chapter 1

DescriptionBlocking her wind pipe he pushed her to the wall behind and held her throat so hard that she thought she was going to die. Her eye balls went up almost losing her consciousness when he bent his head and spoke low in her ear gritting his teeth. "I DO NOT TOLERATE DISLOYALTY, MISS STELWART AND YOU INVOKED THE SLEEPING MONSTER IN ME BY SHOWING YOUR UGLY NATURE." Kissing her neck he inhaled her scent and released her with a jerk with an ache on his features. Aliza chokes on her breathe looking at the devil in front of her in fear and trembles in her tone. "Please believe me sir, I'm innocent." Charles looks down at the rise and fall of her pulsating chest. "NO MATTER WHAT I CANNOT STOP LOVING YOU AND I HATE MYSELF FOR THIS." Read Forced ( Love has different shades and one among them is pain.)PrologueIt was eight in the night. The work was always busy at Richmond Industries. With the last document stapled Aliza releases a huge sigh and walks to the CEO's office with the file in her hand.When she knocks at the entrance there came a deep voice of her boss "come in". The room was eerily dark when she opened the door. Aliza looked around the place in panic.Suddenly there was a spark of light through a lighter followed by a puff of smoke from his lips. He had lighted a cigarette. Aliza works as a secretary cum personal assistant to the notorious business man, the most feared mafia leader and underworld don Charles Rodriguez, the CEO of Richmond Industries."Aren't you paid well here Aliza?" His voice was smooth but she knew well the menace behind those effortless words. Aliza had been working for Charles Rodriguez since last three years. Her feat trembled in fear analyzing his possible conclusion."Answer me damn it! Aren't you paid here well?" His voice echoed between the silent walls of the dark room in a deathly gear. Aliza jumped on her legs in fright and trembled in her speech. "Ye....yes sir.""Then why did you sell our quotation of dock supplies to Reymond industries?" Aliza went pale at the lethal intonation of her boss. She gulped heavy and told him in a shivering voice. "Sir, i....it wasn't me. I did not know....""Then what is this?" A bunch of papers make a contact on her face flying in air and the next second he was in front of her like a fiend filled with vengeance. Aliza felt she was going to lose her consciousness in pallid after assimilation of the pernicious aura of her deleterious boss."Stop the blabbering nonsense." He yelled on her face. His features turning more red and eyes dropping the wild tornadoes. A shiver ran down Aliza's spine drinking in the dangerous aura of her demon boss.Blocking her wind pipe he pushed her to the wall behind and held her throat so hard that she thought she was going to die. Her eye balls went up almost losing her consciousness when he bent his head and spoke low in her ear gritting his teeth. "I DO NOT TOLERATE DISLOYALTY, MISS STELWART AND YOU JUST INVOKED THE SLEEPING MONSTER IN ME BY SHOWING YOUR UGLY NATURE."Kissing her neck he inhaled her scent and released her with a jerk with an ache on his features. Aliza chokes on her breathe looking at the devil in trepidation and shivers in her tone. "Please believe me sir, I'm innocent." Charles looks down at the rise and fall of her pulsating chest. "NO MATTER WHAT I CANNOT STOP LOVING YOU AND I HATE MYSELF FOR THIS.""Do not show me your face again ever in your life. You are dismissed from the job."***The temperature in California had dropped to a record low this year and the feeble clothes Aliza was putting on did little justice to her trembles accompanied with the heavy downpour. A sleek black Lamborghini Urus rushed through the gateway but Aliza stood rooted to her feet. It was a do or die situation to her.Aliza felt humiliation and shame for her helplessness. Guarding her last ounce of courage she yelled to the passenger window at the back of the car. "Sir I am not disloyal, I did not commit the breach." The car shifted its path and went away from beside her in full speed splashing the muddy flashes of water on her already wet dress.The next moment a white van stops a few feet away from beside her and two men in blue walk towards her. "You're under arrest Miss Aliza Stelwart for committing breach of contract in divulging secret information about The Richmond Industries to foreign firms."Handcuffs go attached to her wrists as she thought in distress. My life is destroyed and am caught for the pilferage I shouldn't have done. But Alas it was too late for the culpable acceptance.Chapter 1Aliza lives with her uncle and aunt since last twelve years. She lost her parents in a road accident when she was just six. Since then her paternal uncle had been taking care of her. Her aunt despises her since the beginning and refused to take the responsibility of her but since Aliza's mother was an orphan and had no other relation from her father's side she was helplessly left to the custody of her uncle.Aliza's aunt known to be a witch by her mentality took the optimum advantage of her impotent situation and used her as a house maid, cook and all purpose house cleaner. But Aliza was a hard worker since the beginning. After completing her house work she used to sit for study till late in the night and obtained the best grades in school.Five years back her uncle Nelson retired from work as a head supervisor from Messers Schroeder's & Co since then Aliza's problems increased manifold. The savings Nelson could make hardly sufficed to feed the four stomachs at home. Her's and her cousin brother's education were out of choice. As a result Aliza was forced to take over employment immediately after her school.