*Raven's POV*
"What is going to happen to my apartment?...My job?" I asked in a quiet tone, sparing him my first glance the entire car ride.
I couldn't help but wonder how my decision would uproot my entire life I built for myself. Would I get fired from my job for not showing up? Will I have to break my lease? Will I ever get to see Adam again? My mind was running through question after question in my head, causing my anxiety to increase, thus elevating my heart rate.
He held up a hand to keep me from asking further questions aloud. He turned to me, looking straight through my soul with his cold, dark eyes, bringing me out of my thoughts momentarily. "We will talk about all of that once we get inside...but that should be the least of your worries," he finished in a hard, commanding tone, with a longing look on his face. His words sent chills all throughout my body, terrifying me to my core.
"W-what do you mean?" I was afraid to ask, but I had to know what I just got myself into. Why did I blindly accept a deal with a devil without knowing the terms first? Why didn't I ask more questions before saying yes? I couldn't help but kick myself the more I thought about the situation I was in. I wasn't usually like this. I was normally a planner, an organizer, someone who carefully thought through every possibility before making decisions...but I didn't have that opportunity this time. It's for my brother, after all. What was I to do?
"You'll know soon enough," he answered with a slight smirk. I was only left with more questions and concerning thoughts after his cryptic response.
The car ride was quiet the rest of the way to my unknown destination. Before long, the SUV took a turn followed by a short stop to punch in a code and open the gate that blocked off the entire property, along with trees, properly places along the gate.
After the gate opened, I watched out the window as the property came further into view. My mouth flew open the further the SUV drove up the long path to the estate. It was about as wide as it was tall with beautiful light and dark brick layered together and an uncountable amount of windows. I was sure my apartment could fit inside his estate at least 20 times, with no exaggeration.
My silent gawking was soon cut short by Silas' next short quip. "Out," he commanded. I felt obligated to abide by his commands, at least until we could talk about the terms and conditions of...whatever this is...
I moved to get out, but before I could get far on my own, one of Silas' men grabbed me rough by the arm, pulling me to follow behind Silas.
"Ow, you're hurting me," I objected, as I tried and failed to pull my arm free. It was no use-this man clearly had the strength of Hulk, with his fingers baring into my forearm, creating what I was sure would be permanent marks. He pulled me inside the estate, followed behind Silas and his other men.
Several women in maid outfits came to meet us at the door to collect Silas' jacket along with his belongings.
"Welcome back, Mr. Black. Good trip?" The one with blonde hair and blue eyes asked. I drew my eyebrows back, bewildered by her question as if she just asked him about his most recent vacation... This woman was clearly clueless, blinded by Silas' looks or a little bit of both.
"Very good, thank you Tracy," he responded with a nod and a genuine smile in her direction, something I've had yet to see. I keep hoping there is more to him than this cold, hard, terrifying demeanor he seems very good at portraying, but somehow, I doubt it.
Tracy smiled in response to the minimal attention Silas seemed to give her before taking his stuff out of the foyer and into another room.
"Rocky, take her to her room on the third floor. You know what to do," Silas spoke to the man who almost broke my arm dragging me inside. Rocky went to grab my arm again, but I pulled back before he could get a good grip.
"I can walk on my own," I said, sounding the most confident I have felt since I was ripped from my life.
Silas gave Rocky a silent nod, causing Rocky to put his arm down and lead me in the direction of the stairs. I turned around for a quick glance of Silas, but all I saw was the back of him, walking down a long hallway on the first floor before he disappeared. He definitely terrified me, but as much as I hated to admit it, I also found something intriguing about him for some reason. A thought I'm sure I would come to regret very soon...
I shook my head clear of my demented thoughts before focusing on my path. Rocky proceeded to lead me up three flights of stairs and down a long hallway to a room I assumed I would be staying in.
"Boss' room is right next door so don't even think about trying anything," he warned as he led me inside a huge room full of light grey walls, a white couch with matching chairs, and a queen-sized bed with white sheets and comforter to match. The size of this bedroom was about the same size of my entire apartment. I was amazed by all of the beautiful decor and expensive-looking furniture. It was definitely nothing I could afford to furniture my apartment with.
I was standing there admiring the beauty and size of the room when Rocky grabbed me by the arm and led me to the far corner of the room where it had an attached chain and handcuff on the wall.
"W-wait, what are you-" before I could finish, he grabbed the cuff and placed it around my ankle, trapping me within three feet of the wall. Everything happened so fast, I couldn't even protest until it was too late...
"No, please... get this thing off of me. Please!" I desperately tried removing the cuff from around my ankle with no success, quickly letting my fear take over.
"It will stay on until you can be trusted. At least until you meet with the boss to the discuss terms," he responded in an unbothered tone as he slowly made his way to the exit.
"B-but, when will that be?" I asked, begging for any information.
"When he's ready for you," he said without another glance in my direction.
"PLEASE! Please come back!" I yelled as tears quickly flooded my face, making my vision blurry.
He continued moving towards the door and proceeded to leave the room, shutting and locking the door behind him.
The room was quiet. No one came back; no one seemed to care. I was left all alone, by myself, in this big cold room, chained to a wall.
All I could hear were the sobs erupting from within me as I slowly collapsed to the floor, tucking my knees to my chest. I buried my face in my knees and let it all out. I cried and cried until I felt like there were no tears left.
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*Silas' POV*
As I sat there and worked, I found it hard to focus. All I could think about was her. I found myself re-reading the same report multiple times before being able to move on.
The way she looked in that low-cut nightgown had me hard in my pants. I couldn't get that image out of my mind.
I knew she was going to be a problem for me the moment I saw her, but I couldn't help but use my business to get close to her. I had to have her...and I always get what I want. I just had to make sure not to get too attached... Right. This was only business.
I was brought out of my thoughts when I heard the door to my study open. I knew exactly who it was without even having to look.
“You get her settled in her room?” I asked, without looking up from my desk.
"Yes, boss," Rocky replied, as he stood in the doorway.
"Good," I confirmed.
"Please have Tracy and Alicia help her wash up and change. Then please bring her here for our meeting in exactly one hour," I said as I flipped the last page in my current report I was tending to.
"Right away, boss." Rocky turned to leave, shutting the door behind him on the way out.
I turned back to my work and didn't stop until I heard a knock on my door.
"Come in," I looked up to see Rocky pushing Raven into the room, until she stood in front of me. I looked her up and down, taking her in. Her low-cut skirt and skimpy top had my c**k twitching in my pants.
I couldn't help but grin in satisfaction, pleased that she followed instructions. She looked less than pleased, but that didn't matter.
"Thanks Rocky, you can leave." I nodded in his direction and watched him do the same before turning on his heels and walking out of the door, closing it behind him.
"Sit," I commanded, pointing her in the direction of the chair in front of my desk. She sat down in silence.
She looked strong, but cautious as she sat there and waited for my next move. Her long, dark brown wavy hair hugged her shoulders just perfectly. Her eyes were swollen and red. I could tell she had been crying, but she never looked more sexy.
I tried to ignore my inner thoughts, went back around to my side of my desk, grabbed the paperwork, and pushed it towards her.
"Here are my terms. You must do everything here if you want your brother to live and his death to be resolved." I grabbed a glass from the shelf behind me and filled it with the finest scotch as I watched her reading through the contract. When she didn't say anything, I continued as I moved back to my desk and took a seat.
"For two years, minimum, you will serve me in whatever capacity I need or want-no exceptions; maid, cook, s*x slave, etc. You get the gist." I took a sip to hide my smile as I watched complete terror form on her face.