"Please, I'm going to pay you. I have your money" Joshua said and Xavier smirked and took a puff of the cigar in his hand
"You thought you could play me?" He asked
"I nev—"
"illuminarlo" Xavier instructed before throwing the cigar on the floor and getting up. (Meaning: light him up). This was followed by the sound of gunshots.
Xavier was about to leave when he heard someone scream. It was the voice of a woman, everyone in their senses, ran out of the restaurant the moment he entered.
"Dad" he heard the woman screamed. He turned around to see a woman kneeling beside Joshua Colton.
Her brown eyes were filled with tears, her lips were quivering. Her hands shivered as she reached out to Joshua Colton and placed her hand on his chest, one of the three places he'd been shot. Xavier stared at her, he wasn't aware Joshua Colton had a daughter. Jemma looked up and her eyes met Xavier's, she recognised him instantly.
Xavier's tall, imposing presence and a stern, serious expression. His dark hair was neatly styled, slicked back with precision. He had on a tailored black suit with a white dress shirt and a dark tie, emphasizing a formal, authoritative appearance. He was quite infamous, there was no one in the whole country that didn't know him. She narrowed her eyes at him, her eyes filled with rage, she looked ready to tear Xavier apart any second.
"Bring her along" Xavier instructed Bruno, his right hand man. Bruno went over to her and pulled her up. She pushed him and gave him a tight slap across the face.
"Don't you dare lay your filthy hands on me" she said firmly. Xavier watched Bruno slap her. She was livid, she was about to lose it when Xavier spoke.
"Da qui in poi me ne occuperò io, andrò a occuparmi di Dominic" Xavier instructed Bruno and Bruno left. (meaning: I'll take it from here, go handle Dominic)
Before Xavier could take a step towards her, she fell to the ground with a loud 'thud'. Xavier went over to her to see she'd fainted. 'Probably from the shock' he thought to himself before kneeling down and picking her up. The fragrance of her perfume filled the air as he carried her bridal style to his car. The door was opened by his driver and he got in. He lay her down gently on the car seat and placed her head on his leg. He was handed the woman's purse by one of his men.
Xavier searched through her bag to see some keys, some lipstick, a phone, an iPad, a purse, an asthma inhaler and some other stuff. He opened her purse to see an ID card. Jemma Colton, 23 years old. Xavier's eyes scanned her body, Her long, dark hair was styled in voluminous, soft curls that frame her face. She wore an elegant, fitted black dress with a wide neckline that reveals her collarbones and her hourglass figure. Her classic and polished makeup, with defined brows, dark eyeliner, and bold lipstick.
"Let's go" Xavier instructed the driver.
Jemma opened her eyes 30 minutes later, her mind wandered for some seconds before she looked up at Xavier who was on the phone, she instantly recollected everything. She sat up frightened.
"Where are you taking me?" Jemma asked her voice shaking. Xavier glanced over at her then continued talking over the phone. "I am not going with you" Jemma said but Xavier just ignored her.
"I'm not going, stop the car" she yelled and Xavier turned to her. His strong jawline, neatly groomed facial hair, and piercing gaze conveyed an air of control and dominance.
"Be quiet" he instructed, his deep voice with a slight accent as authoritative as his appearance. Jemma stares at him, she knew she had no choice but to do as he says or he'll send her to the same place he sent her father.
Jemma remained quiet the rest of the ride. The car stopped at the entrance of the mansion which was marked by an electronic gate which swung open to reveal a circular driveway. The driveway allows for smooth navigation paved with granite marble. At the center of the roundabout stood a stunning water fountain where water jets and lights dance across the fountain's surface. The mansion was guarded by security personnel stationed at regular intervals.
The grounds were meticulously manicured, with lush greenery, vibrant flowers, and perfectly trimmed hedges. The property's expansive lawn stretched out behind the mansion. The mansion filled with numerous luxury cars, each one a testament to the owner's affinity for high-end vehicles, all parked in a designated area or showcased in a bespoke garage.
"Get down" Xavier instructed after getting down and she got down and stared at the mansion. The mansion appeared spacious, with multiple levels and expansive windows that allow natural light to pour in and offer breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
"Take her to Mandy" Xavier instructed one of the guards.
"Wait, what do you—" Jemma started and Xavier turned to the guard
"If she is any trouble, set her on fire in the garden ensure she burns to ashes" Xavier said before getting into the car. The guard closed the car door.
Jemma knew it wasn't just an empty threat.
"Come with me" The guard instructed and Jemma followed him into the mansion.
The interior of the mansion was luxurious and sophisticated. She was greeted by a spacious foyer with soaring ceilings, adorned with intricate molding and chandeliers that refract light. The floors were made of gleaming black marble tiles, polished to perfection and reflecting the light like a mirror. The walls were adorned with stunning artwork. The living areas was expansive, with plush sectionals and oversized grey armchairs with a blend of grey and black throw pillows arranged around coffee tables made of rich, dark wood, it had huge floor-to-ceiling windows allow natural light to pour in.
Jemma was led to the kitchen. The kitchen was no different from the rest of the house. The centerpiece was large and had speckled quartz countertop and a gray base. The cabinets are gray with simple black handles. Jemma saw two women in the kitchen, they both had on maid's costume. one of the women was short, her black hair was in a bun, she looked old, like she was in her late 50s. The other maid looked young, in her late 20s, she was blonde, fit and taller than Jemma. The man left Jemma with the both of them without saying a word. Jemma didn't know what to say, she still couldn't believe the events that happened today.
"Another one? She looks traumatized" the younger woman said
"I'm Mandy" the older woman introduced and Jemma stared at her blankly. "You're new here so I'll start with the basis. There's no need trying to escape, you're stuck here"
"Did he kidnap you guys too?" Jemma asked
"Not all, Mandy's the only one who wasn't kidnapped" the other woman informed
"And you all just stayed here?"
"You'll get used to it after a few weeks, face it you have no choice. The last person that tried to escape well, she's buried somewhere in this very estate" the other woman replied
"How long have you been here?"
"2 years. I'm Lucy by the way" she introduced.
"You'll start work tomorrow—" Mandy started
"Work?" Jemma asked
"Yes, work. Everyone that's brought here is forced to serve Don. You have no choice" Lucy explained
"What kind of work?" Jemma asked
"Didn't notice the uniform? Congratulations, you've been hired as a maid" Lucy said while Jemma stared in disbelief.