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BENEATH THE COLD CONTRACT CHAPTER 36
Chapter 36:Caroline's POV I took a deep breath then opened the door. I was shocked to see a man whom I didn't recognize. He was in a tailored suit and the shoes he wore obviously screamed rich. God why can't these Billionaire's give me a break…“Wrong house…” I simply said, then tried closing the door but the man put one of his legs in the way, stopping the door from closing shut. “Caroline Parker,” he said, his voice smooth and casual. “This is your apartment right?”I didn't respond. I felt a wave of disgust roll through me, then I felt chills on my spine. What if he was actually the stalker?I gave a nervous laugh and replied. “Parker? Never heard of her.”The man looked at me like I was completely crazy. I ignored the glare and simply suggested he looked around, maybe he'd find “Caroline Parker”.I thought he'd walk away but instead he forced the door open, stepped inside and shut the door behind him. I sighed and looked him in the eye. That's when I noticed something fami
Last Updated : 2025-04-05BENEATH THE COLD CONTRACT CHAPTER 37
Chapter 37:Kelly's POV“What do you mean?” I asked, picking up my glass from the counter. Diane leaned against one of the couches. “Well, we know Kane has finally ditched his bitch.” “And?”Robertson stepped closer to me. “It means he's weak and disturbed right now, which means the moment he recovers he's coming for us all.” I gulped down the drink, the burn in my throat doing little to wash down the bitterness rising inside me.Kane. Always Kane.Even when he’s hurting, they act like he’s some unstoppable force. Like I’m the shadow and he’s the storm.I set the glass down with more force than I intended.“So what?” I said coldly. “You want me to finish the job before he bounces back?”Diane raised a brow. “We want you to be smart. Strategic. If Kane regains his footing, he’ll go after the board, the investors, and you… in that order.”Robertson added, “You’ve already planted doubt. Now’s the time to pull strings, make the board question his stability. Hit him where it hurts, his
Last Updated : 2025-04-06BENEATH THE COLD CONTRACT CHAPTER 38
Chapter 38:Kelly's POV“What are you doing here, Jayson?”Jayson smirked then clicked his tongue. “You should have known why I'm here by now”I placed my gun on the counter and heaved a sigh.“I have a guess, but you don't seem like the kind of person to do such a thing.” I glanced over at Robertson, who stood quietly by the door, his eyes watching us both with that typical, calculating expression.Jayson’s smirk remained, but his posture was more relaxed now, as if he were waiting for the storm to hit.“What do you mean?” I asked, my voice still calm, despite the tension building inside me. “What’s your angle, Jayson?”He clicked his tongue again, eyes gleaming with something like amusement. “You really don’t know, do you?” he said, leaning back slightly, his gaze flicking over to Robertson. “Well, I’ll be blunt. I’m here because my dear father thinks your brother might be getting a little out of hand. Too much chaos and too much unpredictability. It makes him... an easy target.”I
Last Updated : 2025-04-07BENEATH THE COLD CONTRACT CHAPTER 39
Chapter 39:Kane's POVI stared at the glass of whiskey in my hand. I took another sip but the burn of the alcohol in my chest couldn't quench the fire inside of me. My phone buzzed. I picked it up and frowned.Robertson?The name on the screen only made my frustration grow.I didn’t answer.But the truth was, I couldn’t afford to ignore him forever. Robertson was a tool and a pawn in this twisted game. A game I was already a part of. If I didn’t take control, I would lose everything, and I couldn’t afford that. Not now. Not now when there was a chance that I would be having a child. I reached for my phone then I swiped to dial Jayson.It rang twice before he picked up, his voice light, too casual.“Yeah?”I didn’t waste time on pleasantries. “Where are you?”“I’m out, Kane. Why?” His voice was careless, like nothing was wrong.“I saw the footage,” I said, the words hanging in the air like a threat.There was a long pause, and then a faint laugh, one that made my blood boil. “I fi
Last Updated : 2025-04-08BENEATH THE COLD CONTRACT CHAPTER 40
