Chapter 5 Five

(LEVANDER'S POV)

I walked out of the room and headed straight to my study. The house was cloaked in silence,everyone was asleep, and the air felt still, like time itself had paused. The quiet wrapped around me, offering no comfort, only space for the weight of my thoughts to press harder.

I sank into the leather chair behind my desk, running a hand through my hair, trying to calm the storm brewing inside me. Guilt gnawed at my insides like a parasite and I couldn't shake it off.

Did Gabriel ever feel this? I don't think he did!

He poisoned me,filled my heart with venom a potent one, I had no space left to reason or show empathy.

I would make her suffer,make her bleed. Not just physically,but emotionally, deeply.

I'm not a monster.Though,people often labelled me as a mafia boss, whispered dark stories about me in corners, painted me as the devil himself.

But I was never that man. I dealt with my own demons,yes,yet I never lost control.

Maybe this is it. Maybe I've finally crossed that line,the one you can never return from. The one that turns you into the thing you always swore you would never become.

I leaned forward,elbows resting on my knees, head in my hands. The memories I shared with Laura began haunting my thoughts.And if I dive into it, I'll lose my mind completely.

I called the kitchen for a bottle of wine and the maid served it immediately.

After she left,I uncorked the bottle of Amarone, the crimson liquid glugged into the glass,then gulped it.

The burn hit instantly and fiercely,it was a strong alcoholic wine. Another gulp again,it wasn't enough,I wanna drink till I numb all my sorrows.

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The commotion of footsteps and murmurs filled the hallway, breaking the once quiet mansion of the mansion.

"Hey, girl,be careful with that one!"Grenth snapped,despite her age,the housekeeper,an older woman with a steel-gray hair pulled in a tight bun,a very tight bun.

She was making the arrangements like a general in a morning war.

"That dress costs more than your monthly salary,be careful,don't crease it"She snapped.

"Yes ma'am"She replied, adjusting her grip on the beaded gown she was carrying.

Two maids behind her sneered, she's too much.

Inside the grand bedroom, soft sunlight streamed through tall windows, casting light on the now half-filled wardrobe. Hangers swung as maids bustled in and out with armfuls of Lorraina's clothes-dresses of silk and lace, fur coats, shoes in boxes too pretty to stay unopened.

Grenth turned, hands on her hips. The room was empty, Lorraina wasn't there.

"Place them by color, girls. She's not a village girl anymore, she is the master's woman now."

The room fell a little quiet at those words.

"Really?Grenth but who told you she was a village girl?"Dova said.

"Girl watch your mouth, I'm old enough to be your grandma"Grenth shouted back.

"Grandma?huh? I would rather die than let that happen"Dova made it clear and the other girls nodded in secret.Grenth was never nice, she's always authoritative.

"You bitch!"Grenth landed a slap on her face and she held her face.

"What's going on here?"Lorraina said in a low tone from behind.

Immediately they all bowed except Grenth who looked her straight in the eye.

"Lorraina..."

"Grenth,what did you just call her?"Georgia cut her off.

Instantly she gazed down, seeing Georgia glare like that.

"You've no right to disrespect her, she's Levander's wife so give her the same respect you give Levander. What has come over you Grench? Just because you're older doesn't mean you're above anybody, you work here, you get paid by this family and let it sink that you're nothing but a housekeeper here. If we're being nice to you doesn't mean you take it for granted, just like they're maids here, you're one too,no difference!"Georgia said,she had been quiet for too long but this time she crossed the line.

Lorraina blinked,she gazed at Georgia who glared at her. This is the first time someone would stand up for her after so many years.

"Apologize to her right now"Georgia added.

Grenth gritted her teeth before raising her head,it was so hard for her, Georgia said all those things to her because of Lorraina and she has to apologise.

"It's fine, madame"Lorraina uttered.

"Grench apologize right now!"Georgia stood on her ground.

"I'm sorry!"She blurted.

"Now continue your work"Georgia scoffed,she faced Lorraina who looks pale and weak, bandage wrapped around both her wrists.

Georgia didn't bother asking,she knew Levander did something to her.

"Get dressed and make breakfast"She said before walking out.

Dova winked at Grench mockingly,and she replied with a mad glare.

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TWO DAYS LATER

(Gabriel's POV)

I stood in front of the mirror, staring at my reflection. My lips curled into a slow, satisfied smirk. My eyes,once tired now flashed with a fire I hadn't seen in years.

Finally, after years of waiting and hoping my company won't crash,my business was back.Back on its feet. Back in motion and all thanks to my son-in-law.

Levander,even if giving out my daughter to him will do,I don't mind, call it selfish I cherished this business of mine.

He handled things,brutally, efficiently exactly the way I needed. Indeed,he deserved the award as the king of business.

The whispers in the city had changed,from pity to fear. Just the way I liked it. Gabriel is back, back fully in the world of business.

They thought I was finished.

"Gabriel!!"Jarnie,my wife screamed my name loudly,she barged inside my room raising a cell phone to me to show me a video.

"Gabriel,what the hell is this?"She yelled.

"What?"I snatched the phone from her to see why she was barking.

I watched the video and hissed, it's the sex tape of me and one of the maids. The maid was too hot to resist so I fûcked her so good.

"Gabriel,tell me this is not you because I wouldn't believe that you cheated on me under the same roof we're living in"Jarnie barked tears streaking her eyes.

