ROSALIA'S POV



I was lying on my bed and trying to distract myself by diving into a novel. But I could not just forget about what happened earlier. Mr. Knight was formidable, but his voice lingered in my mind, impossible to forget.

"I expect you to look pretty on that day"

Why he would say that? Why does that even matter?

I could not deny the fact that he was very handsome and intimidating in a way. I've never felt that nervous in anyone's presence like him. His personality was somehow different. My thoughts were completely occupied by him that night. I couldn't read the novel anymore as sleep took over me.

Next day at work...

Miss Kate called me into her office. I knocked on the door and she instructed me to come in.

"Miss Brown, I found out that Kevin called you to his office yesterday"

"Yes mam" I replied.

"I'd like to know what he discussed with you," She curiously questioned.

Even though I didn't realize why she was asking me that but I told her that Mr Knight wanted to meet me outside of the office.

She was seeming taken aback by my words. She didn't say anything about that and ordered me to leave.

After coming back from the office I watered my plants. I love plants. I don't have much though. I don't have sufficient space in my apartment for them. I wish to grow my collection bigger real soon. Then I made dinner and ate alone. I miss Kristen so much. I don't like living alone. I've so much to talk to her. I texted her asking when is she coming back.

Tomorrow is Sunday and I'm hella nervous about meeting Mr knight. After completing my night routine, I eventually drifted off to sleep.

The next day ...

Waking up, the first thing I do is check my phone. I received two texts, one brought a smile to my face while the other one sent shivers down my spine.

Heyy bestie, I'm coming back today...

I've so much gossip to do... I also invited matt over dinner we'll have so much fun today. Can't wait to meet you 🥺🥺 love ya 😘

- Kristen

Cafe Royale Bistro, 5 pm sharp.

- unknown number

It must be Mr Knight's PA I assumed. I did not reply to that and texted back to Kristen that I too was excited about our little dinner party.

Matt is Kristen's boyfriend. They have been dating since the first year of college. They are an adorable couple. He comes over to our place once in a while. We have two bedrooms in our apartment ... so it's no issue.

Time passed by real quick. I took a shower before carefully choosing a white knee-length dress and paired it with a pair of white high heels. Even though I don't own many dresses I took quite a long time to choose that.

I did light makeup and kept my hair open.

It was almost 5 as I reached the given location. The cafe looked so luxurious and fancy. All the people even the receptionist were wearing expensive outfits. As I entered I saw a man coming in my direction. He directed me towards the table where Mr knight was waiting for me.

I saw Mr Knight looking handsome as always.

"Have a seat," He said in a commanding tone as always as I took a seat across from him.

"You look adorable, Rosalia" He complimented.

"T..thank you, sir" I barely muttered as I felt flustered at his unexpected words.

As the server arrived to serve our dishes and beverages, he ordered all of it before my arrival, I couldn't help but feel a rush of nerves at being in Mr. Knight's presence.

"Here, have a drink," he offered, handing me a glass.

"Sorry but I don't really like alcohol," I replied politely.

He chuckled softly, "Then let me order something else for you."

"No need, sir. I'll just have water," I insisted.

Turning the conversation, he asked, "So, tell me about yourself, Rosalia"

"I.. I don't really have much to say, sir," I stumbled over my words feeling the weight of being under his direct gaze and also could not understand the reason behind his unexpected interest in me.

"What do you usually do on weekends?" He inquired as I felt his curiosity increased over me. But the authority he held in his tone left no power in me to not answer.

"I visit an orphanage in our neighbourhood to spend some time with the kids," I answered. A soft smile touched my lips at the thought of the children.

"Good. And your family?" He asked further.

"My best friend, Kristen and my younger sister are the only people I have" I answered.

Then to my surprise and discomfort, he asked, "Don't you have a boyfriend??"

That question caught me off guard and I hesitated before I answered, "N..no sir"

The next question he asked left me speechless and blushing furiously, "Are you a virgin? "

I felt my cheeks burning with embarrassment as I struggled to find the right words.

"S...sir, why are you..... "I couldn't finish as he cut me off sternly.

"Just answer my question " he snapped firmly.

Feeling utterly exposed, I managed to say, "Yes... Yes I'm"

I saw him smiling lightly. I looked down at my lap as I could not bring myself to meet his gaze anymore, feeling a mix of humiliation, embarrassment and confusion, wishing I could just vanish into thin air.

"Rosalia I wanted to meet you because I have a proposal for you"

"W..what is it, sir?"

"Look, Rose, I'll be very straightforward with you. The thing is that I want you to be my PA. However, there are some more conditions. I'll expect some special services from you also. You don't have to worry about the money. You'll be given 10 times more than your current salary"

I was really confused. What is he trying to say? "What kind of special services sir?"

I saw him smirking.

"Well, This includes accompanying me to certain places I want you to go and fulfilling my sexual desires. You have to be available for me 24×7. Other terms and conditions will be instructed to you soon. You'll be provided with all the luxuries you can't even think of"

What he wants me to become his prostitute!

"I am not that type of girl sir. I think you got the wrong idea. I'll never do something like that for money!"