Chapter 40:Caroline's POVMy gaze shifted to the wall clock. 10:25. Kane should have been here by now. I sighed, then picked up my book. If he knew he was going to bail then he shouldn't have called.Today was the day the DNA Test results will come out. He had offered to drive me down himself. I had refused at first but he kept on insisting.I knew the only reason he insisted was because he thought I'd go ahead of him to change the results. And now he was purposely being late in hopes that he wouldn't find me home and then place the blame of framery on me when the tests came out positive.I wasn't smart but I wasn't so dumb that I wouldn't notice his motives. Then the sound of a car honking brought me back from my thoughts.“Speak of the devil” I thought to myself. Closing the book, I stood up, straightened my crumpled shirt, picked my bag and stepped towards the door.I walked out to see the Black SUV waiting for me. The tinted window on the driver's side slid down. Kane star
Last Updated : 2025-04-09BENEATH THE COLD CONTRACT CHAPTER 41
Chapter 41:Kane's POV“Alright. Hit me.” I gave a stiff nod. The doctor cleared his throat and opened the envelope. He stared at the paper so intensely. What did it say? I couldn't believe that I was the one worried about some result. Then he looked up and smiled. “Mr Kane Brown, the results show that your DNA matches the paternity test 99.9%, you're definitely the real father.”Caroline heaved a huge sigh. I turned to her expecting her to say something. But she didn't even look in my direction. I was the father of unborn triplets and I had broken their mother with my own words.I felt the whole world collapse around me. I didn't know whether I should be excited or worried.I felt like a sailor lost in the sea of decisions.Excited about the fact I was becoming a father or worried about the fact that Caroline might never want my children to have anything to do with me. I reached for her hand instinctively, but she pulled away before I could even graze her fingers."Caroline, p
Last Updated : 2025-04-11BENEATH THE COLD CONTRACT CHAPTER 42
Chapter 42:Kane's POVI watch the cab trail off, leaving me standing there like a fool.And as if to mock me, rain started dropping slowly then it increased to a full out downpour.I rushed to my car to escape the rain but then I realized I left my keys in the hospital.I turned on my heels and quickly rushed back. When I got in, I went to the receptionist desk. “Excuse me, I think I left my car key here.” I asked, politely.“Do you mean this?” A familiar voice came from behind me, followed by the sound of jingling keys. I turned around to see Gina standing behind me, holding out the SUV keys like they belonged to her.I smiled and reached out for it but Gina pulled away.“What are you thinking?” she said, giving me a stern look. I sighed, placing a hand over my forehead. “I want to go after her.”“And do what?”The question stung more than I expected it to. What exactly was I going to do? I didn't have a plan, I was just rushing in thinking she would accept me like she used to.
Last Updated : 2025-04-11BENEATH THE COLD CONTRACT CHAPTER 43
Chapter 43:Gina POV“You’re Diane,” I breathed, my composure slipping for half a second.She smiled, just barely. “So the rumors were true. You’ve been busy.”I forced a polite, almost mocking chuckle. “I’ve heard about you. But I didn’t realize you were still around.”“Oh, I never left,” she replied smoothly. “I just stopped being visible. Makes it easier to watch people like you work.”I straightened. “Well, unless you’ve bumped into me to offer skincare tips or borrow a lighter, I’m not sure what this is about.”Diane stepped closer, eyes narrowed. “Don’t play coy, Gina. You’ve been pulling strings like a shadow puppeteer. But puppets tend to tangle… and when they do, they break.”There was a silence between us so thick you could cut it with a diamond.I recovered with a slow, cold smile. “If you’ve got something to say, say it. I don’t play well with cryptic threats.”“Oh, it’s not a threat,” she said, her tone almost amused. “It’s a promise.”And just like that, she turned on he
