The Tycoon's Little Possession
EPISODE 1
It's been three days since I last saw my father.
The fridge is empty, we’re down to nothing but tap water bottled and scraps of leftover rice.
I went through our groceries. All that remained were a few lonely cans of beans and sardines.
Sunny
I wonder where my father is.
and no matter where I looked, it was still messy.
Our sofa is old and dirty, and every wall of our house are etched with cracks.
We are living below the poverty line, obviously.
The only thing we probably still own is this house, which belonged to my late mother.
Though Dad has likely mortgaged this, too.
Sunny
If that's the case, i'm going to end up living under the bridge.
I should probably start packing my old clothes.
My father's creditors might show up at any moment.
Sunny
Don't jump to conclusion, Sunny!
I told myself knowing how terrifying it is if it ever happens.
Sunny
Don't manifest it or it will happen!
I tried to shake my head and change my thinking to positivity.
I was just about to get up to get my clothes from the room when I heard a series of loud, rapid knocks at the door.
Startled, a thought flashed through my mind.
Wait—this is the first time someone has ever knocked on our door!
AND It’s 11:00 at night, who could possibly be visiting at this hour?!
AND If it were Dad, he wouldn’t bother knocking.
Everything went dead silent for a moment before the knocking started up once more.
？？？
We meant no harm, we just want to talk.
Sunny
It's been three days since he last came home!
I shouted, hoping they will hear me without letting them in inside our house.
？？？
Then let us take a look at the house.
US??? Does that mean they're few of them outside?
？？？
We promise to leave after.
Why are they suddenly so interested in our old house?
A minor earthquake could bring it crashing down so they can't even get a dollar if they're planning to sell this.
Sunny
Wait—did my father pawn this house to you?
？？？
We’re debt collectors. He owes us a lot of money.
Sunny
But he's not here, sir!
Sunny
I don't have any money to pay off his debt.
？？？
Just open this damn door or we'll break it!
With a trembling hand, I gradually turned the knob.
EPISODE 2
Suddenly, three men in black appeared.
I watched as their eyes scanned the interior of our home.
1 Man
Maan, this place is a wreck!
2 Man
Pff tell me about it.
3 Man
I don't know why boss is so obsessed with this house.
Now I realize my father was heavily indebted to their boss,
And these three weirdly looking men are currently hunting him.
2 Man
Who knows? Perhaps it isn't the house that interests the boss?
Suddenly those men look at me while grinning.
Sunny
Hey! why are you looking at me like that?
1 Man
He did say that we should grab anything useful in this dumpster.
He acted like he didn't hear me.
3 Man
You should thank us that we still find you useful.
1 Man
Our boss would probably say welcome.
All three of them burst into laughter at once.
Sunny
I can't pay you anything because I don't have that money.
Sunny
If you guys want to kill me, I don't care.
Sunny
It’s not like my life is worth living anyway.
1 Man
Oh but to our boss, you do.
Sunny
Who's boss are you even—
I was just about to argue over which boss they meant when a foul stench hit my nostrils that quickly covered my nose.
My mind instantly went black as my vision started to get blurry.
I felt as if I hadn't slept in a year,
my eyes kept drooping lower and lower until...
From the other room, a muffled shout broke the silence.
？？？
Why the hell did you bring his daughter here?!
1 Man
B-Boss, you told us to grab something u-useful.
？？？
I didn't say a person but some valuable object, fool.
3 Man
B-Boss the place is a m-mess.
2 Man
and her father still hasn't returned.
2 Man
Seems like he abandoned her.
3 Man
She's the only thing we found useful for you, boss.
？？？
Before I kick your asses.
*They hurriedly left the room.*
My hands flew to my head the moment I forced my eyes open.
A wave of dizziness washed over me.
I felt lightheaded and suddenly cold.
When I opened my eyes, I was stunned.
Instead of the piles of garbage and filth I expected, I was greeted with something entirely different.
And the smell, it's not foul stench.
It smells like a fresh air.
Suddenly, a handsome man with a tattoo on his neck appeared infront of me.
I could say, his voice were like dark chocolate—
rich, smooth, and slightly bitter.
I could appreciate how hot and attractive he is but in this situation, I should fear my life.
Sunny
H-How did I got here?
Sunny
Did you kidnapped me?
Sunny
Are you going to kill me?
？？？
For a million dollar question, you're only here because your father is heavily indebted to me.
Sunny
B-But I got nothing to do with it!
My voice weakened as I lowered my head, mourning the state of my own life.
Sunny
I don't have any money to pay off my father'a debt.
Sunny
As you can see, i'm worthless piece of junk to you.
A shadow fell over me, and that same deep, cold voice sliced through the silence.
？？？
I didn't ask you to put a price tag on yourself.
He said, his tone dropping an octave.
？？？
Whatever you are to me—that is your worth.
The audacity of this hot man.
Sunny
And what exactly I am to you, now?
？？？
Your father is nowhere to be found, how else am I going to reclaim what's mine?
？？？
You're the only piece of his life he didn't take with him.
He leaned down to me until his breath brushed against my ear.
？？？
I have no intention of letting you rot in a place like that, surrounded by filth.
My eyes widened, a shiver sent down my spine.
Sunny
Don't tell me you're going to make me your slave?
？？？
I already have my men to boss around.
He shake his head agressively.
？？？
I don't see you that way.
He stared at me, his lips parting in slight shock.
？？？
Are you fucking serious?
I bit my lower lip, scared that I might have provoked him.
