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Excuse me.

Theresa Vale is perfect.

Thanks for getting me this interview. I promise, I won't blow it.

Love you, Dylan.

Sorry. Oh, nothing, nothing.

You'd never catch Mrs. Vale in a sex scandal like that.

Work is the only thing Theresa Vale takes to bed.

Teresa Vale, you're completely insane!

You sick freak.

Next.

Miss Vale, it's great to meet you. I'm Bella Harper.

Working at Aurelia has always been a dream of mine. I've studied every

collection you've designed.

Why put the adjuster on the inside of the strap?

You noticed.

A woman's breast shape and shoulder line can differ from one side to the other,

so this adjuster helps... Not bad.

But your designs are boring.

Mrs. Vale, my designs are practical. If you'd just let me... What color lingerie

are you wearing?

Excuse me?

Take them off.

Put them on the desk.

I'm sorry, you want me to... I don't repeat myself.

Ah. Who do you think you are?

I can't believe I ever looked up to you, but you're just a disgusting creep.

I came here for a design interview, not to be your toy.

Interesting.

I must have been blind. I actually looked up to that creep.

Doctor? What happened to my mom?

Your mother is in acute heart failure. We need to put her on ECMO now, or she

won't make it through the night. Then do it. Please, whatever it takes, save her.

But her insurance won't cover ECMO. There's an upfront cost of $300,000.

$300,000?

Payment has to clear by 8 tonight.

If it doesn't, we're not authorized to... Doctor, please!

Put her on ECMO!

I'll have the money by 8.

Just get the equipment ready. Please don't give up on her.

What am I going to do?

300,000.

Where am I supposed to find that kind of money?

I'm sorry.

Dylan's already done so much for me.

I even blew the interview he worked so hard to get me.

I can't put any more on him.

God, please.

I'll do anything.

Just save Mom.

Hey.

Nice girl.

Same day, cash.

Perfect.

$50,000! $100,000!

Come on!

Bring out the new girls!

No. This isn't an audition. It's an auction.

Get your hands off me. Let me go!

The flyer said this was an audition.

This is a scam!

I'm leaving!

Bidding starts at $100,000. Let's begin.

$150,000. I want what she's wearing. $300,000.

$300,000 going once.

$500,000. No, a million.

I'll take them off her myself.

Sold. No!

Let me go!

Let you go?

Sweetheart, I just paid a million dollars for you.

Moms, I'm sorry. Please, someone save me.

You're insane!

Get off!

Mrs. Vale?

How fucking dare you touch me? Do you know who I am? Mrs. Vale.

I'm taking her.

Anyone with a problem can find me at Araria.

You, what were you doing in there?

Why did you save me?

I want you to sign an agreement to become my submissive.

What?

What?

I don't... There's nothing to feel guilty about.

It's a paid arrangement, and this is your first month's pay.

300,000.

This could cover mom's new equipment and her surgery.

But why me?

You're interesting.

Raw. Full of potential.

But this morning you said my designs were boring. They are.

You don't know what real desire feels like.

I don't know what you mean.

A boring design can be fixed.

A talentless designer can't.

You'd mentor me yourself?

If I sign the agreement?

Of course.

And I'd have a job at Areria?

Yes.

But at Areria, you'll be held to the same standards as everyone else.

Give me your answer.

She's a genius.

If I stay, I could learn so much from her.

It's only an agreement.

We're both women, and I'm 100% straight.

Nothing's going to happen.

And Mom needs me.

I'll do it.

I'll... I'll be your sub.

Why did she tell me to wait in here?

Oh my God.

There's no way I can handle all this. I can't go through with this.

Mrs. Vale?

You found the room all by yourself.

Impressive. You were born to be a sub.

Breathe.

Eyes on me.

I need to be clear about one thing. Go ahead.

I have a boyfriend.

Nothing is going to happen between us.

Your little boyfriend must be terribly boring.

