Chapter 1
(Contains scene that might be upsetting to sensitive readers.)
I walk into new school. My nerves is done, it's a private school not a place I would like to be at. But my father is a manager at a high class company. We just moved here. All expenses paid even entry at a private school. So I just had to go with the flow.
The hall way is fill with students. I hold on to my books like they can hide me now. I left my hair afro this morning, only place a band on. I feel like I don't belong, I'm literally the only brown skin in the school so far I have seen.
A boys gaze flickers to my distinctive hairstyle and brown skin, a rarity in these predominantly white hallways. His smirk grows wider, his eyes glinting with a mixture of curiosity and disdain. He steps closer, invading my personal space.
"Well, well, well. Look what the cat dragged in. A little... exotic flower in our stuffy old school, huh?"
He reaches out, fingers brushing against a curl of my afro, testing my reaction.
"What's your name, chocolate chip?" He ask.
I don't move. "My name is Zantay." I say softly.
"Zantay. Pretty name for a pretty little thing." He muses, his fingers still toying with my hair before he drops his hand.
"I'm Jackson. Jackson Brooks. You'll be seeing a lot of me around here, sweetheart."
His eyes rake over me, taking in my slim frame, my unique beauty, and the way I cling to my books like a security blanket. He leans in closer, his voice dropping to a low, menacing tone.
"So, Zantay, how's the new girl doing on her first day? Feeling a little... out of place, maybe?"
I nod. His making me strangely more uncomfortable. In the back of my head I completed the puzzle. His father is Mr Brooks, the same men my father is working for, and also founder of this school. I swallow. I don't make eye contact.
"It was nice to meet you Jackson but I need to get to class." I say softly.
Jackson's grin widens at my attempt to dismiss him, clearly amused by my discomfort. He reaches out, catching my arm in a firm grip before I can escape.
"Oh, no you don't, sweetheart. I'm not done with you yet."
His fingers dig into my skin, not painfully, but enough to keep me in place. He leans in even closer, his breath warm against my ear.
"You see, my daddy founded this school. I practically run the place. And if I say you're staying, then you're staying. At least for now."
He pulls back, his gaze piercing as he studies my reaction.
"So, how about you and I become... better acquainted, Zantay? I promise I'll make your time here much more... enjoyable." He purrs, his thumb caressing my arm in a way that makes my skin crawl.
My whole inside is shaking. I've never been this afraid before. I can see loves the power he holds over me, the fear in my eyes. For him it's intoxicating.
He leans in closer, his lips brushing against my ear as he whispers, "don't worry, sweetheart. I'll take good care of you. You're going to be my little pet, and I'll make sure everyone knows it."
His hand slides from my arm to my waist, pulling me closer. I know he can feel the heat of my body, the rapid beat of my heart. It excites him, knowing he has this effect on me.
Suddenly, the bell rings, signaling the start of class. Jackson pulls back, a wicked grin on his face.
"Looks like it's time for you to go, pet. But don't think this is over. We'll pick up where we left off soon enough."
I run off to my first class, my heart beat like thunder inside of me. My first day and it feels already like hell.
The rest of the day passes in a blur, each class a struggle to focus as Jackson's words echo in my mind. I catch glimpses of him throughout the day, his smirk always directed at me, a silent promise of things to come.
As the final bell rings, signaling the end of the school day, I rush to gather my belongings, eager to escape the oppressive atmosphere of the school. But as I step out into the parking lot, I see him leaning against his sleek, expensive car, waiting for me.
He pushes off the car, striding towards me with a predatory grace.
"Thought you could run from me, pet?" He chuckles, his eyes dark with intent. "I told you, we're not done. Not by a long shot."
He reaches out, grabbing my wrist and pulling me closer. "Now, let's go for a little ride. I want to show you something."
"Jackson please." I try to protest.
My protest falls on deaf ears as Jackson tightens his grip on my wrist, his fingers digging into my skin.
"Oh, don't be like that, sweetheart. I promise you'll like where I'm taking you."
He drags me towards his car, not giving me a chance to resist. He opens the passenger door and practically throws me inside before sliding into the driver's seat.
As he starts the engine, the car purrs to life, the vibrations sending a shiver down my spine. Jackson glances over at me, his eyes raking over my body appreciatively.
"Relax, pet. I'm not going to hurt you... much." He says with a smirk, pulling out of the parking lot and onto the road.
The car speeds through the streets, the scenery blurring outside the windows. My heart races, a mix of fear. Silent tears is rolling down my cheeks.
He glances over at me, noticing the tears streaming down my face. For a moment, a flicker of something like guilt crosses his features, but it's quickly replaced by a smirk.
"Don't cry, sweetheart. I hate it when girls cry." He reaches over, wiping away my tears with his thumb, his touch surprisingly gentle.
"I told you, I'm not going to hurt you. At least, not in the way you're thinking."
The car pulls off the main road, onto a narrow, winding path that leads into the woods. Jackson brings the vehicle to a stop in a clearing, the setting sun casting a warm glow over the landscape.
"We're here." He says, turning off the engine and turning to face me. "This is my special place. No one else knows about it. But now, you do."
I stare out at the peaceful scene before me, the beauty of the woods a stark contrast to the turmoil inside me. I wipe away the remnants of my tears, trying to compose myself.
"Why are we here, Jackson?" I ask softly, my voice trembling slightly. "What do you want from me?"
He leans back in his seat, his eyes never leaving mine.
"I want you, Zantay. I want to make you mine. I've never seen anyone like you before. You're... different. And I always get what I want."
He reaches out, his hand cupping my cheek, his thumb brushing over my bottom lip.
"You're going to be my girl, pet. My little secret. And if you're a good girl, I'll make sure you're well taken care of."
"What do you mean by pet and secret?" I ask nervously.
His thumb presses against my lips, silencing my question. His eyes bore into mine, intense and commanding.
"It means exactly what I said, pet. You'll be mine, and mine alone. No one else can have you. And as for being a secret... well, let's just say I don't want to share you with the rest of the school. You're too precious."
His hand slides from my cheek to the back of my neck, his fingers tangling in my hair.
"I'll take care of you, Zantay. I'll give you everything you could ever want. All you have to do is belong to me."
He leans in closer, his lips hovering just above mine. "So, what do you say, sweetheart? Will you be my little pet? My secret lover?"
"No I can't Jackson please. I don't like whatever it is your saying." I try to push him away.
My rejection stings his pride, his eyes flashing with anger. He grabs my wrists, pinning them above my head as he leans in closer, his breath hot against my face.
" Oh, I think you can, pet." He growls, his voice low and dangerous.
"You don't have a choice in the matter. I always get what I want, and I want you."
His free hand roams over my body, squeezing and groping in a possessive manner.
"You're mine now, Zantay. Whether you like it or not. And I'm going to make sure everyone knows it."
He crushes his lips against mine in a brutal kiss, his tongue forcing its way into my mouth. He kisses me until I'm breathless, until I'm struggling against him, tears streaming down my face.
"Please let me go, please Jackson don't do this please." I beg him throughout my crying.