Mia shivered at Aurora's words and felt her heart tighten in fear and regret.

"Right?" She muttered, jerking closer. Mia staggered back and reluctantly nodded her head, "Yes."

Aurora smirked sinisterly and straightened up then slipped the cigarette stick between her red lips and took a drag at the cigarette.

"What is the deal?" Mia mustered courage and blurted out.

She puffed out smoke teasingly, watching the dark air that hung between us.

Mia coughed slightly and turned her face away with disdain scribbled across her face.

"Don't worry, I will let you know what you should do when the time comes," she responded with an evil glee in her eyes.

The moment she turned away from Mia, a black, sleek limo drove to the spot where they stood.

Aurora sighed and threw the cigarette away then walked towards the car, gesturing for Mia.

Mia snapped out of the daze she was in and slowly shuffled forward, hoping her trembling feet wouldn't send her to the ground.

The closer she got to the limousine and Aurora, the more she pictured herself being in a worse situation.

"Hop inside, let's go," Aurora said.

She hesitated for a moment, wondering if she could take the opportunity to run away from Aurora. But when she remembered that the police would be searching for her son, she pushed the thought away and slowly got into the car.

Aurora didn't stop smoking in the car and Mia didn't bother hiding the discomfort she had in the car.

She clenched her fist and stared out of the window, cursing silently at her.

She thought of what to do if she got done with Aurora, but couldn't come up with any escape plan.

She needed a passport to leave the country, and she couldn't work.

The news of the Mafia queen and her face was everywhere in the media. Walking freely on the streets was nearly impossible too.

She sighed and dropped her head on the headrest, her throat burning in pain and anger.

"I don't think anything good would come out of escaping from there," Mia blurted out.

Aurora pulled out the vape pen in between her lips and raised her brows as she stared at Mia, amused.

"Why do you say that?"

"I'm better off being in jail than hiding like a fugitive for the rest of my life," Mia muttered.

Aurora scoffed and narrowed her eyes, slipping the vape pen back into her mouth.

She took a long drag and exhaled thick dark smoke that almost choked Mia.

"You should be worrying about what I plan to make you do," Aurora muttered, and Mia's heart skipped.

"What do you plan to make me do?" Mia asked as she glared at her.

Aurora chuckled, mischief dancing in her eyes.

"Wait for it."

Mia frowned and felt like slapping her hard on the cheeks but refrained from doing it, knowing how dangerous she looked.

She sighed helplessly and looked out of the window, letting silence reign in the car again.

Mia's brows raised in surprise as they drove through the most famous estate in the country-the paradise.

The estate wasn't just meant for anyone. It was uniquely meant for the wealthiest and most influential figures in the country.

Only people with millions and billions of net worth are opportune to get a luxury home in the estate.

Living in that estate would always put any influencer in the ranks of the wealthiest and most respected influencers in the country.

Knowing how difficult it is to get a place there even with money, Mia realized that the lady beside her must be a well-known wealthy woman who had different connections in the government.

Mia slowly looked at her, wondering who she truly was.

The name she gave her was not well-known and unheard of, but the aura she possessed was questionable and intimidating.

Aurora seemed to sense her curiosity as a smile dangled at the corner of her lips.

She squared her shoulders in pride and took a long drag from the cigarette she held, allowing Mia to feed her curious eyes in silence.

The car drove through a large black gate at the end of the winding road of the estate.

Mia's jaws dropped in awe as the car drove into the white house of Paradise estate.

It had been rumored for years that the white house belonged to the unknown owner of the estate.

Mia batted her lashes severally in disbelief as she stepped out of the car, swerving her head around.

Her eyes traveled from the large fountain in the middle of the large pathway to the lawns then up to the huge, tall building that stood majestically before her.

The golden glow from the rising sun cast a golden glow over the flowers and the garden that surrounded the mansion was filled with sweet-smelling roses and lush greenery.

The building stood tall and silent, exuding a feeling that made Mia shiver.

"Come on in. We have documents to sign," Aurora said, driving her back to reality.

She nodded wordlessly, suddenly dumbstruck by the elegance and surprise that hit her upon her entrance.

They strolled along the path in silence, while Mia struggled with the questions in her mind.

It was hard to believe that the woman she met under detention lived in such a place.

Could she be related to the mafia queen? Why was she arrested in the first place?.

Different questions rang in her mind but she couldn't bring herself to spill them out.

The moment they stepped into the house, the luxury of the interior hit her.

