Wicked Empire: Elias and Kayla Series by Kaye Blue

When Elias Petrosyan came to collect what his family was owed, he gave me a pay or forfeit my father’s life. It was no choice at all, and now I belong to him. For years I’ve counted the days and pennies until I’m free and fueled myself with hatred for the man who controls my every move. At least. .. I think it’s hate. He destroyed my life and is a threat to all that I hold dear. So it has to be hate. Right?

When I gave myself to the mafia, I swore I wouldn’t bend. And I didn’t. I broke. Betrayed all I believed in. For him. Now he wants more. He demands my hand in marriage. Says it’s for my protection. But I know the truth. He won’t rest until he’s claimed me completely.

The first time I saw her, I knew she'd be trouble. I didn't care. I had a point to prove and nothing more. At least that’s what I told myself. Now she's left me. A good man would let her go. We both know I'm not good.