Aliya waited for Ryan at the waiting room of Andres Enterprises. Come what may, she needed to explain things to him and end the alliance peacefully. She hadn't waited for long when Ryan came out.
Why didn't you inform me that she was here?
I'm sorry sir, the meeting was very important so I didn't want to interrupt you.
Ryan walked towards Aliya who stood up as soon as she saw him.
Ryan, we need to talk.
Let's go somewhere more convenient. I'm hungry too, I did like to eat.
He led her away and they left the company.
At Jade Garden Restaurant
The two sat opposite each other with Aliya picking on her food.
What's wrong? The food is not to your taste?
Not that.
Then what is the matter, you have been acting out of character since you came back.
I'm sorry, Ryan.
You don't have to apologize anymore, I understand that we aren't really a real couple and of course there are certain things which are personal and we wouldn't want to share, so you don't have to apologize.
Ryan… I….. We can't go on with the marriage alliance anymore.
Ryan's hand tightened on the cup he was holding but he still maintained a smile on his face.
Why? What's wrong? Did I do something wrong?
No, nothing is wrong and you didn't do anything wrong. It's just something I can't control. Ryan I'm married.
The last sentence resounded in Ryan's ears. You are married? How?
It's complicated Ryan. I...
Was it the kidnappers? Did they threaten you or something? Talk to me Aliya, I can't do anything if you don't tell me anything.
You don't have to do anything Ryan. I'm really sorry. If there's anything I can do to compensate for this, do inform me, I will try my best.
Seriously Aliya, so you're going to break off the alliance like it's nothing. What explanation would I give my parents and my company shareholders?
I'm sorry Ryan, I didn't mean for things to turn out this way.
You know what, it's fine. I was really wrong about you. I thought you understood the bigger picture and wanted the best for Finch corporation but maybe I'm mistaken.
Ryan please…..
Have a good life Aliya, he stormed out of the private room while Aliya chased after him still trying to explain.
Ryan please, try to understand, I.....
Ryan didn't stop and Aliya was suddenly blocked and she bumped her head on the hard chest.
Looking up, it turned out to be the god of hades. Aiden.
Aiden… what….What are you doing here?
What? Did I interrupt something? He asked with a cold smile on his face.
Yes… I mean no, I was just surprised to see you. I was having lunch with a business partner, he just left. I….
Aiden's face turned colder and he held her hand dragging her to the private room and tossed her to the couch, pressing his body on her and his hands worked trying to unlock her buttons.
He pressed his lips on hers, kissing her neck and ear and a soft moan escaped Aliya's lips.
Aiden, what are you doing?
What do you think I'm doing? I'm doing you right now.
You can't do that, Aliya struggled to push him away but he didn't budge. Her clothes were unbuttoned and she looked anything but decent and her eyes were brimming with tears.
He finally pulled back, his breathing ragged, a cruel smile twisting his lips. He looked down at her, his eyes burning with a cold fury that chilled her to the bone. He took out his handkerchief, wiped his hands and tossed it aside as if it was worthless.
Guess I didn't start the rules well enough for you, if you want that company of yours still running and your old man not behind bars, you must stay away from him. I don't want any communications or meetings between you and him. Know your status, know your place. You are mine, Aiden Hendrix's wife.
He stood, his gaze lingering on her with a predatory intensity that sent shivers down her spine. He didn't leave immediately, instead, he leaned down, his face inches from hers, his voice a low growl. "You wouldn't like to know what I can do" Then, with a final, contemptuous sneer, he turned and left, leaving Aliya trembling in the aftermath of his actions.
Aliya looked at his departing figure, she was really scared of him right now, he really wanted to do something here. She had been a brave and fearless person but only Aiden could make her this scared. She needed to investigate and find out what happened to him the time he was missing. She tidied herself and left the place.
Aliya arrived at the manor and met Aiden at his usual place smoking and drinking. Was that his favorite thing to do now?
She ignored him and walked past him.
"Come here"
Aliya stopped in her tracks turning to him.
Tomorrow, someone very important to me will be arriving. I expect you to be good and welcoming to her.
Her? Aliya thought to herself. Anything else? She asked nonchalantly.
Take that, you will be needing it, he looked towards the table.
Aliya grabbed the document and headed to her room.
She opened the document and was bewildered by what she saw. Rules and regulations to guide her! Was Aiden going crazy? What did he really take her for?
It stated that She was to come home as early as seven. She was to strictly avoid Ryan Andres and any contact with other men. She's to fulfill all her duties as Mrs Hendrix and many other ridiculous conditions. Failure to comply would bring about punishment.
Aliya sat on the bed of the cold room, was this how this is going to be? She needed to make a change to everything.