At The Gordiano Villa

As she was pushed into the car,she struggled still and got another slap which sent blood out of her mouth.

Her heart raced with fear. The doors locked, and they sped away, leaving her trapped in between two hefty men.

The drive to his mansion was a blur, her mind filled with fear. She thought of escaping, but the tinted windows and locked doors made her feel like a prisoner.

Besides she would die if she did so.

The city streets soon gave way to a long winding road, lined with tall trees and iron fences.

They drove through a gate, and the car stopped in front of a grand mansion. She trembled and began to lose her wrists which bound by ropes.

They got out and she was pushed roughly out of the car.

One of the men noticed her struggling to free herself and jabbed her in the stomach with his elbow.

"Don't even think about it," He sneered. She doubled over, pain and fear washing over her.

The other car doors opened, and her captor stepped out in his full glory and majesty.

He looked around,the Villa heavily guarded.

He walked briskly and stopped and turned to the man who had hit her on her stomach.

“Enzo,watch her.”

He instructed then one of the men approached him and they began to speak in low tones.

In a moment of distraction, one of the men holding her glanced away, and she saw her chance.

With a surge of adrenaline and hope , she stamped her foot onto the other man's, hoping to create a diversion.

The man yelped in pain, momentarily loosening his grip.

But it was shortlived and Enzo quickly came up behind her.

She tried to break free, Benjamin's eyes narrowed,and he gestured to the men.

They quickly regained their hold, pulling her back.

They tightened her hands with another rope.

Benjamin's voice was low and menacing,

"You shouldn't have tried that. Now take her to my room.”

She struggled feebly as the took her into the grand hslls of the house.

Coming before a big oak door,Enzo kicked it open and pushed her in

Her eyes widened as she scanned the lavish room,it's beauty a huge contrast to her helpless state.

Her face now wore a look of terror, her eyes sunken with fear and her skin pale.

Her hair were hung in tangled locks, framing her battered face.

A faint bruise on her cheekbone and a cut on her lip told the tale of her struggle.

She stood there staring at the room as the door was pushed open and Benjamin came in.

"You're a beautiful one, aren't you?" His voice was low and menacing, his eyes roaming over her like a predator sizing up prey.

She jolted in shock and wondered when he got in.

She didn't respond, her voice caught in her throat.

Her tired eyes couldn't bring more tears.

Her wrists, still bound by the ropes,ate against her skin, a constant reminder of her captivity and that age will be held her for God knows how long.

Her shoulders slumped in defeat, her whole being screaming vulnerability.

"You'll make a fine addition to my collection," He sneered, his eyes gleaming with malice.

“I wondered why your father didn't arrange the marriage between us for a long time.”

He shook his head and laughed quietly.

“I couldn't have a problem lending to my in law but now he is dead and the marriage had been arranged.”

She shuddered as he came closer,she began to back away but it was no use.

Soon he was standing very close to her, stretching his hands. The guard poured him a glass of vodka which he sipped, his eyes still fixed on her.

He waved at the guy signaling him to gom

“Puoi andartene adesso" (You can leave now)

He nodded and did so, shutting the door behind him.

"This is your new home,my bride and I promise you will love it here "

Her heart did a mad dance and her head began to pound from all the stress and slap she had received.

The thought of Chase came into her mind.

Her boyfriend of three years ,he would be worried sick when he came looking for her the next morning and couldn't find her.

They were supposed to go shopping for their wedding next month.

"I think I need to do another brief introduction." He said walking briskly to a nearby table and carefully placed the wine glass on it.

He shrugged off his jacket and tossed it on a nearby couch.

The shirt tightenaround his bulging biceps.

He smiled seeing the silent admiration in her eye.

Damn,he was hot and handsome,the ladies man and he knew it.

He didn't need a soothsayer for that.

"I am Benjamin Roberto Giadani,CEO of YouJamin Incorporated,Owner of La can za restaurant,CEO of Haven Group of Companies,one of the leading shareholders of the biggest technology company in the whole world and the list goes on and on."

She let out a silent gasp as he gave out the list.

No wonder the handsome devil was so arrogant.

“People rumoured me to be a mafia Lord,but heaven knows I'm not.”

He said quietly and she could see the glint of truth in his eyes.

“Those men you see outside,they are just there nothing more ,but…” He held a finger.

“That doesn't mean you should be stupid.”

"Don't you think it's the reason your broke father came running to me for money.?" He bowed his head and laughed.

"Since he couldn't give me what I bargained for I came to take it.He owed me a great deal of money and I'm the only one who can raise his dead company up.”

He finished and poured himself another drink.

"I guess you now understand why we will be getting married in two days time."

She opened her mouth to say something but only hot air poured out .

"Risparmiati lo stress, pensa al tipo di abito da sposa che adorerai indossare."(Save yourself the stress just think if the type of wedding dress you will love to wear.

Her mind kept reeling in shock as she tried to process it all.

"You will have no use for that your boyfriend,say bye bye to him "

She swallowed hard and got the willpower to speak.

"And if I refuse."

He turned his back at her, bowed his head low and laughed.

"Kiss your scholarship good bye,your father's company will be mine and you know what you will pay every penny he owes and I will make sure you are broke and penniless.then I will withdraw my protection from you."

“And you know what will happen?”He asked turning to watch her

“All who your father wrong will come for you.They will do nasty things to you and leave you dead."

He smiled at the shock in her eyes.

“And I'm sure you don't want to die.”

He began to walk to the door..

Then stopped.

“Tomorrow is another day, prepare yourself,I have got an assignment for you,I will allow you buy half of your freedom and maybe we might not get married.

Her eyes widened with hope.

Then he stopped.

“But it's not for free.Get me your father's safe and those documents and I will let you go.”

“No.” She heard herself saying and almost broke down in fresh tears.

“Then tomorrow might be your last day on earth.”