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Chapter 49:Kane's POV“What do you mean Mr. Reynolds has escaped?” I growled, my voice slicing through the room like a blade.The air went still.Micah hesitated, then straightened. “We received intel from Russia ten minutes ago. Facility 09 was compromised.”I leaned forward slowly. “Compromised how?”“There was an assault. Clean. Fast. No security feeds survived, and over forty guards are confirmed dead. Reynolds is no longer in custody.”A sharp pain pulsed behind my eyes.“That prison was underground,” I muttered. “Built to contain the worst of the worst. There were only two ways in or out—and both were death traps.”Micah nodded grimly. “Whoever orchestrated this knew that. It was inside help. The escape was executed using one of the facility’s backup helicopters.”Of course it was.I turned my back to them, staring out the window, jaw clenched hard enough to ache.Reynolds was out.That meant the nightmare wasn’t over. That meant the ghosts from our past weren’t done with us ye
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Chapter 48:Jayson's POVThe wind howled like a beast as the helicopter blades cut through the frozen Russian air. I looked down at the blanket of white below, vast, endless, and suffocating. Somewhere beneath that snow-covered wilderness was the place I swore I’d never return to.The prison.It was buried so deep underground that even the devil would think twice before stepping in.“We’re here,” the pilot said, his thick accent slicing through my thoughts. “Five minutes.”I nodded and adjusted the black gloves on my hands, tightening them as the metal bird began to descend onto a narrow helipad surrounded by nothing but ice, barbed fences, and cold steel watchtowers. The sight alone pulled old memories I’d buried so deep.As soon as the chopper touched down, I stepped out, boots crunching against the snow. The wind slapped me in the face, biting through my coat like needles, but it didn’t matter.I was here for a reason.Two guards in heavy winter uniforms approached, rifles strapped
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Chapter 47Kelly POV“What do you mean they failed?” Robertson snarled, banging on my table.“We don't know what happened,” the messenger stuttered, stepping back. “Everything was going as planned then suddenly Kane showed up with his men.”“Kane?” Robertson paused. The messenger lightened up. “Yes, Kane, it was Kane's fault.” “And how did he know?” Robertson asked calmly, brandishing his pistol. “Well… I.. I…” BANG!!!The messengers face gave a neutral expression as he clutched his bloody chest, he gave me one look then landed on the floor with a hard thud. I walked over the lifeless body and stood across Robertson who was pouring himself a drink. “You didn't have to kill him,” I sighed. Robertson’s eyes flickered to me. “Well, he failed to kidnap the bitch.” “He was still one of your best hitman,” I reminded him, taking the seat in front of me. “Besides you're up against Kane, you shouldn't expect it to be that simple.” Robertson took a sip from the glass, poured more on a
BENEATH THE COLD CONTRACT CHAPTER 46
Chapter 46:Caroline’s POVI felt a chill run down my spine. The man's words echoed in my head. If necessary…So they would kill us if we didn't comply. There was no way Kane sent these men. He might be controlling and ruthless, but he would never endanger me. Not like this. Not when I was carrying his children.Before I could process another thought, one of them grabbed me, his grip tightened around my arm. I cried out, struggling, but it only made him hold me tighter.Across the room, Gina was putting up a fight of her own. She wasn’t going down quietly, she kicked, clawed, and cursed like a soldier in battle. But it wasn’t enough. One of the men slammed her against the wall, pinning her arms behind her.“No…. stop! Let her go!” I screamed, panic choking my voice.“Quiet,” the man growled.I thrashed, but their grip never loosened. They were strong. Trained. This wasn’t a random break-in.They were here on a mission.Just as the man holding me turned toward the door, dragging me a
BENEATH THE COLD CONTRACT CHAPTER 45
Chapter 45:Kane's POV “Very well, then.” I stood slowly, keeping my jaw tight. I took my bath and dressed up in one of my tailored suits. My eyes landed on the ear pods on my desk. It had been a while since I listened to any music, I had avoided it for years.Anytime I listened to music, it only meant I was about to do something serious. Apparently whenever I listened to music, I usually had the best performances and I never really needed to use my full abilities to get what I want.But now…. I was dealing with Kelly. I picked up the earpod case, popped one into my ear, opened my playlist then pressed ‘In the Heights the musical.’I opened the door and met my assistant waiting beside my car. It's time I took this game seriously. I told myself before walking into the car. It's high time I showed them who the king was.When I stepped into the car, I almost frowned but then I smiled. The scent of Caroline's perfume from the previous day still lingered in the car. Caroline….. she h
