VOW OF DECEPTION

chapter 3

Jaydisse POV

I just decided to wear something off...

So I decided to go for a big black shirt with huge collars and some shorts. I packed my hair in a messy bun and came downstairs.

Lord Hades was at the end of the breakfast table. I went and took the seat at the other end.

"Look at me," Hades ordered.

I slowly looked up to see the fierce look on his face.

Varisha dropped my meal in front of me and left with a little bow.

"I need you to know that your father's debt has rubbed off on you, meaning you have no right to go against me," Hades said.

"You don't need to state the obvious, Lord Hades," I said.

"Being defiant, aren't we? Well, you'll have yourself to blame for what happens next," he said again.

He seemed a little playful or so I thought before his grin vanished and he was back to the person I knew.

"I apologize, Lord Hades," I said.

"So this is what's left of the Falconne line."

That was my bloodline being said like a file name. He picked up a glass of wine, didn't drink it, just rolled it between his fingers.

"Your father lost, and you are the receipt," Hades said. That hit harder than any insult.

"Tell me something, Signore Creditore. Did you choose me before my father even signed?” At this point I could care less about what happens next. I need answers, and I will get them."

"I did not choose you. I won you," he said with a smirk. He was truly a demon.

"Now, here are my rules...Rule one: You exist here because I allow it. You are not family, neither are you a staff member... You are my inventory. Think of yourself as a piece of furniture that had been delivered late," Hades said.

"Okay, Lord Hades," I said, trying to hide my embarrassment.

"Rule two: You don't speak unless I ask you a question... I don't entertain noise...

Rule three: Non toccarmi (Don't Touch me). Trophies don't get to touch their owner," he added again.

I was on the verge of crying, but I stopped myself from doing it... I refuse to let him gain satisfaction from me.

“I will not break your rules, Lord Hades,” I said.

“And if you break those rules, a punishment would be too easy for you. I'll forget you're in this house, and trust me, being invisible in this house is worse than being hated... Now go upstairs, put on something that Varisha has set up for you, and come back downstairs,” Hades ordered.

“Yes, Lord Hades,” I replied and went upstairs.

I opened the closet and found different clothes, specially prepared for a La padrina (Female gangster).

“What does he want to turn me into?” I asked no one in particular.

“Well, if I want to survive, then I have to do exactly what he says,” I said to myself.

I came back downstairs and found Hades' eyes fixated on my every move. He didn't say anything, just stared blankly at me.

“Get the car ready,” I heard him say over the phone.

He walked ahead of me and I followed behind closely.

He entered the passenger's seat, and I sat at the back.

“Get in the front I'm not your f*****g driver” Hades said. I hurriedly left the back seat and sat at the front

×××××××

His car stopped behind a building. We both came down and I walked behind him. Two men were guarding the door

“Good day Lord Hades” they greeted. Hades walked passed them

“Watxh over my car” he said as he continued walking, I silently followed him closely

When we entered the room I took a moment to scan the room. Basement level, no windows, red low lights, leather booths, cigarette smokes sat I'm the air and some people spoke in low numbers

“The last shipment…”the girl said but cut herself off when she saw me. Judging by how she behaves, her looks and the way she talks I was sure she is the consigliere.

Hades sat down and i sat down beaide him. My hand restedon my thigh as i stared blankly at the wall doing nothing

“The port is delayed again"Hades said

“Yes Padrone. Well i'll figure out a way to make sure the shipment doesn'tger stolen again” The most silent one said

“Thats fine by me Fabian. Afterall, you put me in a whole lot of stress the last time” Hades said

I wonderedkow many names he had. ‘Padrone’ I stared at the glass on the table, condensation tan down the side like the walls outside. I didn't ask what was inside the folder that laid beside the glass, I cojnted my breaths instead

“you don't have to dress like that to keep him, he gets bored lf trophies” the consigliere said. I kept quiet and didn't want to reply her.

“Answer her jayd” Hades saud that for the entire room to hear ‘Jayd’ I kinda liked that nickname

“Snap back. Hard”he said to me personally

“He doesn't collect girls, he keeps one and youre not in the room” I said. The girl kept quiet and Hades said nothing as well. After some time, the girl stepped into the red light of the backroom club like she owned it. Eyes on Hades, words aimed at me.

“The truth is hard and bitter, hut seriously, you don't have to dress like armor to keep a man," she said, smiling at my dress. "Some of us don't need a costume," she added.

