Ivy had a perfect life thanks to her wealthy parents, until she became the victim of bullying by Aidan - a boy who despised her for her privilege. Ten years later, Ivy is the CEO of her father's company and seemingly has it all. But when she is kidnapped by The Red Vipers, a notorious Mafia organization, she discovers that the boss is none other than her childhood bully, Aidan Blackwood. Forced into becoming his mistress, Ivy must navigate her conflicting emotions towards Aidan as they both struggle with their past traumas and unexpected feelings for each other. Will Ivy hate Aidan forever, or will she give in to the twisted love they share?
Ivy
The moment my eyes fluttered open, a surge of excitement pulsed through me. I rolled over, glancing at the empty space beside me where Aidan usually lay.
Today was different, special—it was my birthday. I pushed off the sheets and sat up, heart thrumming with anticipation.
"Morning," I called out as I stepped into the kitchen. Aidan stood there, his back to me, his hands busy fixing his coffee. No sign of recognition flashed across his face—no 'happy birthday,' no smile. Just the clink of his spoon against the mug.
"Sleep well?" I asked, leaning against the counter, eyeing the calendar on the fridge where I had circled the date in red.
"Like a rock," he replied, not turning around. The steam from his mug rose in the air, disappearing without a trace—just like my hopes that he would remember.
"Big day today," I said, trying not to let the disappointment seep into my voice.