Elvira
As I stare at the check, disbelief floods my face. "So, you're telling me that you'll pay me... whatever amount I put on this check? For what?" I question, my voice filled with confusion."For bearing my child, of course," Demetrius responds casually, as if it's the most natural thing in the world. "You'll be taken care of, in every way possible. It's a promise. You'll receive half of the reward now, and once the child is born, you'll get the remaining amount."My head spins, and I struggle to comprehend the insanity of the situation. Why on earth is Demetrius proposing this?"Why?" I ask again, hoping for a clear answer.Demetrius takes a deep breath, pinching the skin between his brows. "Can't you understand what I just explained?" he exclaims in frustration."Hold on, Elvira," Hendrix says, catching my attention. "Do you want to know something else that's just as crazy?""Yes," I admit, feeling a heaviness settle in my heart. This whole ordeal feels like a surreal dream, one I wouldn't mind waking up from."Shut the fuck up, Hendrix!" Demetrius bellows, his eyes ablaze with anger. Hendrix looks visibly shaken and immediately falls silent."Never...never mind, Elvira," Hendrix stutters, backing down.I'm too stunned to speak, unable to grasp the fact that Demetrius, the fearless lawyer, could be intimidated by anyone. Although, considering Demetrius's overpowering presence, I can't say I'm entirely surprised."Now, what is your final decision?" Demetrius asks, directing his gaze towards me."I...I don't know," I stammer, hanging my head low and shaking it in disbelief."Two days," Demetrius declares, pulling a card from his pocket. "You have two days to make up your mind. Here's my card." He places the card in front of me.I take a fleeting glance at the card before tucking it into my purse. Standing up from my seat, I gather my courage and begin speaking. "Well...I'm sorry, but...I'm afraid I can't accept your request. I've come to the realization that you're a deranged psychopath. I'm sorry, but I won't be your Harley Quinn." With those final words, I clutch my purse tightly and storm out of the office, frustration and anger pulsing through my veins.As I make my way out, Demetrius watches me with a raised eyebrow, a mischevious smirk dancing on his lips. "Savage," I hear Hendrix chuckle before I leave the room. Demetrius remains unfazed, confident that I will come back."Fucking psychopath!" I curse under my breath as I hastily flag down a cab. The driver nods as I give him the instructions to take me to Carrington Avenue. I sink into the backseat, my mind swirling with a mix of emotions.During the ride home, I can't help but unleash my thoughts in a soliloquy. "What a lunatic! How ridiculous!" The words spill out almost involuntarily, a way to release my pent-up frustration and confusion.The cab driver glances at me through the rearview mirror, concern evident in his eyes. "Any problem, ma'am?" he asks gently.I offer him a brief smile and shake my head. "No, no problem," I respond, trying to reassure him. "Just dealing with the audacity of someone who believes I would enter into a contract marriage with him."After a few minutes, the cab pulls up in front of my house. Lost in my thoughts and anger, I step out of the car without even realizing that I hadn't paid the driver yet."Ma'am!" the driver calls out, jolting me out of my reverie. "You forgot to pay!"I'm brought back to the present by the driver's voice, realizing my mistake. I quickly turn around to apologize and pay the driver before heading towards my house. It's a grand mansion that used to represent our family's success, but after my father's death, our business crumbled, leaving us on the brink of bankruptcy.As I step foot into the house, I'm met with the wails and sobs of the few maids that remain. Confusion furrows my brow, and I hurry inside. "What is going on here?" I ask, but the maids only respond with more cries."Mummy? Andrew?" I call out as I dart up the stairs, desperately searching for my mother and my only brother.The head maid follows me, her voice shaking. "Miss, I... I have to tell you something...""What is it? Please, what is it?" I plead, stopping in my tracks and facing the maid."Your... your brother fell down today and passed out. It seems he's in critical condition," the maid explains, her voice quivering as she tries to hold back tears.The weight of those words hits me like a ton of bricks, and I collapse to the ground, wailing loudly. The enormity of everything that has happened in just a matter of hours crashes down on me, leaving me broken and confused. The other maids, hearing my cries, gather around me, offering what comfort they can."Where are they now?" I manage