“I’m hungry!” Sophia felt a growl in her stomach.
She left her room and looked at the decorations on the walls as she walked down the hall. This place used to be a bar. The bar’s decor had a somber atmosphere that mingled with the gloomy lighting to produce an odd and unsettling ambiance. As she was a bit scared, she walked slowly toward the stairs.
Sophia made her way down the spiral staircase; she saw that the whole space was brightly lit. A man, who sat elegantly amidst the lights, seemed to be passing the time by drinking wine.
She was mesmerized by his refined stature and felt captivated by his sophisticated elegance.
His black satin suit had golden embroidery and it sparkled like
diamonds while the gentle light enhanced his charm and charisma.
Sophia’s heart sank because she realized how difficult it would be to win over this man’s affections.
She let out a long, deep breath. If she doesn’t return the pendant after a year. she may have to pay the price with her life. So, she decided to just go with the flow for the time being.
Sophia approached Arthur while smiling. “Have you guys eaten? Want to eat together?”
He gave her a passing look. “Without my consent, you are not permitted to leave here.”
“But I’m starving.” She blinked.
“From now on, you must do what I say.” He was determined to make her suffer.
Sophia was stunned for a moment and felt helpless. Even though she knew it was almost impossible for Arthur to fall in love with her, she decided to try anyway.
She had no other options left. Her bestie told her that she had searched the hotel
room thoroughly, but the pendant was still nowhere to be found.
“Fine. I’ll listen. I won’t eat.” As soon as she sat down, her stomach started to grumble.
Sophia, who was blushing, instinctively covered her stomach while at the man.
The man’s eyebrow, which was really attractive, furrowed into a scowl at her.
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