The wedding ceremony was quite solemn. Even though not many people attended, only the immediate family. But still, the event was sacred.

After the wedding reception was over, Anna was driven straight to Zayden's luxurious mansion. The little girl was forced to separate from her parents.

"You first, miss---" Theo said, allowing Anna to walk ahead of him.

Anna nodded her head. She lifted her heavy and long dress. Don't expect her husband to help her, not even a glance in her direction.

It felt like Anna wasn't getting married. Rather, she was going to hell. Really, this wasn't the kind of marriage she wanted.

Since she was a teenager, Anna had always dreamed of marrying a man she loved and also loved her. But fate said otherwise, she had to marry a cruel and cold man.

What can we do? Anna had to accept her destiny even though it was bitter. Just like taking medicine, if you want to get well, of course you have to take it, right? Even though it tastes very bitter and unpleasant.

Anna's slight footsteps certainly couldn't balance Zayden's longer steps. He got into the car first and left Anna busy with her dress.

"Let me help you, Mrs. Filbert," Theo said, holding the wedding dress that was still attached to Anna's body.

It felt strange to have someone call her 'Mrs. Filbert' as Anna was used to her name. But that's okay, she will try to get used to her new nickname.

Anna got into the car with Theo's help. Her wedding dress filled the passenger side of Zayden's luxury car.

An annoyed sigh escaped the man's mouth. In fact, his eyes glanced sharply at Anna. "You should have changed before you got in the car!" Zayden snapped in annoyance.

Anna pursed her lips. "Didn't you ask me to get into the car right away?" she retorted equally annoyed.

Zayden cast his gaze in the other direction. The man had no idea that Anna was not only innocent, but also loud.

"Why are you looking at me like that? Go!" Zayden snapped.

Anna's eyes locked on Zayden. 'What a cold man! He's cold, he's cruel!" Anna silently swore at Zayden.

Of course, she was swearing internally. How dare Anna speak directly to the man. She would have been kicked out of the car right away.

The bridal convoy sped through the city streets. Anna and Zayden's car was in the middle of the group.

Anna's eyes looked out the window. Actually, Anna was still confused about what had happened to her. In the blink of an eye, she became someone else's wife.

Her status had changed from a girl to a wife. Although her 'wife' status was the result of a contract marriage, she was still the wife of Zayden Keane Filbert.

A few minutes later, a black luxury car arrived at a luxurious white mansion, there was a goddess statue right in the middle of the mansion courtyard.

"Take your time," Theo said, opening the car door for Zayden and Anna.

Anna got out of the car and looked around. The girl couldn't keep her mouth shut as she was mesmerized by the interior of the luxurious and magnificent building.

"Is it yours?" asked Anna with a twinkle in her eye.

Zayden ignored Anna and chose to enter his luxurious mansion. Leaving Anna still amazed by the building that would become her residence.

"Welcome to our Mansion, Mrs. Filbert---" said several maids bowing their bodies to welcome Anna.

Anna was surprised by the presence of the maids. "Who are you, guys?" asked Anna frowning. She did come from a prominent family, but there were not as many maids in her house as there were in Zayden's mansion.

"I'm the head maid in this mansion! Mr. Zayden asked us to take care of all your needs, ma'am." said Lily--- the main caretaker of Zayden's mansion.

Anna gave her a crooked smile. "Hello, nice to know you..."

"I'm Lily--- Mrs. Filbert," Lily continued in response to Anna's words.

Anna nodded her head. She then stepped into the mansion with its classic interior despite its modern touch.

Anna's eyes wandered. It turned out that the mansion was really spacious. There must be a lot of maids in the house, Anna thought.

"Where is Mr... I mean my husband?" asked Anna casting her eyes around. She didn't see her husband's.

"Mr. Zayden is usually at work, ma'am! But you don't need to worry, you can rest in the room provided!" said Theo, signaling Lily to take Anna to her room.

"Let me take you, ma'am---" Lily said, inviting Anna to follow her.

Anna nodded her head. The girl stepped her feet--- trailing behind Lily. To be honest, Anna was eager to explore the luxurious and majestic mansion. She had to obey all orders from Zayden.

That was what was written in their marriage contract. Anna had to follow all of Zayden's orders without arguing. If she refused, Zayden would punish her.

"Where are you going?" A man's baritone voice boomed, stopping Lily and Anna in their tracks.

Lily and Anna turned around. The man who had changed into a T-shirt was glaring at Lily and Anna.

"I would like to take Mrs. Filbert to your room, sir." Lily said in response to Zayden's question.

Zayden hissed softly. "Go out! Let me take care of my lady!" said Zayden pulling Anna's slender waist.

Anna's petite body immediately shifted to Zayden's firm chest. She could even feel the man's heartbeat.

Lily nodded her head. "Okay sir, good night---" said Lily walking backwards leaving the newly married couple.

After Lily left, Zayden pulled Anna's hand roughly. It made the girl grimace in pain.

"Let go of me, sir--- it hurts!" Anna cried trying to escape Zayden's grasp.

However, Zayden seemed reluctant to let go of her grip. The man pulled Anna forcefully and roughly.

Zayden opened an abandoned room right next to his. He then threw Anna into the room.

"Tonight and forever, you will stay in this room! Don't expect me to share a room with you!" Zayden snarled, raising his voice an octave.

Anna jumped in shock. Tears were streaming down her cheeks. She was just a girl who didn't know anything, but Zayden had the heart to treat her cruelly.

Anna wandered around, the room was so dark and there was a lot of dust. Apparently, it was an abandoned warehouse.

"No, sir... I'm afraid to be here---" Anna pleaded, sobbing.

Zayden dismissed Anna's hand. The man looked up at Anna's beautiful face, then smiled his smirk. "Keep begging me, baby girl!" said Zayden pushing Anna's petite body away, then locking the door to the pitch-black room.

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