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A wicked grin spread across his face as Lucius walked towards his car. He had successfully convinced Autumn of his good intentions, and now he had her right where he wanted her. He pulled out his phone and dialed a number, his fingers tapping impatiently as he waited for the person on the other end to pick up.
"Hey man, what's up?" the voice on the other end asked.
"Hey, it's Lucius," Lucius replied with a grin. "You won't believe what just happened."
"What's that?" his cousin inquired. These men were vicious, tortured women and lived on their screams.
"I've got her, man," Lucius said with a chuckle. "I finally got her to let her guard down." Lucius, his father, and his uncles are well-known for many domestic violence cases. But like many other wealthy families, those allegations were swept under the rug. The rich and powerful hold all the cards, proving once again that money, indeed, does rule the world.
"You're kidding me, right?" his cousin was excited to taste that piece of Autumn's meat.
"Nope, dead serious," Lucius replied. "I've been playing the long game, and it's finally paid off. She thinks I'm nice and has no idea what I'm after." Lucius had spotted Autumn a month or two ago, following her movements. Her beauty attracted him, and he knew he would get a fair price for her in the market. Her beautiful skin would entertain the freaks he has at home. And he will not back down from collecting that money. After all, what is one more woman in the pile that he sacrificed?
He followed her and tracked her movements. That is how he was able to cross her path and fall under her bicycle for her to notice him. He used his job offer as a tactic to lure her into his trap, and it worked. Initially, he thought it would take him a long time to get her to agree, but with luck on his side. Autumn had applied to one of his subsidiaries, and now the task was a piece of cake for him.
"Damn, man, you really know how to work it," the voice on the other end said.
The voice on the other end laughed. "You never cease to amaze me, Lucius. Keep up the good work. We'll be in touch soon. I hope you will grant me a taste once you are done, huh?" he inquired, licking his lips.
Lucius ended the call and slipped his phone back into his pocket. He felt a rush of excitement course through his veins as he thought about what was to come. He would have Autumn, and there was nothing anyone could do to stop him.
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Autumn arrived at the coffee shop feeling both excited and nervous. She didn't know the company she applied for was Lucius's. Regardless, she was thrilled to have been selected for an interview. She spotted him sitting at a table near the back, looking handsome and charming.
Hi, Lucius," she said as she approached the table. "Thanks for meeting with me."
"Of course, Autumn," he said with a charming smile. "It's my pleasure. I'm always happy to help talented people like you find their way in business." Autumn felt a flutter of excitement in her chest at his praise. She sat across from him and sipped her coffee, waiting for him to continue.
"So, let's talk about the job," Lucius said. "I think you'd be a great fit for our marketing team. We're seeking someone with your skills and experience to help us with our latest project."
"That sounds great," Autumn exclaimed. "What would my responsibilities be?" the girl was ready to pick up anything, as long as it was decent and paid bills. Being hardworking is one of her major attractive traits. Lucius launched into a job description, listing the various tasks and projects she would be working on. Autumn listened intently, nodding along and asking questions when necessary.
As the conversation continued, Lucius gradually shifted the topic away from work and onto more personal matters. Autumn found herself charmed by his friendly demeanor and easy-going conversation. He asked her about her hobbies and interests and shared some of his own. He even complimented her on her appearance, telling her she looked beautiful today.
As they talked, Autumn's phone beeped with an incoming text message. She glanced down at her phone and saw a message from an unknown number: "Stay away from random men, my charming girl." For a moment, she felt a twinge of fear, fearing that her stalker is there trying to hurt her. But she quickly shook it off and focused back on her conversation with Lucius. She didn't want him whoever it was to dictate her life.
As they talked, Lucius continued to ask personal questions and make small talk. Autumn was drawn to his charm and charisma, feeling increasingly comfortable in his presence. Before she knew it, the conversation had shifted away from the job and onto more personal matters.