One last chance to say no, little Miss Innocent.

I have to do this.

Mom's life depends on that money.

Give me the pen.

Good girl.

Your heart is racing.

It's just, this room, I'm nervous, that's all. Being nervous doesn't make

your hands shaking.

Does your boyfriend know what a little praise does to you?

That's not, I don't... Apparently he doesn't.

Miss Vale!

Your first task.

What's in the box?

Wear this to work tomorrow.

Teresa Vale.

Bella? How'd you get so drunk?

So, how was the interview?

Did your idol live up to the hype?

I did.

And I got the job.

That's great!

I knew you'd get it!

Mom. Bella, the nurse just moved me to a private room, and they brought in new

equipment.

That's good, Mom. Are you feeling any better?

Much better.

They even found the one doctor in the whole state who can do my surgery.

Sweetheart, all of this costs $300,000.

Where did you get that kind of money?

Don't worry about the money, Mom.

I'm just glad you're okay.

Get some rest, all right?

Bella, look at me.

What's this about $300,000?

Did you go to a loan shark?

It was Mrs. Vale. She saw my designs.

Oh, I get it.

She gave you an advance, right? I knew she'd see how talented you are.

Yeah, she really sees something in me.

But you don't look happy. Are you okay?

I...

I want you to kiss me.

Mom's going to be okay.

Everything's finally getting better.

So why... Dylan's a good man.

But after all these years together, he'll never know I've never enjoyed sex

with him.

Not even once.

I've been faking it all along.

Seen enough?

Close the door. Come here.

Did you do what I asked last night?

No, I came here to design lingerie. That's my job.

Is that so?

Yes.

Clearly, you have a lot to learn about being a proper sub.

Neil.

This is your office.

Someone could walk in at any moment.

I don't repeat myself.

Neil.

You're shaking.

Scared? The door is behind you. If you want out, leave now.

I can't leave.

Mom is still in the hospital.

No.

I'm staying.

Good. Then your first training begins now. Remember your safe vote?

Yes.

Say it.

Cake.

Remember, until you say it, I won't stop.

No matter how much you beg.

Yes. Hands together.

Palms up.

Back straight.

Count. One.

Two.

Three.

Four.

This feels strange.

Five.

What's wrong with me?

I actually want her to keep going.

Look at you.

Beautiful.

Now thank me for the lesson.

Thank you, mistress.

Now go inside.

Put on your little toy.

Making me wear that thing at work wasn't enough.

Where is she taking me now?

Get in.

Ms. Vale, please.

Ms. Vale, we're in a public elevator.

I know.

Someone could get on any second.

Then you'd better keep that expression under control.

How does that feel?

It's fine, but the product needs work.

Is that so?

So much for studying Aurelia before your first day. Look.

We haven't even reached the warm-up.

Needs work?

Then adjust it yourself.

Turn it up until you're satisfied.

Go on.

Better?

Don't flatter yourself.

I can barely feel a thing.

Really let's see if you can keep saying that all the way down You

can beg me to stop I won't

the CEO like you can't afford a scandal You

don't know me at all pretty girl

I knew it.

She wouldn't go that far in public.

Bella?

Bella?

Bella, you're sweating. Are you okay?

I'm fine.

It's just crowded in here.

A little stuffy.

Bella, what's wrong? Someone stepped on my foot. I'm fine, Dylan.

Is that what we're releasing next month?

Yes. Vibration, suction, and microcurrent, all in one.

Looks great. Mind if I try the controls?

You can test it at next week's product review.

Now you may beg me to turn it off.

I... Please, turn it off.

Be specific.

Tell me exactly what you want.

Please, turn the toy off. Please, Mistress.

Very well.

Of course.

If she doesn't stop now, I'm going to come right in front of my boyfriend.

What's wrong?

Oh, hey, Teresa.

What are the odds?

Wait, you know each other?

Actually... He's my half-brother. Same mother.

