Hello... welcome to another day of misery with me. It keeps getting harder day by day,, but we have to give it our best,, don't we? It's not like I have any other option...and if I did, who'd help me? Will I ever be free? Will I ever be loved...

I know I wrote yesterday I'd be happy, cheerful, try to live but can I? It's easier said than done... Today is my twentieth birthday and here I am writing in my diary about my "fun" life. Sometimes I wish I had died instead of mom... Then maybe dad wouldn't have gotten married again...

I flinch as I hear the loud banging on the door.

" Anaya! Get up! Shouted my Stepmom.

I quickly kept my diary away and got up and opened the door." Sorry I didn't mean to be late" I quickly said..

"Do I look like I give a fuck about you being sorry?" She glared at me." Go make breakfast, my daughter and I are hungry."

I nod. I quickly got out of the door and went to the kitchen to break. As I was making pancakes I was my stepsister walk in.

"Mom? Why isn't breakfast ready?" Asked Lexi.

"Well why don't you ask this bitch yourself?" Replied my Stepmom, Eva.

Lexi grabbed my hair and pulled me "Look I don't like being late and if for you, I'm late then I'll make sure you pay for it."

"You're hurting me. Stop Lexi I am not your maid!" I flinched as she slapped me.

My dad walked in "What's going on here? Asked my father." Nothing honey." replied Eva

"What do you mean nothing mom? You should let dad know that's Anaya is being ungrateful and is calling you names!" Said Lexi.

"I didn't say anything dad please tru-"I was cut off by my father.

"Look Anaya I don't know what your deal is but since your mom died You've become a burden to me! You're always picking fights with your mom and sister and I won't tolerate that! So behave, or I'll have to do something about it." Said my father.

"But dad I didn't say anything. I swear!" I tried explaining.

"For gods’ sake Anaya stop lying!" Said Lexi and with that she gave me a smirk.

"Dad you really should do something about it. I am scared of her.

"Don't worry kiddo I will" replied dad.

I couldn't believe it. I thought that at least he would understand me...at least he would be there for me,, but even he turned his back on me...he used to love me so much, when mom was alive I used to be his princess, his kiddo, and now it's as if he doesn't even know me...

Even on the day of mom's accident he promised me he'd never leave him, that I'll forever be able to count on him but I guess promises are made to be broken...

I was in my room it was really late. I was laying down on my bed looking out of the window. Furthermore, I was thinking about my life, I was thinking how alone I was ... Even dad didn't want me anymore. I was worthless...no one cared and moreover it hurts, it hurts that my father trusted them more than me. I thought at least maybe this birthday of mine would be good, but it turned out to be the worst ... I wonder if he regrets saying that ...maybe he does... or maybe not.

In the morning I woke up quickly to avoid being scolded I quickly washed my face and went to the kitchen but I was surprised to see my stepmom

cooking. " I am so sorry... I didn't kn-"I was cut off by her.

"Don't worry honey. It's okay." She smiled at me. "Go and get ready dear. You don't have to do the chores ". I was shocked and just looked at her "Anaya darling I am so sorry for everything I did please give me a chance?" she again spoke.

I was shocked but happy. She finally realized her mistake now everything will be fine. Dad will be happy, I won't be treated like shit. I smiled at her and went to my room.

I was happy as I came downstairs I looked at everyone." You look lovely darling" Said my stepmom.

"Thanks." I said as I went near the dining table "Where's Lexi?" I asked, genuinely speaking I was curious how she'd behave with me .

"She is not here. Come sit" she insisted.

I sat down while I glanced at my father who seemed kind of worried it was as if he was tensed." Dad?" I called out to him. But he didn't even glace at me. Suddenly the doorbell rang, and my dad went to answer the door .

"Mr. Alexander Salvatore please come in." Said my father with a nervous smile.

As the man entered his gaze immediately landed on me and as I look at him,, I couldn't help but get a little intimidated. He had his powerful presence that'd make everyone nervous,, but I was curious why he was here? As he came near me,, I took in his appearance. He had black silky hair and a well-built body, he was dressed in formal and his beautiful blue eyes were staring at him, his gaze intense.

My dad cleared his throat "So let's get to it?" The man named Alexander shifted his gaze from me to my father and nodded. I couldn't help but feel a little nervous.

"As you might have guessed she's the one I was talking about... she's my ... daughter and if you'd like we can sign the agreement right now, and you can take her with you." Said my father.

I looked at him, I was scared" Dad what do you mean take me? Dad answer me please...you can't jus-"

"Shut up will you?" Yelled my father. I flinched tears rolling from my eyes. I thought finally everything was fine that I'd be loved, but it turned out I was wrong... I was really wrong...I watched as my father signed the papers.

"Anaya...go and pack your bags I'll be waiting in the car outside" Alexander told me as he went out.

" Dad please let me stay!" I begged tears still rolling from my eyes.

"Anaya just go...stop testing my patience." my father spoke .

As I heard him say that I felt broken and with that I went to my room to pack...

As I went downstairs I was fuming with anger. If I was going to leave this place I should at least leave it after speaking my mind. I let out the emotions, all the things I kept to myself were coming out.

"Look Eva I was scared of you, of what you'd my 'dad' if I always talked back, but now I am done I fucking hate you and you and your daughter are both bitches, and you can roof in hell for all I care about. And you" I say pointing to my dad " you're not even worthy of being called a father you fucking sold your daughter to a man just for money. Don't you feel ashamed of yourself? You're disgusting! And I hate you! " With that I got out. As I got out my eyes landed on him...

I looked at him and found him already looking at me..." Get inside" He said as he opened the door for me. I got in, I was nervous, but I didn't want him to know.

"Look I don't know what your deal with your family is but let me make mine clear" He spoke up as he continues to

drive" Well I am 23 ... I owed your father money, but he didn't have enough to pay it back so instead he... offered you."he was silent for some time before he spoke again" I need you to marry me. "

I was shocked " marry you!?"

"Yeah, marry me. Look my parents can't know that I ... bought you... So act like you know me for a long time, and you'll be my wife if not your 'poor' father will not live to see another day. "

I didn't want to admit to myself, but I still cared for my father, even after everything he did I still couldn't forget the happy moments I had with him in my childhood, and it made my heart ache, and I didn't even have anyone or anywhere else to go to,, so I was stuck with Alexander whether I like it or not so I just nodded.

"Good girl I hope you'll take this seriously" He said sternly,his voice firm and cold.

"Umm when will we get married?" I asked my curiosity getting the best of me .

"Tonight." He said casually as if it didn't bother him at all.

"Tonight!?" I asked, I thought I misheard, but he just nodded. I just couldn't understand how he was so calm about marrying a total stranger...we didn't even know each other and marriage is a serious commitment.I was lost in thought when he called out to me.

"hmm?"

"We're here" he said as he stopped the car. I was starstrucked when I saw the place it looked like something out if a movie.

"Done admiring?" he asked and I turned my attention to him.

" You have a nice place... Do you live with your parents?" I asked again curious about him.

" No I live alone, but my parents are over right now... For our wedding..." he answered.

As we entered I felt people staring at him and I . I turned my gaze to them and noticed a woman coming towards me.

She looked at Alexander, I could tell she was very happy and excited " Is she the one ?" she asked him.

"Yes mom , she's your... daughter-in-law." He said.

"Ah I can't believe my son is getting married." She looked at me " You're beautiful darling . Welcome to the family . Come I'll introduce you to your father-in-law and his sister " she said as she took my hand

"Mom you're making her uncomfortable. Let her relax" Said Alexander.

"No I am not.Am I dear?" She asked me . I felt that both Alexander and his mom were waiting for my answer.