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Beneath The CEOs Control chapter twenty one: The hunter becoming the hunted
Adrian sat in his dimly lit study, fingers tapping rhythmically against the surface of his desk. The frustration was obvious on his face as his forehead tightened . It's not that he was scared about his safety, he is scared because of Kayla. They now know that she's his weak point and this is what he has been trying to avoid . Now Kayla is going to be used against him, making her vulnerable and not safe. A knock on the door interrupted his thoughts. Without waiting for permission, Ethan stepped inside. His usual lovely smirk was absent, replaced by a very serious face. He closed the door behind him and leaned against the wall nearby just staring at Adrian. "We have a huge problem Ad," Ethan announced, cutting straight to the point without menacing words. Adrian sighed, rubbing his temples. "Tell me something I don't already know Ethan." Ethan walked over, tossing a file onto Adrian's desk. "Fiona and Victor signed an alliance. They are going to be helping each other from now on
Last Updated : 2025-02-19Beneath The CEOs Control chapter twenty two: sweet love
" You know that you could have said something right?, Kayla said." Said something? I felt like you wouldn't understand even though I had spoken up." Adrian repliedAdrian leaned back in his chair and sighed, Kayla who is sitt6across from him, her eyes locked onto him. The room then fell silent but the silence was defeaning . Kayla exhales. "All these times, I thought you were just being mean and cold towards me. I thought you hated me and wanted nothing more than to punish me . Buy it was all to protect me?? Only if you had talked. She said feeling guilty.Adrian scoffed, And you would have listened and believed me? You detested me, thought I had ruined your life. Bring lovey doveywith you wouldn't have helped you in any way. I had to feign anger towards you to make you stronger. " I'm so sorry Adrian. I really am. I apologize for my stupid behaviors then. I was only trying to defend myself. " She says feeling sad and sorry."No baby girl. Don't be . Nobody can stand being manip
Last Updated : 2025-03-05Beneath The CEOs Control chapter twenty three: A warning and a plan
Kayla paced across the room, her arms folded tightly across her chest. “He’s never going to stop, us he?"Adrian sat on the edge of the bed, watching her with amusement,“No, he isn't".Kayla turned to him sharply,her frustration threatening to overflow.“Then what do we do, Adrian? He walked in here asking for me like I'm some package, Like I’m some deal he’s cashing in on. I swear, I had the irresistible urge to slap that smirk off his face!!".Adrian’s jaw ticked. “You should have.”Her lips parted in surprise. “Really?”A sarcastic smile tugged at his lips. “Would’ve been fun to watch.”She scoffed. “You’re impossible, like how aren't you bothered by this.” But despite the tension in her body, she felt herself relax, just a little.Then Adrian’s smirk faded, replaced by a more serious expression.“Victor’s not backing down. I know him too well—he doesn’t take no for an answer neither does he know when to stop until he gets what he wants."Kayla swallowed. “So, what do you suggest we
Last Updated : 2025-03-07Beneath The CEOs Control chapter twenty four: A dangerous proposition
Kayla could barely sleep. Even with Adrian’s reassurances and soft words, Victor’s visit lingers in her mind like a constant whisper. Anytime she closes her eyes, all she could see was his smug and stupid face.The next morning, she wakes up to find Adrian gone. A sharp spike of anxiety grips her chest. She rushes downstairs, almost bumping into Ethan.“Where’s Adrian?” she demands.Ethan’s face turns puzzled and surprised. “Handling business.”“Business?” she repeats. “He didn’t tell me he was going anywhere."Ethan exhales. “Look, Kayla, I know you’re worried, but Adrian’s always five steps ahead. Trust him.”Kayla clenches her fists. “Trust him? I'm really trying my best here . Victor came here yesterday and made it clear that he’s not backing down, and Adrian just—” She stops herself, exhaling sharply.Ethan watches her for a moment before speaking. “Victor has already infiltrated the company. That’s what Adrian’s handling.”Kayla’s eyes widen. “What?, I thought it's his supplie
Last Updated : 2025-03-10Beneath The CEOs Control chapter twenty five: The trap is set