I have to run, but I'll catch up with you two in a minute.

What are you supposed to call me?

Please, Mrs. Vale, please.

Mrs. Vale?

Mistress.

You plan to walk into the office with it still in?

Take it out.

Yourself.

I can't do it!

Easy.

Good girl. It's over.

Just us now.

No one else can see you.

I hate you.

I know.

Someone alert the press.

Teresa Vale actually kissed someone.

Bella, have you lost your mind? Get a grip.

You're straight.

You have a boyfriend.

You've never even looked at a woman that way. Right.

I just lost control.

It was that damn toy.

It doesn't mean I like her.

And she's Dylan's sister, for God's sake! I only reacted because they share

DNA.

Yeah. That's it.

Mrs.

Vale, that kiss in the elevator... Put this on.

Come to my office.

I'm not a fit model. Find someone else.

I designed this last year, but it had no soul, so I shelved it.

What do you think?

It's perfect.

It's beautiful, but lifeless.

I think it would come alive on you.

Put it on, then tell me how you'd redesign it.

You're Teresa Vale, and you want me to rework your design?

Try it on or don't. Your choice.

No.

The cut is too bold for me.

I don't have the waist or the legs for this.

I can't pull off one of Teresa's designs.

Planning to hide in there all day?

Come out.

Shoulders back.

Lose that awful coat.

Chin up.

Look at yourself, not the floor.

Good.

This two-way adjuster?

Yes. That's your design.

It adjusts the pull on each side.

But you designed this last year. When did you add it? Last night.

So you added my boring idea overnight?

I use good ideas.

I have to admit, you look even sexier than I imagined.

You think so?

Of course.

You have my full attention.

You're my sub.

Don't question yourself, and don't question my professional eye.

Stop holding back your talent, Bella.

Own your desire.

I've never felt this beautiful.

Sis?

Are you in there?

Sis, the bank asked me to bring over these Vale Family Foundation documents.

You wait for an answer before entering someone's office?

Basic courtesy, Dylan.

Sis,

I actually have a personal favor to ask. I heard the Vale Family funds the

medical center. The foundation isn't my personal favor hotline, Dylan.

I know this is a lot to ask, but Bella's under so much pressure.

She doesn't need to push herself this hard at Aurelia.

We just want a simple, stable life together.

I just don't want her wearing herself out. Is that what Bella wants? Or what

you want for her?

I... I just want what's best for her. I have the documents. You can go. Okay.

You already knew I was Dylan's girlfriend.

That's why you didn't react when he said my name. I should have realized it in

the elevator.

Why wouldn't I know?

We've been together for three years, and I never even knew you existed.

Same mother, different fathers.

She had him after she left. We only started talking recently.

We were never close.

Just because you two aren't close, you think you can turn his girlfriend into

your... You can have anyone you want. No one says no to you, so why me?

I told you.

I admire your talent.

By the way, Dylan asked me last night.

if I'd come to your apartment tomorrow to celebrate your new job.

What?! Sis, I'm glad you came.

Honestly, I didn't think you would. And thanks for giving Bella a chance.

It means a lot to both of us.

You two seem very close.

Of course.

Once Bella settles into the job, we're getting married.

Bella, are you okay?

You don't look well.

I'm fine.

The wine must have gone to my head.

Marriage?

That's a big decision.

Oh, damn it!

It's okay. I'll go clean this up.

I should go help him. Stop.

Bella, I've got it! Just keep Theresa company!

Eyes on me.

If you want me to stop, say it.

But if you don't...

Focus on me.

Wait, it's the hospital.

Doctor? Is it my mom? What's wrong?

Why?

Why did your surgeon have to be in that accident?

They said no one else would touch your case. Only Dr. Bell can save you, but

he's retired and no one can even reach him. He never takes private cases.

What's missing?

Equipment or a surgeon?

A lead surgeon.

The patient's deteriorating. If we can't operate within two hours... Prep the OR.

