Dangerous affair[Kidnapper!LevixVictim!Reader] Ch1

”[First name], honey, are you ready?”

I turned to the mirror in front of me and took a look at myself. My [hair colour] locks were perfectly curled, my cheeks were a little pink and my lips were red from make-up. The dress that I was wearing was black; it was close-fitting, it covered my arms and my neck, but let my legs be seen from the knees. I usually didn’t particularly like my appearance, but this time even I was pleased with the way I looked.

”Yes dad, I’m ready.” I answered and walked out of my room. My father was standing there in a suit that must have cost a fortune, waiting for me. He furrowed his eyebrows as he was observing my outfit.

”I don’t think I’ll let you be alone for a minute. You can’t dance with anybody, you know that?”

I rolled my eyes.

”You want to force me to listen to your dull conversations with those old men? No way.”

He laughed and took my arm.

”Of course not. But you’re too beautiful, honey.”

”Thanks.” I mumbled. I’m not a little girl anymore, why is he treating me like one?!

”Let’s go downstairs, to the hall.” Dad suggested. ”You haven’t even checked the party yet. The musicians are already playing, and the guests are coming.”

I sighed. I wasn’t really in the mood now, I didn’t feel like dancing at all. But since my father organised a ball, I couldn’t argue, I had to turn up. I had to greet his subordinates kindly with a wide smile on my face and chat with them nicely.

My father, Commander Erwin Smith was a chief officer in military service.

”Come on, are you paying attention? Or…you don’t feel well?” His voice was suddenly worried.

I shook my head.

”No, it’s not that. Though I warn you I won’t dance with anybody.”

He nodded with a smile.

”Perfect. Expect for me, you mean.”

”No chance.”

He laughed again and we went down the stairs.

The hall was huge; after all, our house itself was almost ridiculously huge too. It didn’t impress me anymore. The beautiful chandeliers hanging from the ceiling, the marble floor, the large windows – nothing. It was funny to see how easily the arriving people became amazed.

”Mr. Smith!” An elderly man greeted us. He shook my father’s hand, then turned to me, took mine and kissed it. ”And Ms. Smith!”

”Commander Pixis.” Dad smiled.

”Good evening.” I bowed my head.

”How lovely your house is. Thank you for inviting me.” Pixis said.

”It’s only natural. I hope you’ll enjoy yourself. Would you like to drink?”

”Yes, how about a glass of wine?”

And in the next second, they were already heading towards the bar desk.

Yeah, now I see that my presence is essential, sure.

Not that I minded it, but then why couldn’t I stay upstairs in my room?! Well, it doesn’t matter now. I sat down on a chair in the corner. Some people were already dancing. God, I hope I don’t look too lonely, I don’t want any company…

”Ms. Smith?”

Ah, don’t do this to me!

I looked up and saw a short man standing in front of me. He was gazing straight into my eyes, though his face was emotionless, without any smile or expression. His hair was short and raven-black, and he was wearing a black suit too – actually, he was really handsome. What especially caught me was his bluish-grey, piercing eyes; I liked how he was staring directly in my eyes with them.

And I had no idea who he was.

”Yes?” I said a second later.

”Care to dance?” He asked simply.

Wait, what? No! Why did he have to ruin it?! I don’t dance. I can’t dance. I have no intention of playing the cute girl tonight, I want to be alone! Moreover, have I mentioned that I can’t dance?

Especially with such an attractive man. I don’t like to make a fool of myself.

”Who are you?” I asked suspiciously.

”How rude. We can talk while dancing as well.” He held out his hand.

Right, I’m the Commander’s daughter. I just have to put up with it. I’ll pretend to enjoy this for a while, then I’ll leave. Let’s dance, why not?!

”I don’t mind.” I muttered, taking his hand and standing up. I saw his lips curling into a small smile.

As soon as he pulled me closer to the dancing people, the rhythm changed: the musicians started playing a faster-paced song. I groaned. Dancing slowly would have ment simply placing hands on waist and shoulder, but this…! God must hate me.

He must have noticed that I became even more hesitant because he held my hand tighter. I couldn’t help but blush, and he smirked.

”Just follow me.” He said, his voice a bit hoarse. He slid his left hand to my waist and grabbed my hand with his right. He adjusted to the quick rhythm immediately and started dancing.

I have to admit that he was one damned good dancer. He was moving so effortlessly, so easily! His steps were graceful, and he was pushing me, pulling me and turning me around with his skilled hands all the time. I found myself laughing and smiling at him, though he was still wearing that serious expression. I pretty much enjoy this man’s company – I thought to myself. With him, it seemed easy to move to the rhythm. I guess it depends on the partner more than I have thought.

However, I still didn’t know his name.

The song ended, and he spun me around one last time.

”Uhm. Thank you.” I said awkwardly, breathing a bit heavily. I wanted to pull away, but he was holding me firmly.

”You don’t really want to go.” He said with no question in his voice. He simply stated it.

It was true: and it wasn’t, at the same time. I was attracted to him in a strange way that I have never felt before. But still, I wasn’t the sociable and friendly type and I was a bit scared of this. It was too sudden for me. Just like in fairytales: the girl meets a mysterious handsome man, there’s the chemistry between them and stuff, they fall in love for the first sight…

But I certainly wasn’t Cinderella.

And I needed my high-heels.

I heard that they had started playing slow music.

”I do want to go.” I said, trying to be confident. Despite that, he pulled me closer and placed his right arm behind my left shoulder blade and clasped our other hands together.

”My name is Levi.”

Levi. I liked it, it fit him. But why didn’t he introduce himself properly? Why did he only say his first name? I wrapped my left arm around his slowly and placed my hand on his biceps. I was surprised how muscular it was. Also, I had no idea how old he was. Maybe in his twenties? Late twenties? I didn’t know.

He was the leader again. I could feel his eyes on me and I just couldn’t take it anymore, I looked away. Okay, so Levi. It still doesn’t mean anything. Who is he to my father? But asking it would be even ruder.

He pulled me a bit closer, and I could smell his scent. I closed my eyes for a moment. Maybe cinnamon? It wasn’t intense so I couldn’t decide. And maybe menthol? Wait, it’s his breath… My eyes snapped open and I pulled away quickly. What is he doing to me?!

He – Levi – let go of me suddenly and stepped back.

”I don’t feel well.” He said quietly. As I looked at him, he really didn’t seem okay. ”Can you tell me where the washroom is?”

”I’ll show you.” I nodded. I left the hall with him behind me. I was confused. This man has a weird affect on me. Where on Earth is Dad?! Shouldn’t he be the one to deal with the guests?

I led him to the men’s toilet. Nobody was around us and I started to feel strange again. I’ll just say goodbye to him now and go back to my room, to my bed…

”[First name]. This is your name, right?” He asked.

I nodded. He already knew that, didn’t he?

”Then, [First name], it’s been a pleasure.” He said and yanked me to him by my arm. My eyes widened as his lips touched mine. No, not ’touched’, it was rougher than that, rather he crushed his mouth against mine. My body tensed up but I was literally paralyzed. What is he…?

He grabbed my hair, but suddenly pulled away. Before I could take a breath or anything, he pressed something against my face.

Chloroform.

Fuck! The icy fear immediately invaded my heart. I held my breath but I already knew I was late. My vision started becoming blurry and my body was going numb. I have to push away his hand with the tissue…I…have to… I struggled weakly but I was only getting slower and slower.

Finally, I gave in and surrendered to the darkness. Strangely, I don’t remember falling to the ground, only two strong arms holding me.