From the high ceilings, crystal chandeliers, and walls adorned with intriguing artwork down to the polished floor made of rich, dark hardwood.

The living room was so spacious and decorated with plush carpets, velvet drapes, and sophisticated modern furniture.

"Come," Aurora said in a hard voice.

Mia gulped hard and trailed after her. They ascended the grand staircase and headed to Aurora's private study.

As Mia fed her eyes with beauty and luxury, she was hit by a nudging feeling that this unparalleled comfort that the mansion gave must have been gotten through dark means.

She knew, she believed, and she swore silently to find out what that meant.

Aurora sighed and slumped into a chair behind the oak desk then pulled out a slip of paper and handed it to me.

"Sign it," Aurora blurted out without mincing words.

Mia stared at her in disbelief and scoffed loudly then looked at the paper and began to read through the content.

Her breath hitched as she got to the second section of the contract.

She slowly looked up, her eyes widening.

"Marriage?" She gasped, her eyes as wide as saucers.

Aurora hummed and nodded her head.

"You have 90 days to make my brother fall for you."

The paper slipped out of her hand and she huffed loudly in disgust.

"I just got betrayed by the man I love!" Mia groused in anger.

Aurora shrugged lightly, narrowing her eyes.

"That is none of my business, is it?" Aurora stated.

Mia glared at her and slammed her fist on the table, her eyes filled with anger.

"Your brother's inability to find a woman is not my business either!" She muttered and the blood drained from Aurora's face.

"What did you say?" She muttered in clenched teeth.

Mia sighed and straightened up.

"I'm done with you, Aurora Fernandez, or whatever your name is," she spat and spun around, heading for the door.

"You will regret refusing this offer!" Aurora snapped as Mia reached the door.

She smirked and turned the knob but froze as the door pulled open, revealing a familiar face.

Mia's jaw dropped as she stared at the tall, huge man staring down at her with eyes full of disgust.

She had seen those eyes before and she had wished never to see them again the last time she did.

His lips twitched in annoyance as he ran his eyes over her body, not bothering to hide his irritation.

"Who is this little thing, Eva?" His hoarse voice filled the room, causing goosebumps to appear on Mia's skin.

Standing right before her was the CEO of the company that owned the department store she worked in. It was none other than the arrogant boss, Lucius Loveto.

"Someone important" Aurora snapped.

Lucius walked into the room his eyes fixed on Mia, "I wanted you to come out of prison alone, didn't tell you to bring injured cats with you" he said.

Mia's eyes darkened at the insult but she didn't respond, she just walked to where Aurora was and stood with her.

"She is not an injured cat, Lucius. You better watch your mouth !" Aurora shot back.

A smirk crept into Lucius's face as he took a step towards the two women.

"Don't show any weakness, he feds on that" Aurora whispered to Mia.

Mia tried everything possible not to show any fear or weakness while maintaining a calm composure.

Lucius opened his mouth to say something but he was interrupted by the ringing of his phone.

"I will get back to both of you" he promised before he walked away after retrieving his phone from his pants.

"Whoa" Mia breathed a sign of relief when he was out of sight.

"So what do you think?, can you him seduce in 90 days?"

Mia's mouth went agape as she gazed at Aurora, "no I can't , you should find someone else to help you with that because I am out of here" she saw and began walking to the door.

She had wanted to turn the doorknob when her name was yelled.

"Charged with drug dealings, murder, human trafficking. They would definitely give you a death sentence for all these charges"

"What are talking about?" Mia asked.

"Oh I am just reminding you what is waiting for you outside when you walk out of that door" Aurora replied, a devilish grin on her face.

"No, I am going to clear my name and all these charges will be brought down"

"And how do intend on doing that?. No one will believe you, see you either do what I tell you or you are not going to leave here alive"she threatened.

Mia took a deep breath and walked to where she was standing, "see there no way that he is going to accept me" she said.

"And how do know?, I think that you actually caught his fancy"

"No, I must have looked familiar to him and his is wondering where he saw me from" Mia said and started pacing around.

"Wait a minute, you have met my brother before?"

"Yes, well not personally, he is the owner of the department store I work in and...."

Mia trailed off when Aurora started laughing, the laughter lasted for a while and Mia was just starting at her.

"What did I say that is so funny?" she asked.

Aurora stopped laughing, she held Mia on her shoulder and said, "dear my brother doesn't care about anyone but himself, there was no way he would remember an ordinary worker in one of his stores, just no way".