But we don't have a lead surgeon. Prepping the OR now won't... Prep it.

Now.

I'm gonna lose my mom.

I did everything I could. I found the money. I paid for the surgery. I got her

the new equipment. The doctor said she'd get better. Why can't I save her?

She got this sick because of me.

Her chest hurt so badly she couldn't even stand.

But she'd swallow a few painkillers and tell me it was just her stomach.

All so she could put me through design school.

She always said I'd be the best designer.

But I wish I'd never gone. Maybe then she... I can't lose my mom.

She'll be okay.

Don't... Don't say that just to make me feel better.

Trust me.

Your mom is going to be alright.

I promise.

Miss Harper, Dr. Bell is here. We're taking your mother to the OR now.

Oh my god.

Dr. Bell? How... Mom's going to be okay. She's going to be okay.

Thank your friend. A certain billionaire pulled me out of bed and sent me

straight here.

My friend?

A billionaire?

You did this?

You saved my mom.

How could I ever repay you? Don't misunderstand.

I can't have one of my designers distracted by family matters.

It slows down the work.

Thank you.

Thank you, Teresa.

Don't be afraid. She's going to be okay.

The worst is over. I'll personally see to the rest of her treatment.

You won't have to go through this again. Why is my heart beating like this? Why

does her embrace feel nothing like Dylan's?

I know why you agreed to be my sub. If this relationship puts you in a

difficult position, you can walk away now.

No!

Don't worry.

The funding stays.

So does your job.

Her treatment will continue. No! I don't want out!

You're choosing this.

I am. If you stay, there's no turning back.

I won't.

I won't train you if you're doing this out of gratitude or need.

It's over.

Go be with your mother.

Massimo wants 12% more for next season's fabric.

He knows we sourced 70% of it from his factories.

That's why he thinks he can name his price.

Get back to work. I'll deal with Massimo.

Seen something you like?

N-nothing.

I'll be in my office.

T-

Bad girl.

My ears aren't pierced.

Pierce one for me. Use your earring.

Mistress? Up on the desk.

It will hurt. If it's too much, bite my shoulder.

Stay still.

Good girl.

Take it out, and the piercing will close right up, so you'll be wearing my

earring all day.

Yes, Mistress.

Tonight, can I go home with you?

Come here.

Sit.

Well done. Good girl.

Clean it.

Teresa, please.

Did I give you permission to come?

Why did you stop?

Please, give me... Lesson one.

You don't come until I say so.

You broke a rule. What do you deserve?

Forgot already?

I deserve to be punished.

Punish me, mistress.

Stay still.

Spread your legs.

Teresa, stop. Please, stop.

I can't take it anymore.

I know, I know. I was wrong. I'll remember.

Remember what?

I don't come without your permission.

You're so mean.

I didn't realize you'd reached your limit. If it's too much, use your safe

word. Don't... Just hold me, Teresa.

Kiss me, please.

Bella, what are you doing?

I'm touching you.

I want your hands on me, too.

I don't comfort a sub during punishment.

You were worried about me.

I felt it. You can't make me feel all that, then act like it's nothing. You

broke a rule. This is part of the punishment.

Rules are rules.

Did I give you permission to take that off? I don't want your rules right now.

You chose me. You've done so much for me. And you kissed me. So tell me,

Theresa.

Am I really just your sub?

Of course.

You're only my sub. That's all there is between us.

I thought I made that clear.

No.

You didn't.

All I know is you made a place for your earring on my body.

You knew I should have gone home to my boyfriend tonight.

So why did you bring me back here, Teresa?

See? You're the one who's confused about us, not me. No.

I wrote the agreement.

Everything between us is there in black and white. I know exactly what this is.

Bella, everything between us has only ever been part of the agreement.

The agreement.

Again, is that all you ever hide behind?

Did the agreement make you save me?

Save my mum?

