The soft golden sunlight filtered through the glass walls of their villa.
Sophia slowly opened her eyes, feeling warmth and security wrapped around her.
She was lying in Mirshad's arms.
His bare chest rose and fell rhythmically, his strong arms wrapped around her protectively.
For a moment, she just stared at him. His perfectly sculpted features looked so peaceful when he was asleep—so different from the powerful, intimidating Boss that ruled the world.
She traced a finger lightly across his jawline, whispering, "How are you real?"
Suddenly—
Mirshad's deep voice rumbled, "Enjoying the view?"
Sophia gasped, pulling back. "Y-You were awake?"
Mirshad smirked without opening his eyes. "For the last five minutes."
Sophia groaned. "You're the worst."
He finally opened his eyes, his piercing gaze locking onto hers.
"I'm the worst, but you still love me."
She turned away, blushing. "Shut up."
Mirshad chuckled, stretching his arms. "So, what's the plan for today, my queen?"
Sophia smirked. "Shopping."
Mirshad raised an eyebrow. "Shopping?"
Sophia nodded. "I want to buy some gifts for your brothers and Baba."
Mirshad smiled, proud of her kindness. "Then let's go."
Mirshad and Sophia arrived at the most exclusive luxury mall in the Maldives.
But there was a catch
Mirshad wasn't wearing a mask.
Nobody knew he was Boss.
To the world, he was just a mysterious, insanely handsome man.
And that… was a problem.
As soon as they entered, every woman in the mall turned to stare.
Some gasped.
Some whispered.
A few dropped their shopping bags.
One girl even walked into a glass door, completely distracted.
SOPHIA'S JEALOUSY LEVEL: 70%
She grabbed Mirshad's hand tightly.
Mirshad smirked, glancing at her. "Something wrong?"
Sophia gritting her teeth: "No. Nothing."
But inside, she was ready to fight.
As they walked, they entered a high-end jewelry store.
A female sales assistant immediately rushed over—
Ignoring Sophia.
Focusing ONLY on Mirshad.
Salesgirl flirty voice: "Welcome, sir. Looking for something special?"
Mirshad glanced at Sophia, smirking. "Yeah. Something for my woman."
Sophia immediately calmed down.
He knew exactly how to keep her happy.
As they continued shopping, a rich-looking Arab prince sitting in a VIP lounge noticed Sophia.
His name? Prince Arrafanse.
He was surrounded by bodyguards, sipping expensive wine.
The moment he saw Sophia, his eyes darkened with interest.
PRINCE ARRAFANSE'S THOUGHTS
Who is she?
A woman this beautiful shouldn't be with a commoner.
I want her.
He snapped his fingers, calling one of his men.
Arrafanse: "Find out everything about that woman."
His guard nodded and left.
Meanwhile, Sophia and Mirshad continued shopping, unaware of what was happening.
As they walked toward the exit, Arrafanse suddenly appeared in front of them.
His bodyguards surrounded them.
SOPHIA IMMEDIATELY GRIPPED MIRSHAD'S ARM.
Arrafanse smirked and looked directly at Sophia.
Arrafanse: "A beauty like you deserves a life of royalty."
SOPHIA'S JEALOUSY CHANGED TO ANGER.
She snapped, "Excuse me? I'm already with the best."
MIRSHAD WAS SILENT.
He was just staring at Arrafanse, completely calm.
Arrafanse smirked at Mirshad. "Let's make a deal. I'll pay you any amount for her."
SILENCE.
Sophia's hands clenched into fists. "What did you just say?"
Arrafanse ignored her and looked back at Mirshad.
BIGGEST MISTAKE.
Mirshad slowly raised his head, locking eyes with the prince.
Mirshad (deadly calm):
"Let me make something clear to you, prince."
"She's not something you can buy."
"She's mine."
Arrafanse smirked, not realizing his mistake.
"I can give her a better life. More money, more—"
BOOM.
Before anyone could react, Mirshad's fist connected with Arrafanse's face.
HE DIDN'T JUST PUNCH HIM.
He sent him FLYING across the mall.
Crashing into a golden statue.
EVERYONE IN THE MALL SCREAMED.
SOPHIA'S HEART RACED.
MIRSHAD SLOWLY WALKED TOWARD ARRAFANSE.
The prince was coughing, blood dripping from his mouth.
Mirshad kneeled beside him, voice dangerously low.
"You made three mistakes today."
"First, you thought I was weak."
"Second, you tried to buy MY woman."
"And third… you touched her with your eyes."
Arrafanse's bodyguards were too scared to move.
Mirshad stood up, dusting off his hands.
"If I ever see your face again…"
"You won't have one anymore."
Arrafanse passed out from fear.
As they left, Sophia stared at Mirshad in shock.
HE HAD PROTECTED HER WITHOUT HESITATION.
He didn't get angry.
He didn't argue.
He just ended the conversation with his fist.
Her heart was racing.
As they walked toward the exit, she suddenly grabbed his face—
AND KISSED HIM.
Mirshad froze for a second… then pulled her closer, deepening the kiss.
People were watching.
Sophia didn't care.
She wanted the whole world to know—
MIRSHAD WAS HERS.