As they wrapped up their conversation, Lucius suggested they continue talking over dinner sometime. Autumn hesitated momentarily, unsure about his intentions, but ultimately agreed.
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Zyler stood outside the coffee shop, watching Autumn laugh and chat with Lucius. It took all of him not to go inside and drag her perky ass out and fuck her then and there. He had seen her ignore his text which pissed him off to the end of the earth. He will punish her for it later. But he couldn't help but wonder how happy and vivacious and pretty she looked. It was as if she were an angel in a world of darkness. And yet, here she was, with a man who planned to kidnap and torture her.
Zyler felt a fit of hot anger rising within him, but he quickly suppressed it. He needed to be strategic. He needed to find a way to eliminate Lucius without drawing too much attention to himself.
But as he watched Autumn, he felt something else stirring within him. It was a lust that he couldn't explain. He had never been attracted to someone like this before, especially not someone as innocent and pure as Autumn. It was as if the devil himself had been drawn to an angel.
He shook his head, trying to clear his thoughts. He couldn't afford to be distracted by his feelings. He needed to focus on the task at hand.
Zyler knew he had to eliminate Lucius, but he needed to be careful. He couldn't risk getting caught or drawing too much attention to himself. He would have to work secretly, using all his cunning and intellect to take down Lucius and protect Autumn.
As he walked away, he couldn't shake the feeling that he was too deep. He knew that this wasn't just lust. There was something more there, something that he couldn't quite put his finger on. But for now, he pushed those thoughts aside and focused on the task at hand.
Zyler sat in his car waiting for that bitch Lucius to show up when his consciousness spoke up. "You know, Zyler, it's unhealthy to obsess over someone like this. You're starting to sound like a psychopath," his consciousness remarked.
"Well, you know me, always striving for that perfect balance of charm and psycho," Zyler retorted with a smirk.
"But seriously, why are you so obsessed with this girl? Is it because she's a challenge? Or do you actually have feelings for her?" his consciousness probed.
Zyler let out a chuckle. "Feelings? Please. The only feeling I have for her is the joy I get from seeing the fear in her eyes. And as for the challenge, well, I do love a good challenge. It's just so much fun to see how far I can push her."
"You do realize that's not normal, right? Most people don't get joy from causing fear and tormenting others," his consciousness pointed out.
"Oh, come on. Where's the fun in being normal? Besides, it's not like I'm hurting anyone who doesn't deserve it," Zyler replied with a shrug. He told himself he would punish that angel for being what she was.
"Deserve it? What makes her deserving of your torture and torment? I know the answer, but I want to hear it from your mouth," his consciousness chimed in.
Zyler let out a sigh. "She's just so...perfect. And that's what bothers me. No one should be that perfect," he started sounding increasingly obsessed. He didn't like that she was perfect and innocent. He wanted to taint her, ruin her, and make her scared like a mouse running away from predators.
"You're a real piece of work, you know that?" his consciousness remarked.
Zyler just grinned in response. "Thanks. I take that as a compliment," just as he was about to indulge in more self-appreciation, he noticed Lucius walking out of the club into a dark alleyway.
As Lucius made his way down the dark alley, he felt a chill run down his spine. He couldn't shake the feeling that he was being followed. Suddenly, he heard the sound of footsteps echoing behind him. He turned around and saw a hooded figure approaching him.
"Well, well, well, what do we have here?" Zyler's voice boomed as he stepped out of the shadows. "A scared little rat trying to scamper away from the big bad world."
Lucius tried to wrench himself free, but Zyler's grip was like a vice. "Who are you? What do you want?" he stuttered.
"Oh, just a friendly neighborhood psycho looking for some new playthings," Zyler replied, a wicked grin spreading across his face. "And I must say, you look like quite the interesting specimen."
Lucius tried to put up a brave front, but his voice trembled as he spoke. "I don't know who you are, but I suggest you let me go."
Zyler laughed mockingly. "Oh, I'm hurt. Don't you recognize me? I thought my reputation preceded me. But no matter, I'll be sure to make a lasting impression on you."
