Chapter 2: Owner

Katarina's PoV

I was greeted by a throbbing pain in the head as I opened my eyes. I tried to sit up straight from my bed but it only made the throbbing worst leaving me staring at the ceiling, confused. Geez it seriously hurts!

Oh yeah, I had a drink last night. One more thing I’m puzzled about is the pain from down there. Shit I think I can't walk.

My eyes widened when a realization hit me. I hurriedly looked at myself. I gasped looking at my naked body with only a blanket as a cover. What the fuck?

I almost pulled my own hair trying to remember last night’s happenings. I ran away from home, I drove for hours then found this crazily-expensive-hotel. Then, I went to my room and drank beers and there was this handsome figure before me-and again, I was caught off guard as another realization hit me.

"Holy shit my virginity!"

I know I was badly drunk last night but I know to myself that I still had some consciousness. Oh my god! Who was that man? Oh damn it, he was wearing a mask so how can I find him?

I hopelessly stared at the ceiling close to tears. What will happen to me? What will Mom think of me? I bit my lower lip so hard I could already taste the bittersweet taste of blood. What have I done? Shit, shit, shit! I tried to remember the mysterious man's features. Sharp nose, kissable lips, beautiful brown eyes, perfectly toned body, 8 packs abs-Oh my god! I was shaken by my own thoughts. I shamefully rubbed my forehead because of my flirtation. Shame on you Kat!

I tried to stand on my feet while enduring the pain from my head and my pearl. I don't know why I'm not angry with that man. Shouldn't I be angry by now? Maybe because I liked-Oh cut it Kat. I could seriously use some holy water right now.

I decided to take a shower first because all this thinking is leading me to my wild thoughts again. With a pair of jeans and a tank top, I posed in front of the mirror for a picture but oh, I just remembered that I ran away leaving my phone behind. Sigh.

Where did I put my foot socks last night? I opened every drawer that I could see but I was so shocked when condoms, dildos and other sex toys greeted me instead. What the actual fuck? I immediately closed the drawers. Oh my god!

Maybe the former occupants of this room forgot to pack them after using them? Yikes! I erased all not-so-innocent-thoughts from my mind. I was pulled back from reality by consecutive knocks on the door. I hurried my way to open it as a woman appeared before me.

"Good morning Ma'am! I'm here to change your bedsheet for you. May I?" I just nodded at her still shaken by the things I found from the drawers. She came in and took off my bed sheet. I saw a red stain on it. My eyes widened but the woman continued as if she was used to it. She put it in a stroller she was pushing. Then she covered my bed with a new clean bed sheet. Before walking her way out, she gave me a meaningful smile leaving me blushing like hell.

I was left speechless. How did she know that my bed sheet was dirty? And why does that seem so natural to her? Not all hotels are like this. And finally, why did she give me a smile as if she knew what happened? I slapped myself before closing the door. Things are getting weirder and weirder.

I just went straight to the kitchen because my belly is already growling for food. An appetizing smell enveloped the entire kitchen making me more hungry. There was a bowl of soup and milk on the counter. Looking puzzled, I sat in front of the counter. It was still hot because of the smoke coming from the soup and the milk was still warm which means that these were newly made. Beside is a basket of fresh fruits. Okay this is definitely weird. Someone came into my room while I was asleep-the mysterious guy! Did he make these for me?

All this thinking is making me hungry. My stomach is boiling! I took a spoon of soup and tasted it. Oh my! Not going to lie, this soup tastes as if it’s cooked by a pro. How could a simple soup taste like this? Perfect for my headache.

After satisfying my stomach, I returned to my bed and sat on it. Series of questions bomb my mind once again. Who was that man? What is his name? I messed up my hair because of frustration. I should be mad at him! He raped-Wait! Was it considered as rape? Did I want that? But I enjoyed it? Oh my god Kat! What am I thinking again? I hit my own head. Geez I hate this.

Moving on, I need a new phone and a job. I wonder how’s Mom doing? I'm sure she’s looking for me. Not because of worrying about me but because for the sake of her company. I took some money from my savings and went out of my room making sure it’s locked. I will find a job first. Argh! It still hurts down there but I can still manage it.

I took the elevator and pressed 'G'. Fortunately, I’m alone in the elevator. When the elevator stopped on the second floor, a man got on board. His messy brown hair and dark eyes caught my attention. What made me wonder was his surprised expression when he saw me. Have we met before? He just averted his eyes to the front. I just shrugged off his reaction but the truth that he is freaking handsome will remain.

When the elevator reached the ground floor, I hurried my way out because of the fear that Mom might cut my access to my savings without me spending a bit of it but I stopped when I heard my name. I looked at the big flat screen TV where the people’s attention was glued to. It was as if I was poured all over my body by cold water as I saw my picture from the news.

"Katarina Fajardo reported missing this Sunday morning. It was said that all her clothes and things were gone after her mother noticed that no one was responding while she was knocking on her daughter's door." Said the reporter. Then Mom's face flashed on the screen while crying.

"Please help me find my daughter. I love her so much and I can't sleep knowing that she's somewhere out there alone. Please help me find my baby Katarina." Mom's crying statement. I almost laughed at what she’d just said. Unbelievable.

"I will reward $10,000 to the one that will find her and will bring her to me safely. Please call me immediately if you already found her, I will leave my contact details here."

I looked at the man I had met earlier in the elevator. He frowned at the TV and slowly turned his gaze to me. I avoided his eyes and hurried back to the elevator. I need a disguise so they won't recognize me. Shit! She will really do everything for money huh? I messed up my hair in annoyance.