Did it make you lose control and kiss me when Dylan said he wanted to marry me?

Then why give me your earring? Why pierce my ear with it?

Can you honestly say you don't...

See?

You do care.

Why are you so afraid to say it?

If I led you on, I apologize.

If you can't continue as my sub, we can end the agreement.

So that's it?

You can command me, claim me, hold me when I cry, but the second I reach for

you, you want to end the agreement?

If you don't care about me, why did you catch me just now?

Because I'm your dom.

Your safety is my responsibility.

That isn't love.

Responsibility?

Is that all I am to you?

An obligation?

One of your designs?

Or just something you made to play with?

You hide every feeling behind that damn agreement because you're scared.

Because if this is love, you're not the only one in control anymore.

Fine.

I admit it.

I want you.

Mine. Under me.

Trembling for no one but me.

It's raw.

It's filthy.

You do want me. I do. If I say my safe vote, you'll stop?

I will. And if I tell you I love you?

You shouldn't love me.

Love was never part of our agreement.

Okay.

Keep hiding behind your precious agreement. Keep telling yourself all you

want is control.

You're finally home.

I've been calling you all night. Where have you been?

What happened?

Dylan, I'm sorry.

You don't have to apologize. I was just worried.

You got your ear pierced.

Why don't we get you some studs tomorrow? What do you like? Pink?

Silver? Dylan, I want to break up.

What?

Dylan, I'm ending this.

Why? Is it your mom? I heard Teresa handled everything. Or did I do

something wrong?

Neither.

You didn't do anything wrong, Dylan.

Then why are you ending this? Nothing was wrong between us.

It's late for this. You shouldn't make a decision this big in the middle of the

night.

I know exactly what I'm doing.

Staying together would be a mistake.

We're not right for each other.

We're not right for each other?

We're not, Dylan.

I don't want the future you've planned for me.

That's not the life I want.

I'm sorry, Dylan.

I... Staying wouldn't be fair to you.

And I can't keep lying to myself.

No, you don't mean this. You're stressed. You're tired.

Dylan, I'm sorry.

But I mean it.

We're over.

I'll give you some space. I can leave for a few days.

You stay here. I'll sleep on the couch and leave tomorrow.

I'm not asking you to change your mind right now.

Just sleep on it. Dylan, we really... Please think about this, Bella.

We've been together all these years.

Get a good night's sleep, okay?

Night, babe.

Bella? Bella!

Sorry, Mom. I'll clean it up.

Forget the water. Look at me.

Your eyes.

Did Dylan do something to you?

No.

We broke up. I ended it.

You broke up with him?

Because of Mrs. Vale?

Honey, I'm your mom.

I know you better than you think.

It's not just about her.

And I don't know how to face her.

Mrs. Vale paid for my treatment.

Yes.

She saved me.

I'll always be grateful for that.

But Bella, you can't let this cost you your whole life.

I know. I just... I don't understand her. I know she cares.

But every time I get close, she pushes me away.

Everyone's afraid of something.

Sometimes we run from what scares us.

Maybe she isn't pushing you away because she doesn't care.

Maybe she's just... That's it!

Then I'll show her she doesn't have to be afraid.

I thought you weren't coming in until tomorrow.

What is all this?

It's all there in writing.

Continue the agreement or don't. Your job at Areria is secure.

Your mother's treatment will continue.

What is this? A payoff?

No.

I'm drawing a line I should have drawn from the start.

This is what's best for your career.

Your new studio.

The key is yours.

What if I don't agree to any of this then don't it's your decision

I

reviewed the piece you gave me

I know how to rework that beautiful dead thing of yours.

I know how I want to revise it. I broke down the leather boning, then I rebuilt

the support along the ribs with lace.

I'll admit it. You're improving faster than I expected.

So you admit my design is perfect?

And you admit I'm not clueless about desire anymore?

Not anymore.

Then admit it.

I turned all that restraint in your design into temptation.