*****Flashback.It was nine in the morning and like everyday Aliza took the newspaper daily and started circling the jobs that were suitable for her qualification. "Aliza, did you prepare the lunch box for your brother?" Her aunt yelled from the living hall painting her nails. Every day Aliza got up at five, prepared breakfast and lunch for all four of them and went prepared for the interviews after searching the daily. This routine had been continuing since a month leaving more despair to Aliza for each day passing."Do not lose hope so soon Ali." Her uncle patted her shoulder. With the breeze coming from the window the paper holding vacancies notification flew out of her hand and Aliza's vision accidentally fell on the top of the business column. It was a photo of a young and handsome entrepreneur. Aliza was instantly attracted by the charming Apollo and looked through the column to learn more. On the headlines words were pasted with clear blank ink in bold - The youngest and the most successful business man of the country swipes another record.Below was the photo was of the Adonis shaking hands with the president of US. Wow. Aliza was intrigued and read through the report. Charles Rodriguez, the CEO of Richmond Industries sweeps away the previous record of country's richest magnate with a turnover of more than 500 millions a month. Aliza's jaw dropped to the floor reading the business column. Can anyone be that rich in the world? Probably he is richer than the president of US. She thought implausible.She was too engrossed with the Apollo and his achievements that Aliza did not take notice of Andrew who went behind her fascinated to see what his sister was reading. "Hey sis" he asked surprised pointing to the young business man on the newspaper. "He came to our school just three days ago and gave a brilliant speech on self motivation at the assembly. That young man is very rich." Andrew remarked with his eyes wide and hands spread to explain the enormous wealth of the tycoon. "He donated a huge sum to our library and science lab and our principal was corps perdu to describe his achievements and generosity."The day and the next followed by many such days Aliza went around the streets of California searching for jobs. With the meagre education that she obtained no firm was ready to adopt her in a white collar job and the few that wanted to hire, paid very less that was insufficient even for a day's meal. With the days passing Aliza felt more distressed.Her uncle was jobless and at the age of sixty five nobody was ready to appoint him. The blow-ups of her aunt were increasing day by day. Aliza desperately needed an employment. Ten days later as she was once again looking through the daily, her eyes caught sight of Trident Pharma. The company was new but its turnover was magnificent. It was hiring personal assistant cum secretary to the CEO. Aliza was below qualified for the job. They wanted post graduates or least a graduate with minimum ten years of experience. Aliza was qualified for neither of them but she wanted to try her luck for the last time.If Aliza fails in the interview which is most probably destined she will take over the job of a waitress in a local restaurant. She had given them the interview two days ago and they were happy to give her the job. Though the shift was very long from morning six to night eight, at least they were to pay her a reasonable salary to secure a seat for her in the university and to help her brother continue his education.The next day morning, Aliza searched through her closet to find a decent dress to wear. But even after an hour of search she couldn't find one. Was she forced to empty her scholarship money that she reserved for registration fee of her university to a dress which may or may not secure her a job? Finally as though God wanted give her a boon her eyes landed on the bottom most drawer of her cupboard.On the top was a simple cream colored top her uncle presented her on her birthday just before his retirement. Aliza carefully secured the decent garment for emergency purposes. She was a petite woman which was a blessing in disguise for her. Else a top bought five years ago wouldn't fit her today.  She matched the top with black colored pants. Her brother stole his mother's shoes and gave it to her to compliment with the apparel. Aliza thanked him, put on minimal make-up using a black eyeliner, mascara and nude lipstick to make herself presentable. "You look gorgeous sis." Andrew complimented Aliza."She ruffled his hairs and told him. "Andrew the chances for me to grab this job are less than five percent but I want to give it a try least to secure your school fees. Wish me all the best." After taking the best wishes of her brother Aliza started off to her most improbable job search. Taking the cab ten minutes later she was in front of the most sophisticated high rise building. On the top of the superstructure proudly stood the letters 'The Richmond Industries'Aliza had applied for Trident Pharma but the cab driver was more than sure that he had dropped her at the exact address mentioned. Apprehensive, Aliza took cautious steps towards the reception and mentioned about her details to the receptionist. To her utter surprise and relief she was in the right location. Pressing the 17th floor she waited for the lift to reach her twiddling with her thumbs while clutching the file to her chest.The office felt extremely rich and costly. It oozed power and rule. Employees dressed in cosmopolitan suits and business wear scurried left and right in a hurry. Aliza felt like an underprivileged person to enter the high rise office.  