"So what if I fûcked her,is it the first time or the second time?don't make a big deal out of this!"

"Gabriel, I'm your wife, you can't keep on doing this!"She shouted, sounding so hurt.

"Oh please, woman don't ruin my mood here. You're my wife doesn't mean i can't fûck any hole available"I retorted, it's not a big deal at all.

She grabbed my collar and I flinged her hand off roughly.

"Listen, don't forget I married you because of Penny,..."I push her out of my way before storming out.

Jarnie broke down in tears,she held her chest, weeping profusely.

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(Author's POV)

It's a new day for the Vales,they were all in their luxurious, secluded mansion. The mansion stood tall with sweeping glass windows that gave way to a panoramic view of the surrounding forests and lake below.

Marble floors gleamed under natural light spilling in from crystal chandeliers above. Every room held a blend of opulence and sensual warmth,plush velvet curtains, gold-accented furniture, and scents of lavender and sandalwood lingering in the air.

But Krystal's room was her own little kingdom,a sultry, private haven. She sat naked feeling the heat between her thighs.

Krystal had just gotten back from the gym a few minutes ago. After a quick five-minute shower, she had dropped her towel and remained bare, too aroused to dress.

She needed a tongue fûck so badly. The thought alone made her squirm. She didn't want to use her toys,those no longer gave her the thrill she craved. She was tired of doing it alone.

A knock on her door made her groan.

"Mmm," she exhaled, pressing her fingers against her clit and rubbing slowly. She spat into her palm and rubbed herself, hoping it would help relieve the ache building inside her.

F*ck, she was burning up. Another knock came, firmer this time. Her hips bucked slightly as her fingers went deeper.

"Come in," she said breathlessly, quickly checking her phone to confirm who it was.

She smiled when she saw the name. At least he came. She didn't think he'd be this eager.

A tall man stepped in, dressed in a sleek black uniform,her personal bodyguard. As soon as she saw him, her eyes lit up and she bit her lower lip seductively. His name is Rybeena, and she had dreamed of his cock filling her night after night.

He looked away immediately. It wasn't the first time she had tried to seduce him like this, but he had always resisted her.

Krystal stood and strutted toward him, breasts swaying slightly with every step. She traced her fingers along her curves, cupping her breasts and gently caressing them.

His jaw clenched; he was breaking.

"Don't you dare," she moaned, grabbing his face and forcing him to look at her.

"Ohh, f*ck," she whimpered, placing his large, gloved hands directly onto her breasts.

"I want you to f*ck me right now," she breathed into his ear, "or you lose your job for good today, Rybeena."

"Ma'am... this isn't right. I can't do this," he muttered, pulling his hands away,though not too forcefully.

Krystal ignored him. He wasn't resisting,not really. And he wouldn't dare push her off completely.

"I gave you an order, didn't I?" she said desperately.

"Touch me. Hold me. F*ck me. I want you. I need anything inside me as long as it's from you."

That did it.

Rybeena pushed her against the wall, roughly. She moaned at the contact, loudly

"I'm going to make you regret this," he growled, his hand slipping between her thighs. She gasped,he was so warm, so strong, and she had tempted him long enough.

"If you think so...then let me give this a try. Be my f*ck mate."She whispered hotly.

Rybeena smirked darkly. He spun her around, her breasts pressing firmly against the cold wall. He spanked her hard, the sound echoing in the room.

"Ouch, baby," she moaned, arching her back, grinding against him.

"What do you want?" he teased, sliding a finger inside her. Then another. His pace was rough and deliberate,it made her crave more.

"Ahhh, yes... deeper!" she screamed.

"Answer my damn question," he snapped, pulling his fingers out just as she was about to come.

"Rybeena! It's you, Rybeena! Please let me come," she pleaded wildly.

He shoved his fingers back inside with no mercy, and she cried out, her legs shaking with need.

A LOUD BANG ON HER DOOR.

She jolted upright in bed,her breath ragged,her body damp with sweat. She looked down at her naked body,she was wet, dripping.

It was all a dream. A wet dream,her bodyguard fûcking her.

"Crap,do I want him that badly?"She groaned and ruffled her hair.

"Ma'am, your brothers are waiting downstairs for you"Rybeena muffled through the door.

"Get out!"She screamed at him,still dripping on the bed sheet.

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(Smith's Compound)

Outside, a sleek car rolled into the mansion's driveway. Grey stepped out first. Thorfinn followed. Krystal wasn't with them this time.

Two large guards stepped forward to block their path.

"Do you love your life?" Grey asked flatly, eyes dark.

Before either guard could reply, Thorfinn spoke coldly.

"Move aside."

They obeyed, stepping back, but followed cautiously behind.

From the hallway, Zinnia burst out excitedly. She ran to Grey and jumped into his arms.

"Grey,I missed you"She muttered.

He caught her, then set her down without a smile.

Thorfinn didn't stop. He kept walking, distracted as his phone rang in his hand. Not paying attention, he bumped into someone , hard.

Lorraina let out a sharp gasp as she fell to the ground.

Thorfinn paused, standing above her but made no move to help.

"Were your eyes shut while walking?". He lashed out at her.

He hated being touched,especially by women except his family.

"You weren't watching either,so I am not blind" Lorraine replied, standing up slowly and meeting his gaze confidently, because it seems every one of them has gone mad and just want to blame her for everything.

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