You're afraid to admit it.

A BDST product showcase?

I'm coming with you. I'll find another way to make you admit it. You think

you're ready?

Simple.

Prove you're ready for it.

Enjoying the view, Mrs. Vale?

If that's the best you can do, then yes, I've seen enough.

That sounds familiar.

Except now... the roles are reversed.

You'll do designer

Now

you may invite me miss bail

Admit it you want to kiss me

Yes Sis

Bella? This is why you ended things?

Because you were with someone else?

But why my sister? She's your boss!

What is going on? You never told me you were into women.

You arranged everything.

The equipment, the surgery, Dr. Bell. You held her mother's life over her to

force her into this?

No, Dylan.

She didn't force me.

Don't be afraid. Come with me. I'll pretend I saw nothing.

Leave Aurelia and we can still get married.

We can still have a normal life together.

Okay? This isn't about Teresa.

Even without her, our relationship would still be over.

I'm not here for any of the reasons you think.

I came back because I wanted to.

You heard her.

Bella made her choice.

No! I can't accept this! My girlfriend and my sister?

How am I supposed to accept any of it?

Come with me. We need to talk in private.

Let her go.

Mrs. O'Riria, take your tantrum somewhere else.

I didn't know you'd broken up with him.

I didn't break up with him because of you. Don't read into it.

I was too harsh with you last night.

I'm sorry.

Then let me ask you properly this time.

Our initials? Wear it.

If you still want to.

I still do.

Each brand has its own themed room for performances and product displays.

Auriria closes the show, and the final look on tonight's runway is based on

your redesign.

My design?

It's closing the show?

You earned it.

Massimo Bellini, Auriria's largest fabric supplier.

That's the bastard trying to jack up our fabric cost by 12%?

Teresa, you look as stunning as ever.

Good evening.

Mrs. Vele, you never used to bring assistance to events like this, so you

found yourself an interesting new toy.

Relax, Teresa.

Let's make a deal. Hand her over for the night, and I'll sign off on your price.

Right now.

Very funny, Maskimo.

I'm not joking. I already know exactly how I'm going to use her.

She's an Aurelia employee.

She is not part of any deal.

Your employee?

Don't be coy. You brought her here wearing that.

Ah, I see. You want her to yourself, of course. We can always share.

I don't mind.

I do.

Jesus, Teresa?

Hey, take it easy.

Teresa.

Fix your collar.

Next time, I won't be gentle.

You really lost your sense of humor. So is my patience.

God.

He's disgusting.

Do we really have to work with someone like that?

Unfortunately, yes.

He controls the luxury fabric market.

Listen carefully.

Stay away from him. Never be alone with him. Take nothing he offers you. Trust

no one he sends.

Are you worried about me? I didn't know you had that setting.

Teresa, we've got a serious problem.

Teresa, the finale performer twisted her ankle. She can't go on.

Can another model step in? No.

Why? If all she has to do is model the outfit. The routine demands precise

movement and timing.

Without professional experience, it's easy to slip up.

Cut the finale.

Go straight to the curtain call. Cancel it?

Teresa, are you insane?

This is five years of your life.

The press and investors came for this collection.

If we cancel now... I said, cancel it.

Notify everyone.

Wait.

I'll do it.

Absolutely not.

I know that design inside and out. I can handle it. This isn't about the outfit.

There are complex cues and stage mechanisms. It's too dangerous.

I won't allow it. You put five years into this. If you cancel it now, what

happens to Aurelia?

I can take the loss.

But I'm not standing here while it all falls apart.

You gave me a place at Aurelia. Now I have to earn it. I can't let you protect

me from everything.

On that stage, you do exactly as I say.

I will.

If anything feels wrong, signal me. I stop the show. You do not tough it out.

Understood.

Tell the team.

We're replacing the finale with a new performance built around Bella.

They'll have the plan in 20 minutes.

Got it. I'm on it.

