CH3 : THE MANSION AND THE RULES

The wedding reception ended quickly, or perhaps it just felt that way because Chloe was in a daze. She couldn’t stop looking at Felix. He was nothing like what she had imagined. He was young, breathtakingly handsome, and radiated power that made everyone tremble in fear.

Soon, it was time to leave. Felix took her hand—his grip firm and warm—and led her towards a sleek, black luxury car. The engine roared softly as they drove away from the venue, leaving her shocked parents and jealous sister far behind.

"Where are we going?" Chloe asked softly, her voice barely audible. She was still nervous, sitting next to the most dangerous man in the country.

Felix turned his head and looked at her, his dark eyes softening slightly. "Home, Mrs. Reed. Our home."

The car stopped in front of massive iron gates that slowly opened to reveal a huge, magnificent mansion. It was modern, elegant, and surrounded by beautiful gardens. It looked like a palace, but it was quiet and peaceful, unlike the noisy and fake atmosphere of her parents' house.

They walked inside. The interior was designed with expensive taste—black, white, and gold colors, giving off a strong and masculine vibe.

"This is..." Chloe breathed out, looking around in awe.

"Mine. And now yours," Felix said simply, taking off his suit jacket and throwing it casually on the sofa. He rolled up his sleeves, revealing his strong forearms and a tattoo of a snake wrapped around a dagger. It screamed danger, yet it looked incredibly attractive on him.

Chloe swallowed hard. "It's... beautiful."

Felix walked closer to her, stopping just inches away. He towered over her, making her feel small and protected at the same time. He lifted her chin with his finger, forcing her to look into his eyes.

"Listen carefully, Chloe," he started, his voice deep and serious. "I know why you agreed to this marriage. I know you wanted to escape your family. And I know you thought you were marrying an old man."

Chloe blushed, looking away in embarrassment. "I..."

"But now you know the truth," Felix interrupted, his eyes intense. "I am Felix Reed. I don't like lies, and I don't like disobedience. Since you are my wife, you have to follow my rules."

Chloe nodded nervously. "What... what are the rules?"

"Rule number one," Felix counted with his fingers. "You are the Mistress of this house. You will be respected. You will never let anyone, not even your own family, look down on you again. Because if they disrespect you, they disrespect me."

"Rule number two," he continued, moving closer. "You live here with me. You eat with me. You sleep in the same room with me. We are husband and wife, not just on paper."

Chloe’s heart beat wildly. Sleep in the same room?

"Rule number three," Felix smirked dangerously, leaning down to whisper in her ear. "Your body, your heart, and your life... they all belong to me now. Don't even think about running away, because you can't. And don't think about loving anyone else, because I will kill anyone who touches what is mine."

He pulled back and looked at her shocked face.

"Do you understand, little wife?"

Chloe took a deep breath. She was scared, yes, but deep inside, she also felt safe. For the first time in her life, someone was claiming her as their own. Someone was treating her like she mattered.

"Yes," she whispered, looking up at him. "I understand, Husband."

Felix smiled—a genuine, handsome smile that made her knees weak.

"Good. Now go rest. Tomorrow, I will show you what it means to be the Mafia Boss's woman."

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To be continue...

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