Lucius tried to fight back, but it was like hitting a brick wall. Zyler effortlessly overpowered him, throwing him to the ground and pinning him there. "You know, you're not the first person to try and take me down," the hooded figure said, his voice dripping with sarcasm. "But I have to say, you're definitely the most pathetic," at those words, Lucius tried to struggle and knead Zyler in his gut, but he effortlessly dodged it.
"Now, now, don't be so rough," Zyler taunted as Lucius struggled to break free. "We're going to have so much fun together," he smirked acrimoniously. As Lucius continued to struggle, Zyler's expression grew more and more sadistic. "I do so love it when they try to resist. Makes it all the more satisfying when I break them."
With a final triumphant smirk, Zyler delivered a decisive blow to Lucius's head, rendering him unconscious. As he dragged the limp body away into the darkness, he couldn't help but chuckle to himself.
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"Let me go, let me fucking go," Lucius ordered around Zyler while he looked impassive. "I am Bane Maddox's son," he struggled out of the ropes.
Zyler chuckled as he watched Lucius squirm in the chair. "Oh, Bane Maddox's son, how impressive. You really think that means anything to me?" He leaned in closer to Lucius, his voice dripping with sarcasm. "Let me tell you something, kiddo. In this room, you're just another helpless little mouse," he watched Lucius's eyes grow wider at this.
Lucius gritted his teeth and struggled against the ropes binding him to the chair. "You have no idea who you're messing with," he spat out.
Zyler rolled his eyes. "Oh, I'm sure your daddy is a real tough guy. But in case you haven't noticed, you're not exactly in his league right now." He gestured around the dingy, dimly lit room. "This is my world, not his," he sat on the edge of the table like a fucking king he is.
Lucius sneered at him. "You're nothing but a common criminal. You think you're so tough, but you're just a thug," Zyler's hood concealed from revealing his identity, not that it mattered, but he loved to play this guessing game.
Zyler laughed. "Oh, I'm much more than that. I'm an artist, really. A master of pain and suffering." He pulled out a switchblade and twirled it between his fingers. "And you, my friend, are my latest masterpiece."
Lucius paled as Zyler traced the blade along his cheek. "Please, I'll do anything," he begged.
Zyler leaned in closer. "Anything?" he mused. "Well, that's very tempting. But I think I prefer my victims to have a little more spine," he pressed the blade a little harder, drawing a thin line of blood. "So, Bane Maddox's son, what do you have to offer me?"
"Who are you, man?" Lucius tried hard to make sense of who this man was.
Lucius's eyes widened in shock as Zyler slowly pulled down his hood, revealing his face. He couldn't believe his eyes. He knew Zyler as a renowned philanthropist and charitable donor, but the man standing in front of him was far from innocent.
Fear gripped Lucius as he realized the gravity of the situation. He had heard stories about Zyler and his notorious reputation as a brutal killer, but he never thought he would come face to face with him. Lucius tried to gather his thoughts and speak, but his mouth was dry, and he couldn't find the words.
Zyler's cold gaze bore into Lucius, and he smirked, seeing the fear in his eyes. "Surprised to see me, Lucius?" he beamed.
Lucius couldn't speak, but his eyes spoke volumes. He knew he was in trouble, and there was no escaping Zyler's clutches. He tried to compose himself and muster the courage to say, but the fear was overwhelming.
Zyler approached Lucius, his steps echoing in the empty warehouse. He leaned in close to Lucius's ear and whispered, "You should be afraid, Lucius. You made a grave mistake, and now, you will pay the price."
Lucius trembled in fear, knowing that his life was in Zyler's hands. He closed his eyes, hoping it was all a bad dream, but the reality of the situation hit him hard. He knew he had to accept his fate and face the consequences of his actions. He stumbled back, trying to get away from Zyler's grip. "What do you want from me?"