Follow me backstage.

On stage, there's only the dom and the sub.

Use the crop.

Lift her chin.

I can't do this.

Don't pull away.

Follow my hand.

Head up.

Make her look up to you.

I never thought I'd be the one standing over someone else.

Hold her gaze.

Give her the next command.

I can't. I don't know her. I can't do that to a complete stranger. Adapt.

You're on state in five minutes.

But I'm not you!

I've never been the one in control!

Leave.

We're done?

I knew I blew it.

Teresa, what are you doing?

Since you can't give orders to a stranger...

Teresa,

what are you doing?

Use me.

Take it.

Not so tight.

Steady your hand. Let me feel your control through the chain.

Turn around.

Commands aren't questions.

Order me.

Take your crop.

I... Go on.

You never bow to anyone.

You're not just anyone.

Eyes on me.

Closer.

Now kiss me.

Teresa really does keep the best things to herself.

Such a perfect show. One little surprise, and it all comes crashing

down.

Then we'll see how proud Teresa looks on her knees, begging me. My God, that

outfit was made for her. Who's that girl? She's so hot.

Incredible! Beautiful!

What incredible control!

Theresa, you're safe.

Look at me.

Did it hit you? I'm fine.

Theresa,

put me down. Everyone's watching.

Let them watch.

Look in the mirror.

Teresa? You had every eye on you out there. Now it's just me, and you want to

hide? I'm not hiding. Good. Stay exactly like that.

Easy. Just for a second.

I can't control myself.

One touch from her and I just want... You look even more tempting now than you

did on stage.

Teresa! Massimo just pulled out of the O'Garia renewal.

Slow down.

Tell me what happened.

Massimo wants to see you right now.

He says he'll only wait three minutes.

If you don't show, he won't renew Auraria's supply contract.

Then let him walk.

Theresa, wait!

You have to go.

He supplies 70% of Auraria's fabric.

I'm finding another supplier.

I won't leave you alone here. I'll be fine.

Go get that contract signed.

She's right.

The other suppliers aren't ready yet. If Massimo pulls out now, production stops.

You should go.

I'll be right back. Wait for me.

I will.

Teresa, did you forget some... Why are you here? You're supposed to be meeting

Teresa about the renewal.

The renewal?

Just a little lie.

I needed Teresa out of the way.

Get out!

Teresa always did have exquisite taste, but a frigid woman like her wouldn't

know how to enjoy a body like yours.

Help!

Finally awake, sweetheart.

Let me go.

Teresa's gonna make you pay for this.

Teresa?

Oh, you sweet, naive little thing. You really think she cares what happens to

you?

She'll come save me.

She's a businesswoman.

She knows everything has a price.

For Alleria, she'd gift wrap you and deliver you straight to my bed. She

wouldn't even blink.

Shut up.

She's nothing like you. Is that so?

Where is she now?

Looks like I'll have to teach you to obey and how to please a man.

Get away from her.

Teresa, are you insane?

Pull that trigger and Auraria's entire supply chain collapses.

Then let it collapse. I don't need it anymore.

Fucking psycho!

You think shooting is all I can do, Massimo?

This floor is locked down. The police will be here any minute and everything

in this room will be used against you.

Turn him over to the police.

Bella, I'm sorry.

I knew you'd come for me.

Did he hurt you?

No.

I'm okay, Teresa.

I almost lost you.

Hey, I'm okay now.

Teresa.

I'm fine. You don't have to keep looking at me like that. Massimo won't let this

go. You should go deal with it. Do you want me to leave? That's not it. I don't

want everything you built destroyed because of me. No.

This is his fault, Bella.

Not yours.

I was already considering ending our partnership before tonight.

We should have ended it sooner. Then he never could have... Teresa, you're

trembling. The moment I heard you had you, I couldn't think.

I've never been that scared. If I'd been even one second later, I might have...

Look at me.

I'm here.

You still have me.

