The Million Dollar Man
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<< In this folder, >> I lifted it up, << you have documents after documents concerning his gang's activities and whereabouts. It's simply obvious that you then used my little slip up at the club to your advantage, to lure him into your trap. >> Sebastian was now leaning onto his desk, his eyes focused on mine.

<< Everything comes together. >> I stated, << Rumors were going around that he had something on the Kings, so you offer him 'help' and act enraged when he threatens you. >>

I shook my head in disbelief.

<< You knew exactly what was going to happen, and how to eliminate him and his helpers. You've left his gang without leadership, forcing them into hiding. >>

I hesitated, glancing at the pages. << You had this all planned out before you found me. >>

Sebastian closed his eyes for a moment.

<< You look nice, sitting in my chair. >> He spoke softly, yet firmly. << You fit into the gang so well, and the other gang members are excited to have you. >> << People respect you, Evelyn. >>

I stared up at him, waiting for him to continue. I was sitting on the edge of the chair, refusing to sit back allow myself comfort.

<< I asked for respect and obedience, that's all I asked for. >>

<< You demanded. >>

<< You refused. >>

We stared at each other, desperately trying to read one another.

<< You forgave Mason, »> he finally spoke, breaking the silence that had engulfed us. I bit my lip at his words, and pressed my nails into my legs.

Though I was unsure of how to respond, I parted my lips in preparation. Just as I sucked in a large amount of air, Sebastian cut me off.

<< Not long ago, you were absolutely terrified of me. >> He said, << You weren't yourself, constantly looking at me for permission for things as small as sitting in a chair. For a moment there, I thought I had done it. » << I thought I had broken Evelyn Summers. >>

<< You did. >> I muttered, thinking back to how much a cried, whimpered, and sobbed to it physically pained me.

Sebastian's eyes widened in obvious shock, and he shook his head. << See that's the thing! You think that if you show the slightest bit of emotion, you're weak. It wasn't right of me to attack you- both physically and mentally. I thought I had broken you, but when you came into my office, and told me off-<< he laughed, his eyes sparkling, << you showed me how strong you were. >>

<< I demanded respect and obedience in the most inhuman ways. »> He spat out, disgusted.

I had remained silent the entire time, but found myself standing up, distancing myself from him.

<< I'm fine. >>

He shook his head at me.

<< How am I supposed to understand you? >> He questioned, his eyebrows furrowed together in thought.

I shrugged and allowed a light smile to appear on my lips.

<< You're trying to figure me out? >>

Sebastian's eyes lit up, and a grin broke out. << Yes! I have tried everything, and it's impossible ! >>

I shrugged and walked around him, heading towards the door.

I stopped just as I put my hand on the doorknob. << You need to catch me off guard. >> I said, turning so that I could look at him.

Sebastian stared back at me in response, and I laughed at his confused expression.

<< Surprise me, King. Surprise me. >>

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<< You know we all know you're not on your period anymore, » Mason stated.

I tensed at his words before shrugging. << Am I going to be punished again ? >>

Mason looked almost amused at my question, before shaking his head. I felt relief spread throughout my body as I let out a breath of air I had been holding in anticipation.

As brutal as Sebastian was towards me, it was my entire fault. Stupid as it sounds, the gang life is far from a normal one. It was common to be hit by a member, and even more by the leader.

Despite Sebastian's surprising disgust at his actions, I knew I should have seen it coming.

I humiliated him.

I should be dead, but here I was, freshly out of the shower, bruised yet breathing.

Mason was leaned against the doorway, watching as I combed through my hair, water droplets spraying everywhere.

<< I think I'm going to go say goodnight to everyone, »> I stated, standing up. Mason raised his eyebrow at that, but didn't question me.

After walking straight past Callum's bedroom, I hurried downstairs, hoping to replace Sebastian in his office.

Something about him drew me in, and I knew that was wrong.

I knew it wasn't healthy- he had hurt me

I guess I had hurt him too, in a sense.

We were both in the wrong.

<< Sebastian? >> I called out weakly. I found myself walking towards the back of the house, where the door was slightly ajar. I tensed at that, and pulled my sweatshirt closer to my body, hoping to retain some amount of warmth.

I cautiously opened the door, and was greeted by an icy wind, along with a very unfortunate sight. Sitting on the patio steps, Sebastian looked as if he were observing the stars, but the bottle of whiskey in his hands told me otherwise.

<< Sebastian ? >> I asked, stepping closer to him. He head turned in my direction, and I let out a shocked yelp when he stood up and faced me, much too quickly for a drunk person.

He pushed our bodies backwards, until my back made contact with the brick wall. His arms trapped me there, but his body provided me with a shield against the wind.

His full, plump pink lips parted, and his husky voice slipped out of his mouth. << I am no angel, that's for sure. But despite what you think, I'm no monster either. >>

<< Actually, I guess you could say I am a monster, » he said quietly, << but I don't want to be a monster to you. >>

My breath hitched in my throat and I pushed back into the wall. I tried to escape, but Sebastian easily had me caged between his muscled body and the wall.

<< You have a light in you, Evelyn Claire Summers. >>

I stared at him in a state of shock, frozen against him.

<< I have been putting that light out with my darkness, >> he said, << when I should been protecting it. >>

I nearly choked on air when he leaned down, his eyes softly closing, his lips meeting mine.

Sebastian King was kissing me, slowly and passionately.

It was sweet, minty, and addicting.

When he pulled away, he rested his head against mine, and realization set in for me.

<< You didn't resist me, »> Sebastian said, a pleased look crossing his features.

<< You're not drunk. >> My eyes were wide and my heart was racing.

Sebastian leaned in once more, so that my body was flush against his.

And then, with a playful yet seductive tone, he uttered one word.

<< Surprise ! »>>