I put on a make-up first and made sure I will not be recognized by anyone. I also changed my clothes to a dress and cut my hair short. I picked up my shades and went out. Hope it works!

I took the elevator again. My eyes widened when I saw the man again. I don’t know if this is a coincidence or if he is trying to find me since he saw my face clearly. I did not give any reaction. I went in and acted like a spoiled bitch trying to carry a sort of expensive bag in a stagey manner. When the elevator door opened, I hurried my way out. I almost tripped on my heels. Good thing no one noticed me. So far, so good I guess.

I cautiously made my way to the parking lot but I was startled when someone suddenly pulled me by the wrist and leaned me against the wall. He gripped my arm tightly. I was still struggling but then my shades fell off. Fuck! Why now?!

But seeing the guy before me made me more speechless. Instead of asking questions, I refrained myself from acting suspicious.

"Katarina Fajardo." He said while eyeing me. Damn, my disguise didn’t work on him?

"What are you talking about?" I asked innocently.

"You can't fool me. $10,000 is a pretty sweet deal." Shit, shit, shit!

"Don't you dare." I warned him but using my real voice since there’s no more point in hiding. He smirked. I shot him a deadly glare.

I so hate this guy! I knew it! He’s up to no good. Not going to lie that he got the face but I’m also not going to lie that he is extremely greedy. I sensed it since the first time I saw him. It was the guy Mom arranged me with for marriage. The one I treated poorly in front of his also greedy parents and my Mom. No other than Topaz Gazella.

He let go of my arm and put his hands in his pockets. "I dare." He said. If only I can punch him in the face! But I have to prevent myself from creating such scenes.

"Don't." I said firmly. He stared at me for a few seconds before grinning. I think he has a loose screw and he is scaring the hell out of me.

"Okay." I breathed a sigh of relief at what he said. Although I still have my doubts on him. I was about to pass beside him when he suddenly spoke.

"In one condition." I clenched my fist. Goddamn it! "Work here at Paradise Hotel." He added. My brows furrowed at what he said.

"And who are you to order me?" I asked him. He adjusted his fucking necktie before answering me.

"The owner of this hotel."

Well, it's not surprising but who fucking cares?

"What if I don't want to?" Things went fast and I just realized he was now calling Mom.

"What the--"

"Hello Ms.--"

"Fine!"

I shouted at him in a whisper afraid that Mom might hear my voice. He immediately dropped the call and smirked at me as if he had won a bet. Argh! I hate being manipulated!

"Congratulations, you're hired." I just rolled my eyes at what he said. Maybe that's good too. I now have an income and I don't need to go somewhere.

"And what am I going to do in this stupid boring hotel?" I asked him.

"What else? Of course to be my sex slave-" I cut him off.

"Bullshit!" I shouted at him angrily. Is he freaking serious? The expression on his face changed. He didn't seem to like my actions. Well, the same goes to his words!

"Do you know what hotel you got yourself into?" His face is serious now.

"This is just an ordinary hotel!" The edge of his lip lifted at what I said.

"Katarina Fajardo, just for your information," He leaned closer to me and whispered. "This is a hotel for those people who are looking for endless pleasure."

I was catching my breath when I entered my room. I slapped myself a few times. Stupid Katarina! Why didn't you look at the huge digital sign board?! That's why there are condoms! It all makes sense now. The woman who changed my sheets, the sex toys, and the… mysterious guy.

I need to get out of here. Right now. I don't care if he tells Mom. I will just hide again. I have packed all my things. I looked at the time.

11:58 PM

I grabbed my luggage and opened the door. I was shocked when a masked man appeared before me. He was the man from last night! The handsome one with the mask! The one who took my virginity!

"You-" My eyes widened when he suddenly cupped my face and kissed me. I heard the doorknob clicked, a sign that he locked the door. I continued to struggle but I was stopped by what he said.

"I missed you." He whispered in my ear and gently bit it. Suddenly my heart beat faster. He misses me? I don't even know him! Is he crazy?

"S-Stop!" I tried to stop him but he was too strong. He seemed very thirsty for a kiss.

"I missed your pussy." He added. It was as if my knee suddenly weakened. I bit my lower lip as he caressed my femininity even though I was wearing shorts. Shit! This is my weakness!

I stared into his familiar eyes. I see his beautiful brown eyes again, his perfect nose and his kissable lips. I let out a soft moan as he inserted his hand inside my panty.

"You're wet already?" I blushed at his question and avoided his eyes. I was in awe when he started to caress my pussy.

"S-Stop." I tried to say it even though deep inside I knew to myself that there is this excitement.

"Make me." He said and caressed my pearl harder. I just closed my eyes. I need to get out of here!

"Aahh! Hmm!" I moaned when he suddenly inserted his finger in me again. He let it in and out quickly, almost driving me crazy.

"F-Faster!" When I said that, he suddenly slowed. What the fuck?!

"Beg, my lady." He says. I stared at him.

"No way!"

"I'll stop-"

"Okay! Ugh! Faster please! Fuck me! Do whatever you want!" My cheeks are burning hot at what I just said. Oh my god! Is this really me? But I really want to feel him inside me again. Geez! I just want him now!

"As you wish my lady."

He suddenly lifted me up in bridal style and laid me down on my bed. He positioned himself above me and kissed me as if there was no tomorrow. For a moment, I forgot what I should have done.