my body. Nickolas looked down at me and gave a soft growl. He didn't heed my protest sentence, even he tightened his arm.

"Shut up!" he hissed softly.

"But I ----"

"I told you to be quiet," he snapped softly. I lowered my head and decided to be quiet. My eyes were filled with tears and my nose felt itchy because I wanted to cry. With all my might I hold back the sobs that want to come out by focusing my attention on my fingers interlock.

Slowly the feeling of confusion began to dominate me. Why am I crying just because I scream? Why are my emotions mixed up like this when it comes to Nickolas? Even though I don't know him at all.

Really confusing.

Two hours later the car I was riding stopped moving and I looked up. My mouth is wide open and my eyes are fully rounded. Unbelief filled my mind and I could not hide the awe I felt. "wow"

In front of me there is a castle that so majestic and beautiful. The building stands so sturdy even though time is spinning endlessly. A number of guards were on duty and I could see two men in black suits standing on alert on either side of the main door.

"Joshua, take Gween to my mansion. I have an important matter that must be resolved immediately. After that I will catch up to the mansion," Nickolas said and then got out of the car.

A man with blond hair walked out of the castle and welcomed Nickolas with a broad smile, but of course the one who welcomed only displayed a flat and calm expression.

Edmund and Malcolm followed out after saying goodbye to me. After the door closed again, the car went back and Joshua made a sound, "there must be a lot you want to ask me right?"

"So much that I'm confused where to start" I muttered, nodding my head in agreement.

Joshua flung his back on the seat and looked at me for a long time. "Why was I brought here Josh? I really don't understand"

"I want to answer it, but I can't yet. This isn't the time and I'm sure Alpha wants to tell you by himself" he said tiredly.

"Then who are you? Why are you so different ..." I murmured unsure. Joshua changed his seat to an upright position and stared at me closely.

"Okay, for that one I will answer it, because Alpha gave me the task to give all the basic knowledge to you" he murmured softly, I'm sure he intended not to tell me the information he had revealed because his eyes were fully rounded and looked at me carefully.

"Task? What task? And basic knowledge? Do you think I'm an elementary school student who doesn't know anything?" I say in an offended tone.

"That's not what I meant, let me explain when we get to the mansion," Joshua murmured finally.

***

(Nickolas Private Mansion)

"Now explain to me everything Joshua" I muttered as I sat down on the sofa. Now Joshua and I are in the fireplace room which doubles as the living room. Do you know what my reaction was when I first saw Nickolas's private mansion?

Amazed.

So amazed, that it took me five minutes to wake up from my amazement and walk in. A few servants and a butler welcomed me and gave me a gentle smile and Joshua walked me around and showed me where my room was.

Then here I am, sitting on a soft couch in front of the fireplace while waiting for Joshua to tell them who they are, but before Joshua is able to start the explanation, the door that connects the fireplace room with the main Hall of the mansion burst open and Nickolas walks in with his thick aura of domination.

Joshua immediately stood up while bowing respectfully to Nickolas. "Joshua, have you looking Gween around?" Nickolas asked flatly. His eyes didn't pay attention to Joshua, but instead looked at me intensely.

Joshua answered Nickolas's question with a positive answer, Nickolas nodded in satisfaction and gestured to Joshua to leave the room.

After Joshua out, Nickolas walked to the sofa where I was and stopped his steps right in front of me.

He lowered his sturdy body and placed his hands on the sofa right on either side of my head, which automatically locked me in place.

Nickolas was silent for quite a long time, but when his mouth opened to make a sound, I immediately clenched my fists so strongly and the desire to slap him, "You will never leave this place. This is your home now"

"What do you mean huh?" I hissed, I didn't like his tone that sound dictate.

"I'm in control here and you can't leave without my permission," he muttered calmly. His face didn't display any emotion, but I could see a small grin clearly printed on his perfect face which like a Greek god.

"You are crazy!" I shouted angrily.

"You are mine, Little Mate, and I have the right to control whatever belongs to me at will." He said in an arrogant tone. I gritted my teeth and tried to hold my hand so that it wouldn't float to his face.

"I am not yours or anyone and I have the right to manage my own life"

Nickolas's eyes darkened and growled softly. One hand slipped and gripped my jaw tightly. "Just obey and remember, if you run then there will be consequences, okay?"

"No," I said flatly.

"Gween don't mess with me"

"Gween don't mess with me," I repeated the sentence in a mocking tone. Nickolas's expression grew darker and the grip of his hand on my back grew louder. I grimaced and tried to let go of his hand, but it was all in vain.

"Don't disrespect me!" growled angrily. I rolled my eyes and looked at him defiantly. "Looks like you need a lesson in manners" then he jerked his hand from my jaw and grabbed a handful of my hair. I shouted in pain when he heartlessly grabbed me violently.

"Remember Gween, everything related to you is mine and I have the right to regulate it. Your body, your voice, your heart, even every breath you take is mine and I have the right to do whatever I think is appropriate. If you behave like this again, then don't blame me if I have to give you a lesson, understand?"

I pursed my lips because I didn't like the words, but I couldn't help answering, "ok ..." in a trembling voice.

Good job Gween. I thought sarcastically. Now you will look weak with your voice shaking like that by him. I added in an annoyed tone.

I just snorted in my heart. What else can I do? The man in front of me was so intimidating that it was only natural for me to answer in that tone.

Nickolas looked at me for a few moments before nodding in satisfaction. He released his hand from my hair and walked out of the room.

Jerk!