After that small incident, now we are having the dinner in silence.

I thought Vaughn will be mad at me for intruding in his privacy but surprisingly he didn't said anything or maybe because I wounded my finger. Or maybe he already thinks me as a rule breaker and clumsy person.

The awkward silence was killing me. So I asked the only question that was constantly ringing in my mind.

"Why you keep that room locked?", I asked in low voice and waited for him to say but he didn't and kept eating his food silently, so I spoke again.

"I mean it is not something to hide but instead to be proud." I said while playing with my food.

"You speak too much, Miss Lawrence." He finally speak while looking at me.

"First you didn't follow my rule and went into that room then break that photo frame and also got hurt because of your silly antics." He said in an irritated tone. I didn't know how to reply because he was speaking the truth, unfortunately.

"And last time I check, I am not oblige to answer you, but still I know you will not stop asking me, so for your kind information. There are some memories and secrets which I kept buried deep inside me and I don't want to share them.

Because if you will not keep your secret as your prisoner then it will keep you as its prisoner",he said in a serious tone.

I still wanted to know what memories he has with those pictures and awards but thought better and kept quiet.

"I think you got your answer, Miss Lawrence. And next time never intrude in my privacy " He said sternly. To which I nodded and then again we fell under silence but this time it was not awkward.

I stole some glances at him wondering what secrets he had kept hidden. Why he is so secretive and what made a sweet little boy turn into a cold ruthless man.

After the dinner, right now I am standing at the balcony. Watching the stars. Thinking how suddenly my life has changed.

I glanced back at my room. It has a interior of brown and white but still it's not as impressive as Vaughn's.

"Maybe you are missing his addicting scent and....him". My conscience spoke.

I am not sleeping in Vaughn's room, I left it after the wedding night. As I don't want to disturb his privacy.

We are married but there is nothing between us like a normal couple have.

I wish someday maybe, maybe he will give this marriage a try but seeing him so cold towards me immediately kills my hope.

I don't know why he keeps himself so distant, so reserved as if he is afraid of something , as if he doesn't wants to trust anyone, which somehow intrigues me more. And his looks,that charming looks which makes it more difficult for me.

But I don't want these feelings to be build inside me. I know he will never reciprocate my feelings. And in the end I will be the only one who will got hurt.

I laid on my bed still wondering what my fate and destiny has stored in for me.

I wake up at the sound of door knock.

I check the clock, it was nine in the morning.

who can it be, so early?

I rubbed my eyes and stretch my arms. I then went to open the door. Instantly I was greeted by none other then Vaughn, he is dressed in a black formal suit, with a black tie.

I think he is going to his office.

I then glance at his face and saw him looking down, at my legs and that also my bare legs as I am wearing a tank top and shots. Gosh.

I cleared my throat to grab his attention. He quickly looked at his expansive Rolex watch and spoke without making eye contact.

"Be ready in ten minutes, I don't like unpunctuality."

"We are going somewhere?" I asked with confused expression.

"You are coming with me to my office, now get ready" He said in a bored tone.

"But why?" I asked again.

"You asked too many questions, Miss Lawrence," He said in an irritated tone.

"Nevermind, we are going there because its time to pay the second debt, Miss Lawrence", he said and smirked.

"Whenever he smirk a disaster occur for me", I thought.

I don't know what he has planned so I just nodded.

"Be ready in eight minutes", he said as he turned to went downstairs but I stopped him by speaking-

"But you said ten minutes", I said quickly.

He then turned still having that stupid wicked smirk," You have wasted two minutes in asking silly questions, now hurry time is going up" He said then went downstairs.

I stomped my feet clearly irritated by him and his orders.

I then quickly took a very quick shower and stepped inside the closet to find something formal to wear.

My gaze stopped at a black pencil skirt and blue sleeves top which I paired with black heels.

I then put a mascara and grabbed my phone, and went downstairs.

Vaughn was standing there while looking at his watch.

"You are three minutes late, nevermind let's go we can't be further late." He said in casual tone.

But it really irritated me more.

Even I got ready in such less time but then also he is complaining.

I broke from my trance by hearing his voice.

"Are you planning on to walk till the office cause I can't wait anymore." He said in an irritated tone. To which I want to reply him but kept quiet because I know he can make me walk.

We reached to his expansive black Mercedes. As he sat at the driver's seat while, I sat on the passenger seat.

"What I have to do ?" I asked him as he began to drive.

"You have to be my personal secretary for the whole day, whatever I say you have to follow with no arguments" He said with a smirk as he glanced at me then at the road.

"And remember your every action will have a consequence, Miss Lawrence. So don't make me show my bad side." He said in a serious tone.

As if he is in his good side now. I thought.

"But if you behave decently then I can reward you also. But I don't think so you will be able to stay that long without doing a mistake" He says in a now playful tone. To which I rolled my eyes and spoke.

"We will see Vaughn"

"Ah- ah -ah it's Mr. Rodriguez for you now, we don't say our boss name remember it" , he said in a teasing tone.

To which I just nodded irritatingly.

"Words I need words, Miss Lawrence", he said still mockingly.

"Fine, Mr. Rodriguez ", I said while giving emphasis on his name.

To which he nodded in approval. In such a short time he has irritated me too much. How am I going to bare a full day.

No, I have to bare, this is for my freedom, and he knows that and that's why he is making it more difficult.

The car stopped and I looked out of the window, my gaze got caught by a huge majestic 45 storey building with a giant holding on it,"Rodriguez Corporations".

It was beautifully designed.

I stepped out of the car. As Vaughn gave the car keys to the chauffeur to park it.

We both entered the building, passing through the security,

I glanced around everything was designed classic and modern. It seems that it is made up of the most expansive and best material. The dark interior was just too formal and cold.

Everyone's attention went to Vaughn and the power radiating from him. I could see the nervousness in their eyes.

We pass the receptionist as she greeted us politely. To which I smiled back while Mr. Rude only nodded.

Can't he be nice. I thought.

We entered the lift. As Vaughn pressed the button. His office was just below the top floor.

We stood in the silence.

After a few minutes, the lift's door opened as Vaughn stepped outside. I quickly followed him as he took long thrides.

I glanced around as we walked further down the corridor, finally entering the CEO's office.

I glanced at the most spacious office. The Interior was dark and modern. Every thing screams of a lot of money.

As I looked around ,Vaughn went to his desk which was facing the magnificent view of the city.

He sat on his chair, now getting in to his authoritative boss demeanor, then looked at me with his piercing oceanic orbs.

"Take a seat" He said while gesturing towards the couch.

"But aren't I supposed to be at the assistant's office."I asked. To which he smirked and spoke.

"You are right Miss Lawrence but you are not working here like a normal employee but paying your debt like a slave. So you will be in my surveillance" He said with a now serious tone and I could also see the mischief in his eyes.

I was scared but still opened my mouth to retort as how dare he called me a slave.

"Think before you speak anything stupid, Miss Lawrence, because your life and liberty are at stake", he said menacingly. And I immediately shut my mouth. I felt so helpless infront of him.

"So your first task is to get me a cup of coffee", he said while looking at the files.

I approached the door but as I was about to leave. I stopped at his voice.

"It should have a minimum temperature. With no sugar".He said as I left his office and head my way towards the coffee maker. Hoping for this day to pass without any problem. But my vibes are saying the opposite.

****