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Chapter 44:Kane's POV~10 Years Ago~“Remember this facility is to make sure that even the inferior DNA’s have the highest IQ and probability.” Mr Reynolds said calmly, though his voice lacked signs of warmth. The examiner observed me as I played chess with another examiner, smiled and looked up at him. “This kid is brilliant, better than most of the children we've gathered, so sir I suggest we….”A gunshot into the air interrupting the examiner, the bullet narrowly missing him by the neck. Mr. Reynolds holstered his gun. “Don't you dare show bias to anyone, not even my own offspring.” “Uhh, yes sir.” The examiner replied, nervously. Mr. Reynolds glanced at me then started walking away. “Train him. Even if it means breaking him.”They thought I couldn't hear them. Not only did he kill my parents… now he wanted to train me to become his top dog.I had lost my parents and my sister. Meanwhile my brother, the only survivor alongside me, now hated me with passion. I placed the quee
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Chapter 43:Gina POV“You’re Diane,” I breathed, my composure slipping for half a second.She smiled, just barely. “So the rumors were true. You’ve been busy.”I forced a polite, almost mocking chuckle. “I’ve heard about you. But I didn’t realize you were still around.”“Oh, I never left,” she replied smoothly. “I just stopped being visible. Makes it easier to watch people like you work.”I straightened. “Well, unless you’ve bumped into me to offer skincare tips or borrow a lighter, I’m not sure what this is about.”Diane stepped closer, eyes narrowed. “Don’t play coy, Gina. You’ve been pulling strings like a shadow puppeteer. But puppets tend to tangle… and when they do, they break.”There was a silence between us so thick you could cut it with a diamond.I recovered with a slow, cold smile. “If you’ve got something to say, say it. I don’t play well with cryptic threats.”“Oh, it’s not a threat,” she said, her tone almost amused. “It’s a promise.”And just like that, she turned on he
BENEATH THE COLD CONTRACT CHAPTER 42
Chapter 42:Kane's POVI watch the cab trail off, leaving me standing there like a fool.And as if to mock me, rain started dropping slowly then it increased to a full out downpour.I rushed to my car to escape the rain but then I realized I left my keys in the hospital.I turned on my heels and quickly rushed back. When I got in, I went to the receptionist desk. “Excuse me, I think I left my car key here.” I asked, politely.“Do you mean this?” A familiar voice came from behind me, followed by the sound of jingling keys. I turned around to see Gina standing behind me, holding out the SUV keys like they belonged to her.I smiled and reached out for it but Gina pulled away.“What are you thinking?” she said, giving me a stern look. I sighed, placing a hand over my forehead. “I want to go after her.”“And do what?”The question stung more than I expected it to. What exactly was I going to do? I didn't have a plan, I was just rushing in thinking she would accept me like she used to.
BENEATH THE COLD CONTRACT CHAPTER 41
Chapter 41:Kane's POV“Alright. Hit me.” I gave a stiff nod. The doctor cleared his throat and opened the envelope. He stared at the paper so intensely. What did it say? I couldn't believe that I was the one worried about some result. Then he looked up and smiled. “Mr Kane Brown, the results show that your DNA matches the paternity test 99.9%, you're definitely the real father.”Caroline heaved a huge sigh. I turned to her expecting her to say something. But she didn't even look in my direction. I was the father of unborn triplets and I had broken their mother with my own words.I felt the whole world collapse around me. I didn't know whether I should be excited or worried.I felt like a sailor lost in the sea of decisions.Excited about the fact I was becoming a father or worried about the fact that Caroline might never want my children to have anything to do with me. I reached for her hand instinctively, but she pulled away before I could even graze her fingers."Caroline, p
