CHAPTER 14- THE LITTLE WITCH

For How long was He kept under the cover, He had no idea. He was made to sit in a chair and his hands were tied to the back. For Lisa's sake, He kept his calm. The bag was finally off and He found himself in an empty room with a piano a few feet away from him and a stool for the performer. What was happening and where the hell was Lisa?

Just then, a woman in black came in.

My sincere apologies for the rough entry. It was Lisa wearing a smile as she approached him.

You're Not In Danger. He frowned.

You Tricked Me, Why?

Because I wanted to surprise you.

The Hell I'm Surprised. This Is Absurd Lisa.

Where's the fun in being normal? In acting like everyone else? I figured you're also.....unique?

It Depends On What Area.

You're arrogant Mr Lenshaw, it's about time someone taught you a lesson. She smiled, lifting his chin up with her finger, holding his gaze.

Loose The Ropes And I'll Have A Little Mercy On You.

Lisa smiled. No way, not until I'm done.

I Hold People Prisoner Darling, Not The Other Way Around.

There's a first time for everything. She said, leaving where He was and sitting in front of the piano.

How about I play you a riff?

A Riff...

I'll start with a nice little key A-minor, play the chord broken from bottom to top which gives us key A-C-E.

That's A Broken Triad.

Indeed and then a minor sixth note just one semitone above the fifth note....in this case, F.

Where The Hell Did You Learn That Technique? He asked, surprised. That was a tone used to torture Men to madness back in the days. It was so eerie, they would start to lose their minds.

For someone who plays horror hockey in their basement, I figured this wouldn't be too much for you to handle. She said, putting on her noise canceling headphones, even as a player, it would be dangerous for her to hear this.

Horror Hockey. He liked the way she put it.

Happy Birthday Hades.

She smiled before setting her fingers to work.

The music started off slow and soulful but within the next few minutes, it was a mix of whimsical and horror. Keeping her eyes closed in concentration all the while, she kept increasing the tempo, more whimsical less horror, less whimsical more horror, the tunes kept inter-lapping resulting in a beautiful horrifying mess!

One would think she was about to summon the deadliest demons with those tunes which was terrifying in every way....unless you're Hades Lenshaw ofcourse and finally a slow eerie finish. Lisa sighed, opening her eyes and taking off her headphones.

How was it...? She asked, but to her surprise, He was no longer seated, tied up. He was gone!

Hades? She stood to her feet, turning around only to find her body pinned against the piano.

How did you...get up?

I Torture People Cara Mia, Not The Other Way Around.

How does it feel to be proven wrong for the first time?

That Was A Birthday Gift So I'll Let You Go This Time.

You loved it didn't you?

I Love All Things Twisted And Insane.

Then maybe if I'm insane enough you'll come to love me?

Hades smiled at the desperation in her voice. Lisa...

I'm seriously in love with you Hades. I'm out of this world in love with you. She finally admitted, their bodies being this close was doing things to her brain.

Let's See...You Love Me Because?

I just do Hades. I can't even pin an explanation on it.

You're Breathing Too Heavily Lisa, Calm Down. He teased and she felt embarrassed.

I'm sorry...

What Exactly Do You Want Lisa?

I want us together. I want to be yours.

Mine?

Damn! Hearing him say that sounded so good. She nodded.

And By Mine, I Presume You Mean....His hand held firmly on her thigh, erupting a surprise gasp from her.

Est-Ce Correct Mon-Chérie?

(Am I Right, My Darling)

Damn it, He was speaking French, just when she thought the language couldn't sound any sexier, well unless you're Hades Lenshaw.

Oui!Oui! Tu es. (Yes!Yes! You are) she managed to voice out from the heat that was taking over her brain.

It Would Take A Whole Different Type Of Mental Disorder To Be Mine.

I don't mind

You Don't Know What I Am Lisa Just Who.

I don't mind Hades. He took his hand off but she slapped it right back on her hip with an "oh no you don't" sort of look.

Hades smirked. Bad Girl!

It sounded more like a growl, that made her insides vibrate.

I'd be anything for you. I'd even worship you if you want.

And What Would Dear Old Daddy Have To Say If He Caught You In Such A Position?

I don't give a bloody damn! I love you and I want you...

On The Piano. He cut in, she blinked rapidly, taken by surprise. He leaned further and whispered in her ear.

I Could Take On You Right Here, Right Now On The Piano.

Her throat dried up as every word deeper into her core, draining her of words. Then his face met hers. He was amused by the shock on her face.