Zyler chuckled darkly, "I don't want anything from you, Lucius. But you, on the other hand, had some pretty big plans for Autumn, didn't you?" He tightened his grip on Lucius' arm. It was Lucius's turn to cower. How in the fuck did he know? How in the fuck did he even know that he was going to fuck Autumn and share her with his team. And more importantly, what was Zyler Stone doing with a nobody like Autumn? But no, he will not show his fear.
"I don't know what you're talking about. I was just talking to her," Lucius tried to play it cool.
Zyler raised an eyebrow, "Oh, really? And I'm sure you were just going to discuss the weather over dinner, too, right?" he let out a sarcastic laugh.
Lucius was starting to sweat. "Look, man. I don't want any trouble."
Zyler smirked, "Well, it's a little too late for that now, isn't it?" He shoved Lucius towards the dimly lit corner of the warehouse. "You see, Lucius, you messed with the wrong girl. And now, you're going to pay the price."
Lucius's eyes widened in fear as Zyler pulled out a knife. "Wait, wait, I didn't mean anything by it! I was just trying to have some fun."
Zyler's lips curled into a cruel smile, "Oh, don't worry, Lucius, we'll have plenty of fun. Just you and me." He lunged toward Lucius with the knife, and Lucius screamed in terror.
Zyler's eyes narrowed. "You think this is a game, Lucius? Trying to bring a woman to your place, beat them, scare them?" he was enjoying how terrifying Lucius looked.
Lucius shrugged. "Life's a game, man. You just have to know how to play it." Lucius tried to be brave and act all smug. If he were going to die, he would ensure he knows that Maddox's don't bend the wrong way.
Zyler chuckled. "Well, you certainly don't know how to play this game. Trying to take something that doesn't belong to you? That's just poor sportsmanship."
Lucius rolled his eyes. "Oh, spare me the lecture. You act like you're some sort of hero. But we both know that money rules the world, and you're just as greedy as the rest of us. Besides, why do you want her anyway? She has great boobs and lips. Apart from that, I am sure she isn't worth it. You can get bitter bitches," a bone-crunching noise echoed in the room, crushing Lucius's nose.
Zyler's lips curled into a smirk. "Oh, I never said I wasn't greedy. But at least I have a taste. You, on the other hand, are like a kid in a candy store. You want everything, but you have no idea what to do with it once you have it."
"You don't know anything about me," Lucius scowled.
"I know enough. You're a small-time player trying to make a big score. But you're in way over your head, like a needy bitch. And now, you're going to pay the price," Zyler shrugged.
He stepped closer to Lucius, his eyes glittering with malice. Lucius tried to back away, but there was nowhere to go. He was trapped, like a rat in a cage. Zyler chuckled. "Don't worry, Lucius. This won't hurt a bit...for me, anyway."
"Why do you care, man? You don't kidnap for a girl. You certainly don't kill for a girl," Lucius exasperated.
Zyler chuckled, "You're right, Lucius. I'm not really in the kidnapping business. I'm more of a torturing and killing kind of guy. But hey, thanks for the suggestion."
Lucius's face turned pale as he realized the gravity of the situation. "Come on, man. I didn't mean it like that. I was just joking. Let me go, please. I won't bother Autumn again. I swear," he begged like a dog about to be brutally chopped to pieces.
Zyler gave him a sinister smile. "Oh, I believe you, Lucius. And you know what? I'm feeling generous today. I'll let you go. But only after I teach you a little lesson," he was giving the man hope, the hope of survival.
Zyler's grip tightened around Lucius' throat as he leaned in close, his eyes gleaming with a manic rage. "You thought you could just snatch Autumn away from me? You're not getting off that easily, buddy," he growled.
Lucius struggled to gasp for air as Zyler's grip constricted his windpipe. "Please, I didn't mean anything by it. Let me go," he pleaded, his eyes darting around the dimly lit warehouse.