You have no idea how badly I want to chain you to me. Keep you where I can

see you.

Never let you go.

But I'm right here.

I'm not going anywhere.

Teresa?

That's cold.

I can't stop.

I'm afraid I'll hurt you.

Then don't stop.

Tie me up.

You don't have to do this to calm me down. That's not why I'm doing this.

I know you're scared, Teresa.

So take control.

I'm all yours. I'm alive.

I'm right here.

Bella.

I admit you were right.

Which part?

About me.

Maybe you understand me better than I do.

Are you admitting I'm the exception to your rules, Mrs. Vale?

You're mine.

I am.

Bossy as ever.

The press is swarming the entrance to Auraria.

Massimo just sent word.

He says if Bella apologizes to him in person, he'll lift the supply cutoff

immediately. In his dreams.

Theresa!

You're willing to destroy Auraria over some new hire?

Massimo isn't our only option.

I'm already in talks with other manufacturers.

Auraria won't go down that easily.

Even if you have another option. This is business. Give up one nobody and the

whole problem goes away.

It's simple arithmetic.

Here's your answer.

Aurelia does not do business with scum. We now know Massimo caused the stage

rigging accident during Aurelia's show. He then held Bella against her will and

assaulted her.

Both are crimes. He won't be getting a renewal contract.

He'll be getting a court summons.

I'll make sure he goes to prison.

What happened?

Why aren't you home resting?

Running away isn't my style.

I won't pull you into this mess.

But I'm already in it.

Trust me. I can do this.

I want a product launch in one week. A completely new line. We'll turn the

press around and bring new suppliers to the table. I need your designs.

I'm in.

Teresa, what do you think?

What? Is it that bad? It shouldn't be... No.

It's perfect.

You're perfect.

So, do I pass?

Of course.

Answer it. It might be important.

Check the news. Massimo's finished.

Former Bellini Group CEO Massimo Bellini now faces up to 15 years in prison.

Orange suits him.

But if he hadn't pushed you over the edge, how much longer would you have

kept pretending you could resist me? You're getting bolder. You taught me

well.

This is why Teresa sent me the invitation.

I really believed a quiet, stable life was the best thing for Bella.

I never really understood her.

That idiot Macio, he thought he could kill Aurelia by cutting off its fabric

supply. Find the designer behind this collection. Set up a private meeting.

Thank you. This past week, a supplier tried to hold Aurelia hostage by cutting

off our fabric supply.

But a crisis is often the best time to break the rules.

Teresa, this is your boldest, most brilliant collection in five years.

I can't take all the credit.

Bella Harper is one of the lead designers behind this collection.

Well, go on. That's your stage.

So, have I finally earned my place beside you, Mrs. Vale?

Miss Harper, that was an extraordinary show.

Thank you.

I'd like to back a label of your own.

Your own studio.

A full marketing and PR team.

There's only one condition.

You leave Orilla.

I appreciate the offer, but I have no intention of leaving.

Because of Orilla or Mrs. Vale?

Both.

My offer stands.

Call me anytime.

You were here?

Did you hear all that?

Then why didn't you say anything?

Someone was trying to poach your employee.

It's your career.

The decision should be yours.

What if I'd said yes?

I'd have legal sign over the rights to your designs.

Then, wish you the best.

You'd really let me go?

Come with me. I have something to give back to you.

This agreement brought you to me, but it ends here.

I kept telling you the rules were there to protect you.

But the truth is, I was using them to protect myself.

I admit it. You were right.

I'm afraid of losing control.

And I still want you.

Even if it means losing control.

As your sub? No.

Not as my sub.

I want you because... I love you.

Are you ordering me now? Or asking?

I'm asking, Bella.

Do I have a chance with you?

If I ever wear this collar again...

It won't be because of an agreement.

It'll be my choice.

My invitation to you.

And I'll honor every invitation you give me.

Then, right now, I'm inviting you to kiss me.