Peut-être Une Aute Fois

(Maybe Some Other Time)

He said followed with a brief smirk.

It's Almost Midnight, Meet Me Outside.

What? She finally woke up from her dreamy nap.

We're Going Back To The Manor. Hades added, before exiting the room.

Lisa let out a breath she didn't even know she was holding all this while.

Maybe some other time.

The hell she was looking forward to that other time alright. What the hell just happened? Holy Molly! If this man doesn't get her dead some day, then she doesn't know what will.

Don't Ever Play A Prank Like That Again. Hades said, the minute He walked her to her bedroom door.

Why? Because you'd worry too much?

Because I Wouldn't Be Able To Tell If You're Actually In Trouble Or Not. Remember The Tale Of Cry Wolf?

He caused false alarm so many times that the day He was actually in trouble no one came to his aid because they thought he was playing a prank as usual.

I'm Glad You Remembered. No More Silly Pranks Understood?

Mhmm. She nodded.

That's Better.

Goodnight Hades.

It's 1AM.

Well good early morning in that case.

He smiled. Go In Already.

See you at dawn. She said, unlocking her door with its key.

And Lisa?

Yes..?

I Appreciate The Gesture.

Anytime.....

Four days passed before anyone knew it and it was back to Lisa smiling sweetly and shaking hands with the gentleman as they all got into their various cars and drove out of the manor. In thirty minutes, it was all empty leaving her and Hades.

That went well, Lisa heaved out a sigh. Come on Hades it's time we also leave.

Leave?

You didn't think I actually live here do you? This Manor is specifically for the show. We're going somewhere else.

So Where Are We Going?

Texas. That's where I live and we're re going by plane.

Your Grandfather's Project...

....It's also in Texas.

I See.

HOUSTON, TEXAS

2:45pm

Long after arriving from the airport, they were now driving down town for a few more minutes until they finally arrived at a luxurious duplex. Not as big as the manor but it was magnificent in its own way.

Tadaa! We're here

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Aaaaarghhhh!!! Oh my God!!

That was Lisa's screech echoing the entire house the afternoon of the next day. All the house servants had gathered and she was seen in only a pink two piece bikini, standing by the pool staring frantically inside the water.

What's the problem Miss Valentino?

Is something wrong ma'am?

My...my earrings! My diamond earrings! Gone! it's fucking gone! Where's that goddamn butler!

He's upstairs ma'am.

Get him here this instant!

Right away, ma'am.

Oh my goodness, I can't lose them!

You sent for me madam?

SLAP!

That was Lisa's palm on his face, successfully transferring her aggression to the poor man in his mid forties.

Are you still glaring at me?! She yelled.

I'm sorry madam, He immediately held his head low.

How is it possible that I hire a bunch of incompetent losers! She yelled. All of you nothing but wretched set of losers!

The other servant also held their heads low, not wanting to further aggravate her whilst wondering amongst themselves what connection had the missing diamonds to their work status but that was just Lisa always looking for a way to pin the blame on someone else when things went sour. Just then the gate opened and Hades could be seen driving in, He had gone off to her grandfather's work site earlier that day and He was surprised to see her in a fit of rage.

What's Going On? He asked.

She immediately hugged him, sobbing.

What's Wrong?

I was having a swim and then when I got out of the water, I couldn't find my earrings anymore.

Is That Why You're So Upset?

You don't understand those were diamonds and big daddy gifted me them on my last birthday. I can't afford to lose them now! Hey you! She yelled at the butler. What are you waiting for? Get in the damn water and look for them!

Right away madam. The butler immediately took off his sleeve and plunged into the water.

Lisa...Hades sighed. It's Enough, There's No Need For The Rants, I'll Get You New Ones.

No!

Okay The Exact Same Ones, Just Sketch Them Or Show Me A Picture.

As much as his words tickled her insides, she still couldn't agree.

You don't understand darling, my earrings were a limited edition and the company stopped making those a long time ago.

Brand? He asked.

H. Winston.

It's Settled, I'll Get Them To Make The Exact Same Ones For You.

You can't do that! She protested but then kept calm and thought for a while.

Can you?

Hades met her question with a smile.

Even if you can, what makes them special was because my Pa gave them to me not because of the diamonds they were made of.

It's A Large Pool Lisa, He Might Not Be Able To....

.....Then he'll just have to keep looking. He's the house butler, isn't that what I pay him for?

Fine, Have It Your Way.

Thank you. I knew you'd understand. She said, smiling sweetly and leaning taller. Hades had to lean down a bit so she could be able to reach his cheek and plant a kiss there.