to ask through my tears."They're at the teaching hospital, Miss," the head maid replies softly.I quickly gather myself, grabbing my bag from where I had thrown it, and dart out of the house with unimaginable speed. Hailing a taxi, my heart heavy with worry, I rush inside.As we arrive at the hospital, I pay the driver and rush out of the cab,"I need to know if a boy, about eighteen years old, was admitted here," I say, approaching the receptionist."Yes, ma'am," the receptionist responds. "May I ask if you are a family member?""Yes, I'm his sister," I reply hurriedly."That way," the receptionist says, pointing to a corner of the lobby."Thank you," I mutter, my voice shaky, as I hurry over to the corner.As I round the corner, I'm greeted by the sight of my mother, who is crying uncontrollably."Elvira!" my mother sobs, her voice breaking as she struggles to speak. "It's... it's your brother...""I know, Mommy," I sniffle, trying desperately not to break down in front of her."The... the doctors said he's in a critical condition and needs to undergo immediate surgery. Without the operation, he only has six hours to live," my mother explains, crying even harder."Then let's start the operation!" I exclaim."They said they need five million dollars for the surgery!" my mother cries, her voice filled with despair."Five million dollars?" I repeat, feeling a wave of dizziness wash over me.The reality hits me like a ton of bricks. I don't even have a hundred dollars in my account, and here we are discussing five million dollars!Elvira"Oh my God," I cry. "Where are we going to get that money from?""Oh my precious Andrew!" My mother cries even louder.Just then, the doctor steps out of the room and both Elvira and my mother rush over to him."Doctor, how is Andrew?""Doctor, where is my son?" We ask impatiently."Calm down," the doctor says with a calm and composed expression. "For now, the young man is out of danger but if the surgery is not carried out, then I'm sorry, there is nothing we can do about it.""Doctor, how could you be so blunt and mean?" I ask, my eyes blazing with anger and frustration. "Can't you just...just start the surgery while we gather the money?""I'm sorry ma'am, but that isn't how we operate here," the doctor says."But tha..." I try arguing, but my mother immediately stops me."It's okay, Elvira," my mother says as she shifts her gaze to the doctor and speaks softly. "Can...can we see him, please?" As she speaks, tears trickle down her cheeks, making her look pitiable."Of course,
ElviraMy brows furrow with confusion as i try to understand what he means by having a phobia of women.I...I don't understand," I stutter, wriggling uncomfortably on his lap as confusion furrows my brows. It's my first time in such an intimate position with a man, and I'm trying to comprehend what he means by having a phobia of women."You heard me right, my darling little wife," his voice, deep and intoxicating, rings out.It's official, this man is crazy! What in the world have I gotten myself into with this deranged psychopath? If it weren't for saving my brother, I would've punched him so hard in his perfect face!I force a laugh, attempting to play it cool."Okay," I stutter again, clearing my throat before speaking up. "If you can't be seduced by any woman, how am I supposed to bear you an heir to continue your legacy within five years?" I ask."It's up to you, baby," he whispers, gently biting my earlobes.This man is such a flirt! How can he claim not to be easily seduced by
ElviraAfter Demetrius pays for my brother's hospital bill, the doctors begin treatment on him. I stand outside the ward with my mother, anxiously waiting for when I receive good news. I look at my mother, who keeps glancing over at Demetrius with furrowed brows. "Elvira, who is this man?" my mother asks, whispering into my ears. "It's a long story, mummy," I say, not wanting to explain the full details of the whole issue. "How did you get the money to pay for your brother's hospital bills?" she asks again, watching me with raised brows. "Five freaking million dollars, Elvira!" "Mummy, I've told you, it's a long story, and I will explain everything to you later!" I say, trying not to raise my voice at my mother. "Are you now a prostitute?!" she asks again, raising her voice this time around. Unfortunately, Demetrius hears it and looks at us with a raised brow. I suddenly feel embarrassed at my mother's statement, the weight of everything that has happened on me. "Just...just
