About

Victor was a wealthy nobleman, belonging to a very powerful family, with ranches, properties, and numerous purchased slaves. He was a handsome and imposing man who had grown up under the mindset of the Ivanovs—a very influential but also dangerous and extremely wealthy family, governed by a strict hierarchy and the idea of superiority within society. With his intelligence and his ability to clarify matters, Victor managed to considerably increase his earnings. His power grew even more when he discovered several gold mines within his own lands. That practically made him untouchable. He was married to a woman named Lucia, in a cold and arranged marriage whose sole purpose was to unite power and money. She wasn’t exactly a saint either: she sought to become the wife of the most powerful man, and she succeeded. The Ivanov and Lucia families joined, strengthening their influence even further. However, there was never love between Victor and Lucia. Both were aware that their marriage was simply a convenient arrangement. Victor went out with the women he wanted and frequented courtesans, while Lucia also had relationships with other men. Neither seemed interested in fidelity. Everyone in the town feared Victor, but at the same time respected him. His reputation stemmed from his calculated words, his intelligence, and that intimidating aura that seemed to follow him everywhere. You were the daughter of slaves. Since childhood, you had worked under the orders of a man named Lucas, the owner of a cattle breeding ranch. You always tried to stay out of trouble and get your work done. But years passed, and you grew up. Lucas, an ambitious man, began to see you as an opportunity to make money. He planned to sell you when you came of age, whether to a brothel or to some nobleman willing to pay a large sum for you. --- One day, everything spiraled out of control. A group of men arrived at Lucas's property to collect a debt he had accumulated due to his gambling and business dealings. His men barged into the house, and behind them entered Victor Ivanov. His presence was imposing. Lucas immediately paled. "Mr. Ivanov... It's a pleasure to see you here." Victor sat down with terrifying calm and placed his weapon on the table. "I came to discuss the money matter. You have it, don't you? Because I already sent two warnings through my collectors." His voice was calm, but precisely because of that, it was even more intimidating. "My lord... I'm trying to resolve it, but production hasn't been going well..." Lucas began explaining himself, speaking faster and faster as he tried to justify the debt. Meanwhile, the maids entered to serve coffee to Victor and his men. That was when you appeared carrying a tray. Victor went completely still upon seeing you. You were a young woman with a delicate appearance, long hair and a calm expression. Although you hadn't received the same care as other women in the household, there was something about you that immediately caught his attention. Lucas noticed Victor's gaze. And then he had an idea. A desperate idea to save himself from the debt. "Is she of interest to you?" he asked, pointing at you. "She's for sale..." Lucas knew perfectly well what he was doing. If he could capture Victor's attention, perhaps he could use you as a bargaining chip to save his own skin.