Chapter 34 Some Unexpected Compensation

At that moment, another assistant approached him and whispered into his ear. Frank, appearing to have an epiphany, turned to me and said, "This honorable lady, I believe this is the most shameful event since the opening of our mall. We have had customers who were neglected and some store employees who behaved disgracefully. I think it’s only right that we offer some compensation to the esteemed Antonio and his friend!"

"Compensation?" I wasn't sure what else I needed.

He looked at me, his demeanor as respectful as it was towards Antonio, and continued, "Our legal and financial teams will coordinate to cover the compensation for the emotional distress and medical expenses for both Antonio and you."

He winked deliberately, "To make up for this oversight, we will also grant this lady a prestigious lifetime premium membership, allowing you to join our club. From now on, all your purchases will come at a discount, and you will be accompanied by a professional shopping guide."

"What about my compensation?" I was beginning to feel dizzy; I couldn't keep up with his list of conditions.

Hearing this, Frank waved his hand and said, "Yes, yes, but I believe our compensation will cover most of your losses."

I turned to Antonio, "Is that okay?"

Antonio's expression was lazy, perhaps due to the overhead lighting, making even his demeanor seem gentler, "What do you think?"

I knew all this was his doing, and I indeed needed these, but I felt the CEO was being too extravagant. I refused, "The compensation and that membership, I don't need them. I did make a mistake this time. How about I pay the 20% fees you mentioned?"

After I finished, I saw Frank's troubled face. Okay, I looked at Antonio, who seemed surprised, "Alright, if you like paying."

I was glad Antonio rarely gave me such a choice, but I still asked uneasily, "Aren't you going to demand anything from me?"

"If you must give something..."

I heard a low chuckle from Antonio's throat, carrying a teasing tone.

I knew I had been played by Antonio again. My heart was racing, but it wasn't out of anger.

Just as I took out my wallet, ready to pay with the staff, my phone vibrated. An email popped up from Professor Dom, stating that a buyer was willing to purchase one of my artworks for $40,000. Professor Dom, having my authorization, had already completed the transaction. $40,000 was already credited.

$40,000? How coincidental, and how could my artwork be worth that much?

"Miss Corsetti? Miss Corsetti, are you paying in cash or by card?"

"Ah, I'll use my card." I handed my bank card to the staff.

The transaction was quick, and I got my card back.

The matter settled, Antonio took a paper bag from Dante's hands and handed it to me.

"For me?" I was surprised.

With Antonio's nod, I opened the bag to find a red and white checkerboard pattern jacket paired with a simple white dress. I had just seen it in the LOUIS VUITTON display window; it was their latest design.

I didn't want to accept such expensive gifts from Antonio, especially branded clothes, shoes, and bags that I couldn't afford. They would expose my dealings with Antonio and make me feel even less confident around him.

"Put it on," Antonio commanded, his firm tone leaving no room for refusal, "Or do you want me to help you?"

"I can do it myself." His tone was unkind, and I feared something might happen. The mall had several public dressing rooms for customer convenience, and I chose one nearby.

Only in the mirror did I notice my clothes had become wrinkled and frayed during the tugging.

Ah, this outfit was also not cheap; it seemed Antonio didn't want to be seen with a shabbily dressed mistress.

I liked this dress more than the one from the morning. Every piece of clothing Antonio chose seemed tailor-made for me.

Was he this considerate with every mistress? I bowed my head, tying the dress ribbon behind my back.

Suddenly, the curtain of the dressing room was swiftly pulled open and then closed. I was startled, about to turn around when a male hand grabbed my wrist and wrapped the ribbon around it.

"What are you doing?" The familiar scent of wood calmed my nerves slightly, but the ribbon binding my wrists panicked me, "Let me go, Antonio! This is a ladies' room!"

I dared not struggle too loudly, knowing the thin curtain did little to block any sound. They all knew what Antonio was doing to me.

My body trembled under Antonio's palms, from both humiliation and excitement.

"Antonio, don't..." Antonio lifted my skirt, his hand boldly caressing my thigh, sending tingles through my body, making my legs go weak.

"I don't want to hear your refusal anymore, Sienna. Learn to behave." Antonio turned my face towards him and kissed me.

His tongue pried open my mouth, invading my space as he took control, depriving me of my breath and eliciting ambiguous moans from me.

Just as I was about to lose myself to the sensuality he was provoking, Antonio bit down hard on my lip, causing me to cry out in a daze. He then released me, untying the ribbon that bound my wrists and expertly tied it into a beautiful bow.

My mind was foggy, the desire he deliberately aroused accumulating, the pain not subsiding easily.

"Fuck … Fuck you..." My voice was tinged with huskily seductive tenderness. I heard Antonio's breathing intensify.

I instinctively stepped back; the dressing room was spacious, but suddenly cramped with two adults in it. I couldn't escape Antonio's reach.

"This is just a small punishment."

"I'm sorry." I guessed it was because of Nico, but I couldn't bring up his name in front of Antonio anymore, even though Nico and I had broken up. He was still off-limits for Antonio and me.

"No, you still don't understand what you did wrong, Sienna." Antonio squeezed my hand hard, "I'll make sure you understand. Now, let's continue our day off."

In truth, I no longer had the heart to continue, but Antonio was eager, and I couldn't refuse.