Sunny
I-I'll zip my mouth!
？？？
You just got here and you're already giving me a headache.
He rubbed his temples in annoyance.
？？？
I have to know so I could contact your mother and leave your lifeless body infront of her.
My eyes widened. I can't believe he'll really kill me.
Sunny
I'm Sunshine Rosewood short for Sunny.
Sunny
And my mother is dead.
EPISODE 3
He rubbed his chin, seemingly lost in thought.
He whispered my name again then look away.
？？？
Sorry to hear about your mother, I didn't know.
My heart softened at the sincerity in his voice, even as he tried to mask it behind his tough exterior.
Sunny
It's okay, it's been 2 years.
Sunny
I’m finding my way how to live my life, despite the struggles I face.
？？？
You sure did struggle living with your father.
He gritted his teeth after mentioning my father.
I asked, trying to change the topic.
Sunny
I should at least know the name of my captor.
A light, silly laugh escaped my lips.
Sunny
Aren't you basically their boss?
？？？
Aren't you supposed to be, you know, scared?
Sunny
It’s hard to feel scared with a good-looking guy like you standing there.
He let out a low, breathy exhale that wasn't quite a laugh.
He didn't move, but the air between us suddenly felt a little heavier.
He stepped closer, the dominance in his posture returning as if he were re-centering himself after my comment.
？？？
Since your father has yet to return, you will remain here at the manor for the time being.
？？？
Don't tell me you actually think your father has enough to bail you out?
He stated. A cold smirk finally tugged at his lips.
Sunny
Honestly, staying in a manor like this is a massive upgrade from my father's couch.
I shrugged, meeting his intense gaze without blinking.
Sunny
So, what's your name BOSS?
I said, my voice dropping as I emphasized the last word.
He answered nonchalantly, as if he didn't share a name with the notorious gang leader who was all over the news in our neighborhood.
A grin played on his lips when he saw the recognition in my eyes at the sound of his name.
Sunny
Are you really him?!
Sunny
Are you going to kill me?!
He gave me a slight nod with a playful smile followed by a slow shake of his head.
After a while, I felt a sudden wave of dizziness that I instinctively reached for my head.
Sunny
W-What did your men do to m-me?
I was about to slowly sit on the floor because I feel like I was going to collapse,
when I felt something strong wrap around my waist.
I didn't even realize he had caught me.
Axel Gray: Notorious Gang Leader
You alright?
Axel Gray: Notorious Gang Leader
Good thing I was there to catch you before you hit the ground.
Sunny
I feel like the room is spinning.
Axel Gray: Notorious Gang Leader
Let's get you rested.
He immediately guided me toward a large sofa, keeping a steadying hand on me.
Sunny
W-Wait, I can do it hehe
I spoke shyly, causing him to let go.
I was just worried about ruining his expensive clothes by being so close to me.
Axel Gray: Notorious Gang Leader
I actually want to apologize on behalf of my men. I'll make sure to discipline them later.
Axel Gray: Notorious Gang Leader
They used a drug to put you to sleep but don't worry, it isn't dangerous, and the effects will wear off completely within five hours.
Axel Gray: Notorious Gang Leader
I didn't actually thought they'll bring you here.
He shake his head with a hint of dissappointment.
Axel Gray: Notorious Gang Leader
You stay here and nothing bad will happen to you.
Axel Gray: Notorious Gang Leader
I'll get you some clothes and some food first.
Sunny
How can I be so sure that I’m safe in the hands of a gang leader?
Axel Gray: Notorious Gang Leader
Sunny, I hunt bad people down and make them pay for what they did.
Sunny
So, do I look harmless to you?
I raise my eyebrow and look at him curiously.
Axel Gray: Notorious Gang Leader
I’m having a hard time seeing you as a 'bad guy' when you look this innocent.
A sudden heat rushed to my cheeks at his words. I tried to pretend it didn't.
Sunny
You mean like poor? Someone who can't protect themselves?
One of his eyebrows shot up, his sharp eyes narrowing as they landed on me.
Axel Gray: Notorious Gang Leader
No, Sunny.
Axel Gray: Notorious Gang Leader
Don't ever think less of yourself just because your father couldn't give you the life you deserve.
His words suddenly silenced me.
It hit me with a sharp realization that the life we have now should have been my father’s responsibility.
For so long, I was the one who carried his burden—I had to take over both of the roles in our old house.
Axel Gray: Notorious Gang Leader
While you're on my side, you don't have to think of anything.
Axel Gray: Notorious Gang Leader
While I’m here with you, your only priority should be yourself.
Axel Gray: Notorious Gang Leader
Basic necessities? No problem.
Axel Gray: Notorious Gang Leader
Money? I got tons of them.
I fell silent for a moment, processing his words one by one.
I realized that this man is willing to give me everything he has,
A notorious Leader of a Gang.
Which is strange because my own father would hesitates to even give me money for food.
Axel Gray: Notorious Gang Leader
Wait here, i'll get some things for you before you take your rest.
He paused then look at me straight in the eyes.
Sunny
Why are you being nice to me?
Sunny
I’m merely just the daughter of the man who owes you a massive debt.
He lets out a short, dry laugh.
I watch as he shakes his head, his playful smile returning, though his eyes remain serious.
Axel Gray: Notorious Gang Leader
You think I let you stay here because of money? I have more money than I know what to do with.
Axel Gray: Notorious Gang Leader
I kept you here because I wanted to. Don't confuse your father's failures with your value.
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