Kayla sat across from Adrian in his office, as silence fills the room.The morning had been spent analyzing the latest intel Ethan had uncovered about Victor’s movements. Lately, they are always in Adrian's office."Coming up with something tangible?"Kayla finally asked, gripping the edge of Adrian's desk in anticipation Adrian leaned back in his chair, his sharp gaze locked on her. "You're already doing enough by staying out of Victor’s reach. I don't need you getting involve in this dirty fight."Her frustration boiled over. "And what? Sit here while he keeps making moves? He won’t stop until he destroys you, Adrian. And if that means using me, he will!, I'm still wondering what's the hatred is all about."Adrian exhaled, his jaw tightening. He hated how right she was. Victor had already infiltrated his businesses, sent threats, and made it clear Kayla was part of his leverage.Ethan, who had been leaning against the bookshelf, finally spoke. "Actually… we could turn the tables."Ad
Last Updated : 2025-03-12Beneath The CEOs Control chapter twenty six: Cutting ties with daddy
Kayla stormed into her father's living room, her heels clicking against the marble floor with great force.She could feel her heart pounding in her ears, rage simmering beneath the surface, waiting for the perfect time to explode.The betrayal, the lies, the manipulation—it was too much. She had swallowed her pain for far too long, but tonight, she will confront er first demon. Across the room, her father, Mr Marshall, sat in his usual leather chair, his posture relaxed as he swirled a glass of expensive whiskey in one hand. He didn’t even look at her.The man who once claimed to love her, to want the best for her, now sat there, acting as if nothing had happened. As if he hadn’t tried to ruin her life multiple times. "If this is about Adrian, save your breath," he said casually, taking a slow sip of his drink. Kayla's hands curled into fists at her sides in anger The casual dismissal made her blood boil and more irritated . "This isn’t just about Adrian," she seethed. "This is ab
Last Updated : 2025-03-14Beneath The CEOs Control chapter twenty seven: the betrayal that started it all
Adrian never used to hate Victor.Once, they had been inseparable. Brothers—not related by blood, but by something even stronger. Trust. Loyalty. A bond forged through struggle, ambition, and an unshakable belief that they were destined to conquer the world together.They built their empire side by side, together , rising from nothing, turning their names into something feared and respected. Removing every obstacles together. Their friendship was to die for.But that was before jealousy poisoned everything.Before Victor killed the only woman Adrian ever loved.Seven Years Ago – The Night Everything ChangedA grand ballroom in New York. Chandeliers hanging like fallen stars. The air thick with wealth, power, and deception.Adrian adjusted the cuff of his suit, scanning the crowd with sharp, assessing eyes. Tonight was a victory. A&V Enterprises had just secured its biggest contract yet, pushing them into the league of untouchables. Every major player was in the room, eager to shake th
Last Updated : 2025-03-15Beneath The CEOs Control chapter twenty eight: she's taken
yla laughed as she held up a red dress against her body, twirling slightly in front of the Checking herself out. "This red one? Or the black one?"Clarissa looked at them.. "Black. Red makes you look like you're trying too hard, like it's giving desperation.Kayla gasped in mock offense. "Excuse me? Red is bold. Red is confidence!"Clarissa smirked. "Red is Adrian’s favorite color."Kayla rolled her eyes. "Okay, maybe that too. Maybe"The boutique was luxurious, filled with the scent of expensive perfumes , clothes , bags and every ladies dream and soft music playing in the background. They had been shopping for nearly two hours, hopping from one designer store to another. Kayla felt light—genuinely happy for the first time in a while. It feels good to wind up sometimes."You know," Clarissa said as she examined a row of high heels, "I never thought I'd see the day where you would willingly use Adrian’s black card freely, considering how you guys started. I thought it was going to be
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Beneath The CEOs Control chapter forty four: A life borrowed
Cipher stepped into the dimly lit chamber, seated there was a man dressed in leather behind the desk. Shadows clung to the corners of the room, swallowing every ounce of warmth. The boss didn’t even lift his eyes from the scotch glass in his hand.“Well?” the man’s voice came, calm but authoritative “It’s done,” Cipher replied firmly. “I planted the bomb underneath the building as planned. They are all dead.A slow nod followed. The boss swirled the amber liquid in his glass, his gaze distant, thoughtful.“No one survived?” he asked again, this time with a slight edge. “You’re absolutely sure?”Cipher hesitated a moment before straightening. “Yes. I made sure everything went according to plan. Kayla. Adrian. Victor. Ethan. Clarissa. They were all in the building when it blew.”The boss finally looked up, his steel-grey eyes pinning Cipher in place. “And you’re confident that no one saw you?"“No one,” Cipher responded obedientlyThe boss rose to his feet with the elegance of a lion