"But still I can't do that" Mia insisted.

"You have no choice but you do that, you owe me two times and I will kill you if you refuse" Aurora said without batting an eye.

Mia's breath hitched as she stared at her, she knew she can definitely do that and no one will even miss her.

"I believed that I had made myself clear and if you do it well I might even consider helping you get your revenge on your ex boyfriend. Just do your best, sign those documents and bring to it me" after saying that Aurora left the room leaving the half-scared, half-confused Mia who was wondering how her life got complicated like this.

"Ma, do you want me to show you your room now?" a maid that came into the study asked her.

Mia looked at her and smiled, "wait a bit," her gaze went to the floor where a piece of paper was lying.

Heaving a sign she picked the paper up, "can you get me a pen?" she said to the maid.

"Okay ma" the maid replied then left to get the pen.

The maid came back five minutes later with the pen, Mia took the pen from her and scribbled her name on the paper.

"Take me to Aurora" she said to the maid.

"Okay ma, follow me"

Mia followed the maid as she was led out of the study room, as they got into the hallway Mia was enveloped by an aura of elegance.

The ceilings seemed to stretch upwards, adorned with beautiful molding that danced across the plaster in delicate patterns and chandeliers that hung from the ceiling like frozen waterfalls of light.

The walls, painted a soft cream provided a cozy atmosphere for the vibrant little sculpture that punctuated the place. The floors beneath her feet was polished to a warn sheen, they really took time in designing the hallway.

They continued walking till they arrived at blue coloured door, "this is her room, ma" the maid said.

"Okay" Mia replied and then knocked on the door.

"Come in"

Mia turned the doorknob and stepped into the room, "I brought the document" she said in a low voice.

Aurora stood up from the chair she was sitting on and replied, "you made a nice decision Mia, bring the document".

Mia walked closer to her and handed the documents to her, she took it and examined it her lips curled into a smile when she saw where Mia signed her name.

"Nice job" she praised.

"Now all is now left is for you to do everything possible to and make him marry you" she added.

"I get you okay, I am really getting tired of you saying the same thing over and over again" Mia rolled her eyes.

"And is there anything I need to know about your brother?"

"Already working hard, aren't you?, Miss Mia. Well I will tell you everything you need to know tomorrow, just rest for today".

"Okay if you say so"

Aurora then called a maid who she ordered to take Mia to the guest room, Mia started following the maid out but she stopped when she was about exiting the room.

"Do you plan to starve me tonight, Miss Aurora?"

"Tell the maid everything you need"

"Okay"

Mia left the room following the maid behind, her eyes scanned the maid she was following.

She was dressed in a nice tailored black suit and skirt with a nice black shoe that complimented her feet.

The previous maid that took her to Aurora's room was wearing the normal black and white maid dress.

She was very curious on why this maid one wasn't wearing that so she asked, "are you here?"

The maid stopped walking and turned, " yes I 'm a maid but an elite maid, one that personally serve the members of the family" the maid explained.

"Okay, I get it now, thank for explaining" Mia thanked her.

"You are welcome, ma" said the maid before she resumed leading Mia to her room.

"We are here, ma" announced when they finally arrived at the room.

"Is this the room?" Mia asked.

"Yes ma, I made sure that it was properly cleaned. If you don't like anything there you can just call me through the house phone ? the maid replied.

"Okay then and please I am starving"

"What would you like to eat ma?"

"Anything edible" replied Mia.

"OK ma, your food will be ready in ten minutes time, meanwhile feel at home" after saying that the maid pushed a key into the door and opened it.

"I will take my leave now, ma" she added giving the key to Mia.

After the maid left Mia closed her eyes and took three deep breaths, trying to calm her scattered thoughts which were flying all over the place.

Finally she was a bit calm so she turned the door knob and entered the room, the first thing her eye landed on was the soft pink mattress that seemed to be calling on her.

Without wasting time she walked to it flopping on it, immediately her body made contact with the mattress,she close her eyes feeling the nice softness of the mattress, it felt like she was in heaven, a soft feathery and relaxing heaven.

She could stay like this forever.

Mia moment of bliss was cut short when she felt a wet hand graze through her feet, she got up immediately and shifted back into the bed.

But then her heart dropped into her stomach when she noticed the man dilated eyes, there was no way she was going to escape this.

A tears slipped out of her eyes as she prayed for someone to save her.