Elvira"Thank you so much," I cry, hugging him tightly as I bury my face in his broad chest."Don't cry, little wife," he says, tapping my hair lightly.He doesn't say anything again and just lets me unleash all my emotions.After some minutes, I stop crying and lift up my head. Tear stains can be seen on his clothes, but he seems unfazed about them."Umm... umm... tha... thank you for everything," I say and try to go back to my seat, but his grip tightens. I chuckle nervously and try again, but he just doesn't want to release me just yet.Giving up, I stop struggling and stay quietly. Almost immediately, we drive out of the hospital premises.After a few minutes of driving, we arrive at his mansion.Just as we are about to come down from the car, a tall, masculine figure comes rushing towards us."Damien!" the person calls as he knocks on the window. Only one person calls Demetrius Damien; Hendrix.Demetrius sighs and rolls down the window. "What the hell are you doing at my house, H
ElviraFearfully, I gulp down saliva, my eyes darting around the lonely, slightly dark corridor. "Man up and walk down that hallway, Elvira!" I tell myself with a shaky voice. I make up my mind to go down the corridor to Demetrius's room.I can feel my hands shivering uncontrollably. Gulping down saliva, I raise up my leg, ready to start walking, but suddenly, I hear footsteps approaching me—really fast! "Who the hell is there?!" I yell, my eyes darting around the place. The footsteps grow louder and louder, until they are almost upon me. I panic, my heart pounding in my chest. I frantically look around for something I can use as a weapon and spot a vase on a nearby table. I grab it, dump the flowers on the ground, and raise it in a defensive stance.I hear the footsteps grow loud with each passing second. Finally, a tall, mysterious shadow appears. "Ahhh!!!" I yell, closing my eyes and raising the vase above my head. I run towards the source of the footsteps, ready to strike who
ELVIRAI widen my eyes in shock as I stare at Demetrius walking into the room with elegance and an aura that screams power and intimidation." I..I am truly sorry," I apologize, my head hung low in embarrassment. I did not expect him to hear what I had said about him.He takes slow strides towards the bed, I look up to take a peek at him only to meet his piercing gaze on me.Immediately, I lower my head. I can feel my heart racing uncontrollably. I am a little bit scared because I am not aware of what he has in mind.I can hear the sound of boots against the ground, they are coming closer and closer until they stop right in front of me.I squeeze my eyes shut, bracing myself for whatever is about to happen."Elvira," he calls, his voice reverberating through the room. I know he is right above me.Slowly, I open my eyes to meet his gaze. Feeling scared and intimidated, I quickly shut my eyes, not wanting to stare at him."Elvira," he says, his voice deep and resonant. The sound of my n
ELVIRA"Thirdly," he growls, taking slow strides towards me.With every step he takes, my heart pounds harder in my chest. His eyes never leave mine, his gaze intense and focused. I can feel the heat of his gaze burning into me, searing through my skin.His muscles flex with every movement, each one a testament to his strength and power. My body responds to his intense gaze."Thirdly," he says again as he stands above me, still not breaking from his intense gaze.He twirls the wine in his hand, playing with it. He lifts it up and takes another sip, savoring every taste. Finally, he speaks up."Thirdly," he snarls, "being under my roof as my contracted bride comes with a price you have to pay." A sly smirk plays on his lips as he says those words."Name it," I say boldly, matching his energy. " I am ready for anything""Brave bitch," I can hear him growl under his breath, his eyes glistening with mischief."Thirdly, you would not leave my house without my permission," he says as his ex
ELVIRAI stand frozen for a few seconds, trying to process what has just happened. Then, with a heavy heart, I slowly sit back down on the bed. I bite my lip to keep myself from crying, tears threatening to spill from my eyes. I can't believe how my life has turned upside down in just one day. I woke up this morning, never expecting that by nightfall, I would be in a strange man's bed. It's surreal and unsettling, and I can't wrap my head around it."You are not to talk back to me or oppose my decisions, Elvira," Demetrius says, taking a last sip of wine from his glass.He turns to face me, his movements slow and calculated. He carries himself with an air of arrogance, his head held high."You don't have the right to question me, Elvira," he says, his voice cold and commanding. "Do you understand?"I hang my head, pain evident on my face. “Do you fucking understand, Elvira?!!!” I hear him roar, this time around he sounds very angry. The air around us grows suffocating and thick. "Y