Beneath The CEOs Control chapter forty three: the bomb attack
The message sent had been simple, cryptic, and said to be of utmost importance. No name. No sender. Just a location and time.Adrian read it twice, jaw tightening. His instincts buzzed with curiosity and doubt.Across the city, Ethan stared at the same message, eyebrows furrowed. “What the hell is this?” he muttered. Clarissa leaned over his shoulder. “Whats this supposed to mean.are you going to go"?“I don’t know. But I feel like I should.”Victor laughed coldly as he pocketed the message. “Nice try, bastards. Let’s see what you have planned. I know for a fact Adrian is doing this."Kayla clutched her phone nervously. “Adrian, did you get this?”He nodded. “We’re going. I’ll have men surrounding the area. Stay close to me and you'll be safe."By noon, the old industrial building sat like a waiting beast, rusting and silent. One by one, they arrived. First Adrian and Kayla, then Ethan and Clarissa. Victor arrived last, flanked by two guards, a smug smirk painted on his face.“You?, A
Beneath The CEOs Control chapter forty two: Fiona's scheme
Fiona paced the dimly lit hotel room, her heartbeat thudding like a war drum in her chest. She had been on the run long enough, laying low, changing hotels, wearing wigs to flaw her appearance,But the anxiety never stopped. The fear only grew deeper. Adrian could find her. Victor could kill her. It was just a matter of who got to her first and either way, she's dead.She picked up the burner phone, the third one she’d used this week, and dialed a number she was told never to call unless she was desperate. She was. The call rang once.A voice answered. No pleasantries, no name. Just silence.“I need to meet with you,” Fiona said. “Tonight. In person. It’s urgent.”“Address,” the voice replied, cold and straight She gave them the hotel name and room number, then hung up. No time for pleasantries. She knew how this worked. She was dealing with an organization that specialized in making people disappear. An elite house of assassins. And she needed their best.Exactly twenty five minutes
Beneath The CEOs Control chapter forty one: going back home
Victor’s men stood tall in the dark alley, their faces hidden behind hideous masks, their posture as stupid as they are. Ethan walked calmly toward them, a black leather briefcase in one hand and a composed expression masking the war that's going on inside of him.“This better be everything,” the tallest of Victor’s men growled, stretching out his hand.Ethan dropped the briefcase onto the car bonnet. “It’s all there. Every file, every password, every damn thing you asked for.”The man snapped it open, flipping through neatly arranged files, USB drives, and hard copies of encrypted accounts. Ethan had worked all night with Adrian’s tech team to make them look real. The level of detail was so precise, even an expert would be fooled—at least, for a while.“Now that you are satisfied, will you take me to her?,” Ethan demanded, voice cold and sharp like steel.“Master Victor will decide that,” the man replied and motioned for him to wait.A sleek black car pulled up beside them. Victor s
Beneath The CEOs Control chapter forty: rissa is missing
What!!?? Rissa is missing??!!”Kayla’s voice rang out like a siren screaming to free herself from a wicked fisherman's net ,slicing through the calm. Her hands trembled, Ethans phone clutched tightly as the message flashed on the screen. Ethan’s face was drained of color. Adrian turned immediately, eyes narrowing.“Wait—what did you just say?” he asked, stepping closer.Kayla’s lips quivered. “Cant you hear him, he said that my best friend is fucking missing." Adrian’s jaw tensed. “What the hell are you talking about? We were all together just hours ago.”Ethan stood frozen, his phone buzzing again in his pocket. Slowly, he pulled it out. One glance, and his stomach dropped.It read:"Come alone. We have your girl. You have 48 hours. Don’t tell Adrian. Or she dies.A chill swept down his spine. His throat dried as Adrian noticed the way Ethan’s fingers twitched around his phone.“What’s going on?” Adrian asked, stepping forward. “You just got a message too. Show me.”Ethan slipped th
Beneath The CEOs Control chapter thirty nine: sweet Valentine or not?