On the ceiling was a huge crystal chandelier hanging. To one side were oak wood sofas. On the center table were many business magazines. The air conditioning was divine that could instantly make her fall asleep.The other end of the enormous lounge was a huge fridge which had a stock of delicious cakes and pastries. Just beside was a bar. For a moment Aliza thought otherwise and wanted to run away. She wasn't fit even to step into the building leave about securing the job. But her gut churning instinct said she had to do this, if not for her it was for her brother. Andrew deserved a good education. She thought and the lift pinged followed by the opening of the door.Looking ahead Aliza had a knock down of the world. The visitor's area was swarmed with more than hundred applicants. All of them represented rich families, polished and elegant. Aliza felt diffident and insecure at the costly place. Clutching her file to the chest she gave her name at the reception and occupied one of the seats cornering herself to the rear end of the room. She silently prayed the wall if only it could swallow her at the moment so that nobody could see her anymore.No sooner she sat down a girl came out dressed in a mini skirt wiping her tears. The next name was called and not even ten minutes had passed the candidate came rushing out as if driven by a tsunami. Then the third and the fourth. The list went on as the names were being addressed. But none of them could stay in the room for more than five minutes. Aliza wondered with fear and surprise. Was the man inside a tyrant? "That man is a monster. He doesn't know to behave. It is better you leave this place without seeing him." The last one before Aliza yelled to her.Aliza's feet were already trembling in fright. She had second thoughts to turn away from the interview but before she could run to the exit, her name was called. Alas she had no escape but to see the power sitting inside. "Come in" came a deep voice that sent shrills down her spine. With sweating hands Aliza walked inside the chilling room. He wasn't facing her but looking through the window. The immaculate black suit was perfectly tailored to suit the thick panes of his elegant shoulders. His hands were inside his pant pockets and his shining, gelled black hair was flawlessly trimmed just above his neck.Aliza gulped heavy feeling cold shivers radiated by his dominating aura. "If you are here to show me your body, you can leave. I'm already running short of my time." He spoke not even sparing her a glance still gazing through the window. His voice held power, authority and most importantly a control that could make a person go pale in a matter of seconds. "Excuse me?" Aliza asked taken aback. She wasn't able to accept what she was hearing.The man turned around and Aliza's breathe went struck in her throat.The young CEO she had seen a few days ago in the news daily was the same person standing in front of her. Was she in the right office? Photos did little justice to his arresting virility. He was much more attractive in person. "Stop gawking like a hawk. Haven't you seen a man ever in your life?" He affronted going more irritated seeing the shock in her eyes.Aliza coughed restless and the man pushed the water glass on the table towards her. "I'm sorry sir. I'm here for the interview of the personal assistant and secretary. I think I have entered the wrong room, I think I heard you wrong....." She went blabbering in pensiveness. "Will you stop the prattle? You are in the right place." The man pitched high at her."Well Ms Aliza Stelwart...." He looked down at the candidates list placed down on his desk to address her by her name. Aliza jumped out of her skin the way her name rolled out so casual from the tone of the handsome CEO and for a moment she felt her name really beautiful. Putting aside the job interview, in which 99% of the cases she wouldn't succeed, Aliza felt immensely lucky. For a normal middle class girl that she was Aliza was fortunate to have met the richest business man in the country. Will he give me an autograph....least a photo? She thought like an innocent school going girl."Ms Aliza Stelwart...." The CEO spoke annoyed. "Have you got a problem of distraction in concentration? Well, there rests the exit." He pointed to the door behind her with his eyes. "You are unnecessarily wasting my time." Sexy dominating hunk....She thought going mesmeric by his steel Grays that moved tantalizing complimenting his prepotent supremacy."Yes sir, I....I mean no sir." She answered feeble. Aliza felt like a stupid losing her control influenced by the dominating ambience of the sexy CEO. "Stop the chatter and show me your file?" He extended his hand in exasperation. Within two minutes he raised his eyes to her from the file. "You are not even a graduate. Who allowed you inside the office for the interview? He spoke ruling about to dial a number with his face going red in anger. "Sir please have mercy and listen to me. I heard you have a generous heart." Aliza requested almost touching his hand to stop him from holding the receiver.Charles raised his eyes in a warning. "I'm sorry sir..." Aliza whispered low trying her best to hold her tears before the strict CEO. "Ms Stelwart I'm not running a charity here if you're talking about my philanthropy. I am conducting interviews for my personal assistant and you