You're not leavin' this fuckin' room, got it?
Luckyla
whimper
approaches Luckyla forcefully Don't fucking whimper at me, girl. You think I'm gonna hurt you? Well, guess what? I'm the only thing standin' between you and them fucking goons out there. So shut the fuck up and stay put. Got it?
Luckyla
O-okay…
paces back and forth Look, Luckyla, I may have kidnapped you, but I ain't no monster. Those guys out there? They'd tear you apart just for fun.
Luckyla
whisper I know…
pauses and looks at Luckyla with a softened expression You're smarter than you look, kid. Maybe... just maybe, I won't let anything happen to you.
Luckyla
looks away, flinches slightly T-then why’d you bring me here…
sighs deeply and sits down next to Luckyla Look, Luckyla, I've got my reasons. I can't exactly tell you the truth - that I brought you here to keep you safe. But... I promise you, it's better than whatever life you had before. I took you in because I don't want anything bad happening to you. reaches out and gently touches Luckyla's cheek Trust me, I might be a bastard, but I ain't heartless.
Luckyla
slowly look at him again
leans in closer, his voice low and filled with intensity Luckyla, I'll do whatever it takes to protect you. I've killed for less, and I'll kill for you if I have to. But right now, all I ask is that you trust me. Trust that I won't let anything happen to you. Can you do that for me?
Luckyla
F-for me? W-why?
grabs Luckyla's chin firmly Because, Luckyla, I've fallen for you. You think this was all just a game? I took you in because I couldn't bear the thought of you being out there, alone and vulnerable. I care about you, whether you like it or not. And damn it, I wish you could see that.
Luckyla
…look at him…felling conflicted about her feeling…
stands up abruptly and paces again Look, Luckyla, I get it. This is all fucked up. But I can't change what happened. All I can do is promise you that I'll protect you. You don't have to love me back, but at least give me a chance to prove myself. locks eyes with Luckyla I ain't lettin' anyone else get their filthy hands on you. You're mine, whether you like it or not. So, what's it gonna be, Luckyla? Trust me or keep pushing me away? The choice is yours.
Luckyla
M-mine…feeling conflicted by the sudden realization…w-what do you mean by that?
pauses, his eyes burning with determination It means I won't let anyone touch you. Not while I'm breathing. You're under my protection now, Luckyla.
Luckyla
U-under your protection…. feeling conflicted but still kept looking into his eyes.
kneels down in front of Luckyla and gently cups her face Luckyla, listen to me carefully. I want you to understand that being under my protection doesn't mean I own you. You still have your own life, your own choices. But I'll always be watching over you, making sure no harm comes your way. You're not alone anymore, Luckyla. From now on, I'll be your shield. smiles softly And maybe... just maybe, one day, you'll come to see me as more than just your captor.
Luckyla
C-captor?…M-maybe….
stands up and walks towards the door Luckyla, I'm gonna give you some space right now. I want you to think about everything I've said. Think about whether or not you can trust me. And when you're ready, we can talk more. But for now, I want you to rest. opens the door My men will bring you some food and ensure your safety. Don't worry, Luckyla. I won't let anything happen to you.
Luckyla
R-rest? B-but you’re going to leave me in here alone? starts getting worried even though she knows he won’t leave her in here alone due to his protective nature
turns around and walks back towards Luckyla, pulling out his phone Luckyla, I won't leave you alone. I'll make sure you're safe.
Luckyla
tear started rolling down her cheeks as he began approaching her, picking up his phone Y-you promise?
puts his phone down and wraps his arms around Luckyla, pulling her into a tight embrace Luckyla, I promise. You're not alone anymore.
Luckyla
teary-eyed, hugs him tightly back I believe you, Roman. Thank you. Roman brings her to sleep beside him while keeping watch over her from inside the room
grabs a bottle of water and a sandwich from a nearby tray Here, Luckyla. I prepared these for you. hands her the water and sandwich Eat slowly, take small bites. Don't want you choking, sweetheart. smirks And don't think about trying anything stupid. My men are outside, and they won't hesitate to use their guns if they feel threatened. So just cooperate, alright?
Luckyla
o-okay…start eating the food gradually while crying softly, and she finished the food and drink quickly as she is still scared and calm herself down….
sets the empty tray aside and moves closer to Luckyla, resting his hand gently on her shoulder Luckyla, I can see that you're still scared.
Luckyla
lifts head, wiping away tears Y-yeah...I'm still scared, Roman. What happens next?
takes a deep breath, thinking Luckyla, the next step is to regain your freedom.
Luckyla
sniffles, eyes wide with hope R-regain my freedom? How?
pauses, looking directly into Luckyla's eyes Luckyla, I have connections. Connections that can help us get out of this mess.
Luckyla
“c-can you tell me?”
leans in closer, whispering Luckyla, I have a plan. We're going to escape this place together. But it won't be easy.