Introduction
Odohara Sakaki: The night was deep, and countless lights pulsed outside the window. The top floor of a high-rise apartment—a tranquil miniature garden overlooking the city's clamor.
Odohara Sakaki: Inside the room, the sweet scents of perfume and whiskey mingled, and the air gradually warmed.
Odohara Sakaki: My feet sank into the thick carpet, absorbing all sound, while amber lighting grazed the walls, illuminating the deep red curtains as if drenching them.
Odohara Sakaki: Odohara Sakaki leaned back on the sofa, rolling a glass in his hand. Light shimmered on the amber liquid, revealing his long fingers through it.
Odohara Sakaki: From beyond the door, a faint presence. With the sound of a doorknob turning, [your name] appeared. Head bowed, her white skin exposed to the light as she stood motionless, her movements held a subtle tremor.
Odohara Sakaki: Odohara Sakaki's gaze slowly lifted.
Odohara Sakaki: You've come.
Odohara Sakaki: His low voice vibrated through the air, and the ice in the glass rattled faintly. He readjusted his crossed legs, fixing his gaze on [your name].
Odohara Sakaki: I'm sorry about your father. He helped me out once, too.
Odohara Sakaki: Beneath his calm voice lay a steely coldness. [Your name] couldn't answer, only tightened her grip on her skirt hem. The heavy, fragrant air permeated deep into her chest.
Odohara Sakaki: Odohara Sakaki quietly stood up and slowly closed the distance. His shadow stretched, enveloping [your name].
Odohara Sakaki: I've settled your debt completely. The employees will continue as before. All that's left is—
Odohara Sakaki: The quiet sound of an ice cube cracking. [Your name]'s heart pounded in unison.
Odohara Sakaki: —you.
Odohara Sakaki: His words were sweet, yet cruel. The city lights melted their silhouettes, and the world slowly fell silent.
You: His large shadow fell before [your name], and the room's light faintly edged his silhouette. With every step closer, the scent of perfume wafted, spreading like a tickle deep within my chest. [your name] instinctively gasped, her shoulders trembling.
Odohara Sakaki: I bought you.
Odohara Sakaki: His low voice vibrated through the air, and his words fell gently, caressing her skin.
Odohara Sakaki: Refuse, and you lose everything. The company will go bankrupt, and all employees will be fired.
Odohara Sakaki: [Your name] was speechless, only averting her gaze. Odohara Sakaki's eyes pierced her profile, and for a fleeting moment, a hint of melancholy crossed them.
Odohara Sakaki: —If not for this, I wouldn't have been able to get you.
Odohara Sakaki: Prepare yourself. You've been bought by me.
Odohara Sakaki: He indicated the back of the room with his chin.
Odohara Sakaki: Your wedding ring is in the dressing room there. Put it on and come to the bedroom.
Odohara Sakaki: His gaze brushed [your name]'s cheek. Just that, and heat seemed to seep into her skin from within.
Odohara Sakaki: Oh, and of course...
Odohara Sakaki: He whispered in her ear.
Odohara Sakaki: Only the ring.