The sun rose beautifully over the lockwood estate, making the environment look surreal.Kayla stretched beautifully under the silk sheets, her body still aching from the night before. Her skin tingled with the memory of Adrian’s touch, his kiss, the feeling of him inside her, the way he pleasured her in a way she couldn't imagine.“Happy Valentine’s Day, sweetheart,” Adrian’s deep voice broke through her thoughts. He leaned against the doorframe, his blue eyes soft, a beautiful smile plastered on his faceKayla sat up, smiling. “Is it Val's day already?"He walked to her, kissed her forehead, then murmured, “ Yes, it is. Now I need you to get dressed, I'm taking you somewhere special."She giggled. “Special? Where?”Adrian smirked. “How is it a surprise if I tell you"An hour later, Kayla stepped out of the mansion, looking so beautiful and speechless because she saw....Ethan stood by the car, grinning from ear to ear, while Clarissa waved excitedly, already seated inside. Adrian held
Beneath The CEOs Control chapter thirty eight: cum for me
He leaned in and captured her lips in a kiss that was slow, intentional, raw and passionate. It deepened quickly, their mouths molding together in a hunger that had been restrained for long His hands cupped her face as if she were something fragile, yet his body pressed against hers with a desperate need and a burning desire.He backed her gently toward the bed, never breaking the kiss. When the back of her knees hit the edge of the bed,"Are you ready for this baby?""I've never wanted something so bad In my life. I WANT YOU ADRIAN""Really, I'm not promising you that I'd be gentle. I've been starved for a long time.""I want you Ady, take me"And that was all he needed to hearAdrian lifted her onto the bed, laying her down as if she were the most precious thing he’d ever touched. He climbed over her slowly, letting his weight settle on her just enough for her to feel the strength of his desire. Their kisses grew messier, deeper, more demanding. Hands roamed, exploring skin that bur
Beneath The CEOs Control chapter thirty seven: wrapped in you
The weather today was so good and warm. The ray of morning sun peeked Into the room through the glass, casting golden shadows. Adrian laid on the bed, one arm tucked behind his head, while the other wrapped around Kayla's waist, keeping her as close as possible. She laid on his chest, her fingers tracing from his face to his chest, their legs tangled. No words were spoken, none was needed. Not today, not even in this sweet moment."You know, I wish we could stay like this forever." Kayla spoke softly against his chest.Adrian smiled, giving her a kiss on her forehead. " Then let's never move. Let's just stay like this forever and ever "I just wish we could just live a peaceful life, like going for walks in the park or something without watching our backs."she said sadly."Hey baby, don't even be like that. Sooner than later, we'd be able to do everything that you love. All I know is , at the very end, we'd be fine. A flush crept up her cheeks and she tried to look away but he hel
Beneath The CEOs Control chapter thirty six: questions in the quiet
Ethan sat at the edge of the bed, rubbing his palm against his jeans as he stared with admiration at Clarissa who was fussing with her earrings in the mirror. She looked effortlessly beautiful even in silence, and the softness of her reflection is just a marvelous sight to behold. It made him feel so proud of himself.“Don't you ever stop to reason how we ended up here , together?" Ethan asked, his voice filled with love and sincerity.Clarissa turned, surprised by his tone. “Here? Like… here together?”He nodded slowly. “Yeah. With all the that gave way to our meeting , you’re still the one thing that feels right. You’re my very own calm in the storm,Rissa."Her lips curled into a small smile, and she walked over to him, sitting on his legs as her fingers ran through his hair. “You’re not that bad yourself. Even with that stubborn temper and your overprotective and hidden instincts."He let out a low laugh. “What can I say? I’d rather be hated for being overprotective than mourn the
