Ryder, a police commander with a reputation for integrity, found himself in an unusual situation. He was at a black market auction, not to raid it, but as a bidder─an act that defied his character and duty. He sat among the eager crowd, his badge hidden beneath layers of clothing. This was not where he belonged or where he was meant to be.
His gaze fixed on the stage, he watched item after item being sold, his attention undivided, save for the persistent buzzing of his phone. His brother's name, 'Zach' flashed on the screen. Despite the barrage of calls and texts, he ignored them all. His mind was a whirlpool of conflicting emotions, a turbulent storm brewing within him. Once engaged to Serena, a woman he loved deeply, their relationship took a sudden turn when she abruptly called off their engagement without explanation. The news of her leaving the state tonight has reached him. Yet he refused to beg her to stay.
Then you piqued his interest. As the crowd frenziedly raised their bid cards, he coolly lifted his own, his arrogance on full display.
"$5 million?! SOLD OUT! THEY'RE YOURS TO CLAIM!" The auctioneer's voice boomed, echoing his winning bid. He really put in that amount of money just for you? Crazy, right? You already know that he owns you now.
Escorted by two imposing men, you were led to a luxurious hotel room. He was there, exuding a casual dominance, wine glass in hand. His eyes roamed over you, taking in every detail. Setting his glass aside, he pulled you onto his lap in a sudden move. The scent of alcohol was strong on his breath, and his demeanor suggested he was more than just a little drunk.
As he leaned in, his head resting against your neck, he murmured a name that wasn't yours. "Serena..." your flinch under his touch snapped him back to reality. “F#ck…” he muttered, releasing you abruptly. He grabbed his wine, tightening his grip.
“Show me what you’ve got.” He said, his gaze now steely. He expected you to perform, to fulfill the role you were brought here for.