I sat back and grinned, crossing my legs and folding my arms.

"Costume?" I asked. "This isn't for him, it's to remind girls like you that you're standing in someone's territory and that you're not invited to stay," I added.

The girl's smile broke, and Hades grinned. I managed to play safe, and I did well.

"You really think leather makes you dangerous? It's just a costume for a girl who's scared to be left," she said again.

I didn't flinch. I just settled my elbow on the booth, chin on my knuckles.

"Oh, sweetheart," I said softly, "you came in swinging at a woman who's already been married and kept... Let me save you some years, since you're so interested in my life. Rule one: Men like him don't entertain noise—they keep quiet. Rule two: If you have to insult another woman to get his attention, then you've already lost his respect. Rule three: The only costume in this room is your confidence, and it doesn't fit."

I replied, tilting my head a little and crossing my boots.

"You think you can hide your embarrassment.those words, you're just a temporary," the girl said again while letting out a little laugh before settling down again and fixing my gaze on her.

"Temporary? Darling, he's had years to replace me, and you're the one who showed up late to a finished story. Here's your lesson: He doesn't keep what he has to audition for. And you? You just auditioned. You didn't get the part," I replied.

"This isn't your territory. You're just allowed inside," the girl snapped again.

"Allowed? No. The door opens from the inside, and I have the key. You have opinions; I have access. So take your lesson and go practice it outside," I replied.

The girl was humiliated, and she left immediately.

"I think that's all for now. We'll head home now," Hades said and got up.

I got up and followed behind him closely. Then I turned back to spare the Consigliere one last glance before catching up to Hades.

× × ×

"Why didn't he tell me anything... I mean, I did as he ordered, right?" I asked myself as I sat on my bed.I removed my boots. I took out one of my clothes and headed straight to the bathroom for a shower.

“I must say, it's been a while since I lectured someone, and thanks to Lord Hades, I got to do it to someone very deserving today,” I said to myself.

The shower felt nice, and it reminded me of someone. At least before the douchebag cheated on me.

I got out of the shower and wore the dress, a black strap-hand nightdress. I noticed a black box on top of my bedside stand. No note beside it, just the box.

I opened it and found a black choker necklace with a black jade stone as its pendant. It was beautiful, and I put it on.

My door opened, and Hades stood close to the door. He took some steps inside and paused.

“You wore the necklace I bought you. Good. From now on, always wear what i give you. Never wear anything else,” he said. He walked up to me, looking me straight in the eye.

I tried avoiding his gaze, but I couldn't. I wouldn't dare to.

He let go of me and left the room. Beads of sweat surrounded my face. He was so intimidating, and I hated it.

The Next Morning

The rays of the early morning sun shone directly at my face. I got up from my bed, arranging it neatly. Someone knocked at my door before opening it, and then I saw it was Varisha.

“Good morning, mistress,” Varisha said politely.

“Good morning, Varisha. I'd appreciate it if you called me Jaydisse. I'm too young to be addressed so formally,” I replied, and she gave me a warm smile.

“You truly are kind, Miss Jaydisse, but you are Lord Hades' wife, and I wouldn't dare to address you casually,” she said, helping out with my clothes.

“Well, I guess I'm okay with Miss Jaydisse then,” I replied.

As usual, Varisha helped me with my shower and dropped the clothes I was going to wear on the bed.

It was a short black leather skirt, black beginners, a black leather jacket accompanied by a pair of black middle-length lace-up boots.

I wore the clothes, and I did not forget to put on the necklace Hades bought me.

I packed my hair in a sleek ponytail and went downstairs. As usual, Hades' sat at the other end of the table, which is the head seat

Vidal's POV

When Jaydisse came down wearing what I bought her, it gave me immense satisfaction. Seeing the way the clothes exposed her curves and her milky thighs, I just wanted to tear her to pieces but I didn't because I haven't had my fun yet.

“Vienna qui ( come closer)” I ordered. She obeyed instantly and came close to me.

“you called me my lord” she said lowly.. she wasn’t afraid anymore, she just learnt how to respect me.

“Have a seat” I told her.. she sat on the chair which was three seats away from me.

Varisha served her and she started eating. When she was done, she waited patiently for me to dismiss her

“Tomorrow's eve, i’ll be hosting a party here at this house. My subordinates and other staffs will be here.. you will attend that party as my wife and as my thrall as well, so don't make a fool out of yourself” I said

“Yes Lord Hades” she replied

“leave”I said and she did that instantly