"That doesn't matter baby. An offer from Kevin Knight can easily change anyone's mind. You should be thankful that I have chosen you. So I suggest you reconsider it."

"What no NEVER! How can you even say something like that! Just because you are rich and powerful that doesn't mean you can trade anything! And take advantage of my misery. I've been through much worse but never used my body for money. I'll never accept your deal. Never. And you are telling me to be thankful. Thankful my foot! You are just so PATHETIC!"

I felt tears building up in my eyes. I felt so damn furious. I got up and stormed out of the cafe.

I felt it extremely uneasy to walk fast in those heels. But I didn't stop. I just wanted to go home as fast as possible.

After reaching home I saw Kristen and Matt were already there. They were making dinner together.

I just wanted to hug Kristen and cry out about everything that happened to me today. But I don't want to ruin their date. And also don't want to trouble matt with my emotional trauma.

"Omg Rose I missed you sooooo much" Kristen hugged me tightly. I hugged her back.

"I missed you more," I said.

"Hey, Rose how you doin?" Matt said

"I'm fine matty what about you?"

"Well, now that I have met Kristen I'm all good," He kissed Kristen on the lips.

"Uhh, stop it" She pushed him playfully and we laughed.

"It's our Rose, there is no need to feel shy," Matt teased.

"What noo... It's just that you smell like an onion," With that, they started playfully hitting each other. A smile automatically appeared on my face. I love seeing Krisy soo happy.

While eating dinner Kristen started babbling about various incidents of her cousin's wedding.

I kept doing what I'm good at pretending that I'm okay.

After dinner, they decided to watch a movie and insisted I join them but I do not like third-wheeling, so, I decided to stay inside my bedroom and have some sleep to clear my head.

Tomorrow I have to go to work. I never want to face mr Knight again.

KEVIN'S POV



I was on my way to Rosalia's apartment. I couldn't stop looking at her picture on my mobile. I took two of my men and John with me. I just can't wait to make you mine kitten.

I'm glad that you rejected the offer I gave you earlier. I did it just to make sure whether you are really innocent or you are one of those money-sucking whores behind your innocent girl act. You will make the perfect little wife I crave.

I reached her apartment and rang the doorbell, a girl about her age opened the door. Maybe it's her best friend.

"Are you......"

"I'm Kevin Knight"

She was shocked.

"Move," then we entered and I saw a half-naked guy lying on the couch.

What the fuck! This bitch is a bad influence on my kitten. The asshole looked startled.

Her living room is smaller than my washroom. But I don't care.

"Where is Rosalia?" I questioned.

"Rosalia is not here," the bitch said.

"Call her right now I want to meet my girl"

"You can't just break into our house and ask for anyone"

"Yes, I can. I can do whatever I want and you can't stop me" I was becoming impatient.

I commanded my men to find Rosalia and bring her to the living room without touching her.

From today onwards I will be the only man that can touch her for the rest of her life.

After a couple of minutes, I saw my baby girl walking into the living room.

Her eyes were puffy and her face was swollen and red.

Her eyes widened in fear as she saw my men holding guns at her friend and her fuckers heads.

"It's nice to meet you again Rose"

"Mr Knight what... What are y...you d..doing here"

"Come and sit here," I pointed at the place next to me on the couch.

"I hope you don't mind sitting next to a pathetic man like me," I mocked.

"I'm really sorry...Sorry about what happened earlier. I should not have called you that I'm sorry sir but I can not accept your deal. Please leave us," she didn't dare to look me in the eyes.

"That offer is no longer available for you I have changed my mind," I pulled her into my arms she tried to push me but I didn't budge.

"Let me go please"

"Stop moving!"

"Please what do you want to do with me. Let me go!"

"I want to do very very bad things to you" I whispered in her ear. She wriggled in my arms.

"Now Shut up and listen. That day when I saw you in my office I decided to make you mine. So I want you to marry me within the next 14 days and be my wife," I made my intentions clear as crystal.

"No, I barely know you and I... I don't want to marry you. You can't just force me to... " I cut her off.

"How dare you reject me like that. Do you even know whom u are talking to? If I have decided to marry you, I will you can't stop me. If you reject one more time I'll kill your best friend and her fucker right now. And take you with me and I'll make you my whore."

"How...How can you kill someone like that? You can not threaten us like that. I'll report you and your men."

I laughed. So did John.

"Seriously you think you can repor? me. Oh, kitten you are so innocent. I'm Kevin Knight, I practically own this city. The cops can do nothing even if I sell their daughters," her face turned pale.

"Now say yes or your little friend dies," I indicated my men to shoot the bitch.

"No please no. I'll. I'll do it. Please let her go" She pleaded with all her might.

"Good. You have made a good decision, kitten." I brushed my finger on her milky cheeks.

"Now listen to me there will be one of my men outside of your apartment. If you need to go anywhere you'll ask for my permission and my man will drive you there. Also If you ever disrespect me again the consequences will be worse than you can imagine. I expect you to be loyal to me. Am I clear?"

She nodded. She was shivering in fear.

"Words," I growled.

"Y... Yes yes"

"Give me your phone," I saved my number on her phone. I pecked her lips and left.

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