I missed you

Did You?

Mhmm. She nodded, smiling. Let's go inside. She added, picking up her robe from the lounger and wearing it over her bikini.

Darling? She called.

Mhmm?

How are things going at the construction sure?

Well Enough.

Could you take me with you tomorrow?

No It's Dangerous, Besides, It's No Place For A Lady.

I just wanted you to drop me off at Fiona's and pick me up when you get back.

If That's What You Want.

Yes thank you.

We're Going To Have To Talk About You Wearing Bikinis Around The House.

Oh?

This Isn't The Beach And Let's Not Mention You've Got Male Servants.

Lisa blushed. Was he getting jealous?

And why should I stop? The pool is meant for swimming.

How Often Do You Swim?

As often as I can. Freetime perhaps.

Free Time.

The word made him smile.

Then Get Ready Because You, Moi-Chérie Would Be Doing A Lot Of Swimming Once We Get Back To New York.

Your house?

Mhmm

It has a pool? She asked, excitedly. Maybe He does love seeing her in a bikini.

No

Huh? Then how would I...?

There's A Tub Down My Basement.

What?

Remember When I Said I Loved All Things Twisted And Insane?

Yes?

Well...You Just Helped Me Figure Out A New Hobby.

Which is? She asked, smiling.

After I Kill My Victims I Usually Paint The Walls With Their Blood, How About This Time I Fill A Tub Large Enough With Their Blood, Then Sit Down And Watch You Swim In It? Since You Love Swimming So Much.

Wh..what the hell Hades?

You Just Said The Same Thing Twice.

What?

Hell And Hades Are The Same Thing And  Besides Red Would Do Wonders On Your Skin Lisa. Especially When It's Dripping Down.

For a while she could only stare up at him, speechlessly. Her brain was having a hard time processing the reality of his words with she trying hard to convince herself that He was only teasing.

Well? Would You Go Wearing Bikinis Around The House Again?

She moved her head sideways. No

That's Better... He said, walking off and leaving her in the corridor.

The next day, they had both gotten ready to leave the house and yes, her precious earrings were finally found after two hours of searching and right now they were in the car and she was wearing a pair of pink leather pants and a black shirt. She watched the Man with fascination as his eyes focused on the road, making her swim in blood huh? She thought. Suddenly she got a naughty idea.

What's it like where you live? She suddenly asked, out of the blue.

Beautiful And Cold. He said, curtly.

Just like him. she thought. Maybe because it's lacking a woman's presence. She said.

Hades only scoffed.

The last woman that came in, ending up running off with a gun at his head. That made him remember his little pet. He thought, smiling faintly. What was her name again? Oh yes, Allison Doreen. What could she be up to? Running around in chaos trying to find a way to pay back her father's debt, the unlucky bastard who invested eight hundred million into thin air. Well those were the ups and downs of business, in a twinkle of an eye one could lose everything. An entire empire. Just as He was lost in thoughts He could feel Lisa's hands creeping inside his lower tux.

He frowned at her.

Hands Off!

Rather, she smiled, staring at him sheepishly. She kept on fiddling with the bulk inside those pair.

Lisa...

She could see He was fighting back a groan. Yes darling?

What In The Devil's Name Are You Doing?

I'm bored and I needed something to play with. She pouted, feigning innocence.

For Fuck's Sake, Take Your Hands Off We're On The Bloody Highway. I Can't Afford To Lose Concentration.

She giggled. Don't mind me, just focus on the road Hades.

Shit! He cussed underneath his breath. She could care less as she kept squeezing, keeping her eyes fixed on his face.

Enormous.....He could hear her whisper, seductively.

Lisa Hands Off! He scolded this time but she wouldn't let go.

Lisa! He yelled, He couldn't afford to get aroused on the steering.

Focus on the stupid road and stop yelling.

That's Enough

No!

Are You Out Of Your Mind?

Hades look out!

CRASH!

It was a narrow escape from the incoming truck ahead that was about to crush them both. Hades was quick enough to swerve the car out of the lane, leading them to crash into a tree not far off but luckily the car wasn't damaged.

Oh thank goodness!

Look What You've Done.

I'm sorry. I just thought...

Fiona's House Isn't Far Off, Is It? He asked, cutting her off.

No it's not

Then Leave.

You're not mad at me are you?

No

Then why are you chasing me out of  the car.

Five....

What?

Four....

Was he giving her a countdown?

Three...

Fine! She opened the door and let herself out.

Hades watched the little witch, walk away from the car as she put a call to her friend. He started the car's engine and drove away.