Zyler chuckled darkly. "Let you go? Oh no, my friend. I have plans for you," he sneered, pulling out a rusty old knife from his pocket. "You see, I love hearing my victims scream. And I have a feeling you're going to scream quite nicely."
Lucius' eyes widened in terror as Zyler slowly traced the blade of the knife across his cheek, leaving a thin line of blood in its wake. "Now, let's have some fun, shall we?" Zyler said with a twisted grin.
Zyler approached Lucius with a twisted grin on his face. "Now, now, Lucius. Let's not be hasty here. You wanted to play rough with Autumn, and now it's your turn to get a taste of the action," he said, cracking his knuckles.
Lucius struggled against his restraints, but it was no use. He was trapped at the mercy of this deranged man. "You can't do this! I'll call the police!" he shouted, his voice trembling with fear. How fucking silly, this mother fucker thinks he could call the police on him.
Zyler just laughed in response. "Oh, Lucius, you're such a jokester. Do you really think the police will come to this abandoned warehouse? Besides, I have a feeling you won't be calling anyone after this," with that, Zyler began his brutal interrogation. He asked Lucius questions about his plans for Autumn, but Lucius refused to talk, even as Zyler turned up the intensity of his torture.
Finally, after what seemed like hours of pain and suffering, Lucius could take no more. He broke down and spilled everything he knew. Zyler listened intently, his eyes gleaming with anger.
"She isn't anything special, man. Let me go," he sobbed harder.
Zyler's eyes darkened, and his jaw clenched as he heard Lucius' words. His whole demeanor changed, and he seemed to transform into a demon before Lucius' eyes. He slammed his fist down on the table with a force that made Lucius jump in his chair, and his voice was a low, menacing growl as he spoke.
"Autumn isn't worth it?" Zyler repeated, his eyes blazing with fury. He will make his death painful and noteworthy for this. He had no idea why he jumped into a demonic mode when he said Autumn wasn't unique or worthy.
Lucius looked up at Zyler, a sarcastic smirk on his face. "You think Autumn wants you?" he scoffed. "You're delusional, Zyler. She's just a pawn in your little game, and you're too blinded by your obsession to see it. Face it, she doesn't want you, and she never will." Lucius knew how to enrage a man, and he did.
Zyler's face twisted in anger, and he lunged toward Lucius, grabbing him by the throat and lifting him off the ground. "She is mine," he roared.
He tightened his grip, cutting off Lucius' air supply, and his eyes blazed with fury. "You're going to pay for your insolence, Lucius. You're going to suffer as you've never suffered before."
With that, he threw Lucius to the ground, pulling out a knife from his pocket. He advanced towards him, his eyes fixed on his prey, ready to unleash his anger in a violent display of dominance.
Lucius tried to scramble away, but Zyler was too quick for him. He grabbed him by the collar of his shirt and pulled him towards him, the tip of the knife pressed against his cheek.
"Remember this moment, Lucius," he said, his voice low and menacing. "Remember who you're dealing with and remember what happens to those who cross me." With that, he plunged the knife into Lucius' shoulder, causing him to cry out in pain. He twisted the blade, relishing in the sound of Lucius' screams, before pulling it out and tossing it aside.
Lucius lay on the ground, whimpering in agony, while Zyler stood over him, a cruel smile on his lips. With that, Zyler drew a knife from his belt and plunged it into Lucius's chest, silencing his screams forever. As he wiped the blood from his hands, Zyler couldn't help but smile. Another problem had been resolved, and he was one step closer to his ultimate goal.
He chopped his head, packing it up for his little woman to see he doesn't make ideal threats. This will be her warning not to encourage men and let them near her. He will make sure she gets it.
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He committed murder, a cold-blooded murder. He killed people for many reasons, mostly because he felt like it, but never out of jealousy. This is the first time he killed someone because he was fucking jealous of the thought that this bastard Lucius could have his hands on Autumn. Does he feel bad about it? Fucking no. "What else is this girl going to make me do?" his mind thought.
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