are wasting my time." He raised his hand and checked the time on his Rolex impatiently waiting for Aliza to leave. "You may take the lift and reach the seventh floor of our concern. Our employees present there will provide you with assistance for whatever financial help you require.""Sir, please give me two minutes. You have been very generous to me all this while in giving me a lot of your time, just two minutes more." Aliza urged with her hands folded. "I told a lie at the reception that I was a graduate and came to this interview." She exposed herself with her head bowed to the floor. "And how did you manage with the duplicate certificate?" Charles asked surprised at the mediocre girl. "Jack, my uncle's colleague helped me in this. My uncle used to work in a printing press before his retirement."Charles muttered a curse low under his breath then his eyes flared daggers at the immature girl. "Do you know Ms Stelwart for this bypass, I can send both you and your friend Jack behind the bars?" Aliza shivered in fright arrested under his irated gaze. "Sir, please forgive me. I will never do such elusion in my life again. I desperately need this job. I know I am below qualified but just give a second to explain myself. Please look at my accomplishments stated in the file. I have obtained the best grades in every field concerning academic as well as extra curricular activities. I stood my school first and am also a scholarship achiever for continuously being the first ranker in the last three academic years."Charles looked down at the file thoughtful playing his pen between his fingers. "Ms Stelwart to tell you frankly you are not suitable for this job. But...." He looks at her contemplative. "I like the spirit inside you. You go out and wait outside in the visitors lounge. My secretary will give you a set of questions relating to our businesses and you will need to answer them. The stationary and other necessary items will be provided to you. Any further queries you can ask her." He nods at her as a sign of dismissal.Aliza gave a relieved smile to the CEO. "Sir, thank you for giving me this opportunity. I will not disappoint you." She told him in confidence and walked out of the cabin. The CEO was much a patient man for the dignity and power he beholds. Aliza mused without a doubt. After one and half hours she finished her test and handed over the papers to the secretary.The night Aliza finished her household work and kept her fingers crossed. There was an untold adoration and respect in her for the humble CEO who was so benevolent to consider her in spite of her being under qualified. Heebie-jeebies crossed her heart as the handsome's features crossed her mind. He was charismatic, powerful and was very knowledgeable. The way he conducted himself....the manner he moved his eyes...the movement of his fingers....the body language everything about him held elegance.His perfect black suit that covered his well defined shoulders, those sharp gray orbs during the very few times he looked at her.....every feature about him held a might. Aliza landed smiling to herself like a bovine. She may not see the man ever again in her life but the virility and the power with a subtle gentleness in his conduct will always keep her fascinated towards him.******It has been ten days since she gave the interview but Aliza did not receive any response from Richmond Industries. Well, Aliza knew since the beginning that her chances were very remote but still disappointment etched her features not for losing the job but for the fact she would never be able to meet the fanciable CEO again.It was a pleasure to meet you Mr Charles Rodriguez. She spoke to herself with a smile and pinched her hand after looking around if anybody was watching her. Get out of your fantasy Aliza. He would have forgotten you the moment you left the chair opposite to him. He desperately needed to get you out of his room so that he could work in peace and that is why in the pretext of the secretarial examination he fled you away. Her mind taunted teaching her the lesson much required."You bitch...how much time it would take for you to make the lunch?" her aunt strided into the kitchen and awarded Aliza with a slap. Aliza could see stars with the hit. Looking down to the floor she rubbed her cheek to arrest the sting and spoke meek arresting her tears. "Within two minutes I will place the dishes on the dining table Aunt Stella." Gripping Aliza's hair her aunt made Aliza to face her. "Since the time you gave that stupid job interview you have been building castles in air. Why will the top most firm of the country hire an after all school graduate like you?"I have spoken to my brother yesterday and he had kindly obliged to appoint you as his assistant. Be prepared to receive a phone call from his office by tomorrow. Aliza's features went pale in fear and helplessness. Her aunt Stella's brother is an owner of a motel nearby. He is divorced by his wife ten years ago and a womanizer. The whole family knew he lusted her and her aunt is making plans to marry her off to the forty five year old philanderer but nobody have the guts to fight Stella in this matter including her uncle.The next day at nine in the morning Aliza received a phone call. "Am I speaking to Ms Aliza Stelwart?" Placing the phone between her shoulder and ear Aliza gave a feeble reply cutting the onions for making breakfast. She knew from where she is being contacted. "Yes speaking?" The next words the woman spoke at the other end gave her the shock of the millennium.She is hauled.