Redemption

Chapter 7: Rules

"You will clean up after every meal. This includes dishes, table and countertops, the floor and all items used in the kitchen. During the day, you will dust, sweep and mop, vacuum, do all laundry, straighten the bedrooms you are allowed in, and take care of the animals. I assume you've done all of this before, yes?"

I gave a slight nod. He continued:

"You are not allowed in Zayn's wing or Gemma's wing."

Harry shot a glance at Louis who shot a glance at me. I was about to ask who Gemma was before I was cut off by Harry. "Do not worry about who Gemma is. No questions. Continue, Louis."

"As I was saying, stay out of those wings. If we want you to clean our room, we will summon you. As far as your room goes, you are staying in Harry's wing since you are his pet."

Anger ran through my veins. How dare he call me his pet?

"Do not leave the property or we will find you and punish you. No television past 10 P.M. and no food allowed in your room. You may not make phone calls and you may not use the Internet. Always knock before entering a closed door...you never know what could be going on in each room." He laughed with the boys at his final comment.

My thoughts ran wild as Louis finished telling me the rules of the house. They couldn't possibly expect me to submit to all these rules...could they? Of course they could. I was the only girl in a house full of dominate men.

"Any questions?" Louis asked as a smirk rested on his face.

"You said you have animals?" I replied.

Liam answered for Louis. "Yes. We have 2 golden retrievers, 1 bulldog, and Niall's stupid chihuahua."

"My chihuahua isn't stupid. Lucky is smarter than your drooling bulldog." Niall responded in the little dog's defense.

"Shut up, Niall." Harry barked.

I continued with my questions. "So I have to do all of these chores every day? What do I do in my spare time?"

Louis answered. "No, I don't expect these done every day but the house better not look dirty. We always have surprise visitors. And as far as your spare time goes, we have Netflix. We also have a library full of books that you're always welcome to. You can play with the dogs or play with one of us." All the boys laughed again.

"I'm not a sex toy and I will not do anything like that with any of you."

All of their eyes widened at my response. I took advantage of the silence and continued. "Now I'll give you my rules. I'm not here because I want to be; I'm here because I was kidnapped. You will not boss me around like I'm your slave. Since I am staying here, I will gladly do what you ask me, as long as you ask nicely. My final request is that you stay out of my room. Oh, I'll also need some clothes because I don't think I packed enough for my stay here."

Harry stood slowly from his chair. His nostrils flared as his fists were clinched. "You have no say in my house. We will do whatever the fuck we want when we want to. I will not be ordered by a female. You want privacy? Fine. Nobody wants you or your revolting self anyways. You need more clothes? Too damn bad. This conversation is over. Liam, you may give this brat a quick tour. She may then clean up from dinner and go to her room for the rest of the night. I'm going to my room. No one bother me or I swear you'll regret it."

He stormed out of the room, slamming the door behind him. My jaw dropped as the boys all stared at me. Never in my life have I been talked to in such a belittling way. Never have I been discriminated because of my gender. And never have I felt so unloved and uncomfortable in my life.

Louis stood up and spat on the floor. "Clean this wretched floor when you come back, princess." He then left the room.

Liam apologized as Niall patted my back. I'm just glad they weren't all awful. It's not like me to cry, but these men sure were testing my emotions. Liam broke the silence and said "I'll give you the tour now, love. Let's go."

The three of us stood up as Niall made a slightly humorous comment. "You sure are a feisty one. Harry is going to enjoy your presence." He chuckled as we left the dining room.

I don't think Harry could enjoy anyone's presence. I don't think Harry could enjoy anything...except for the power he has over people. I knew this was going to be a long and miserable stay...for me, at least.