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Power. Control. Discipline.

Peter Alexander built his empire on these principles, becoming the second wealthiest man in the world. Cold, ruthless, and dangerously untouchable, he has no patience for weakness—especially not the kind that comes from desire.

Then she walks into his life.

Naarah, a breathtaking beauty with an innocent heart, unknowingly steps into Peter’s world when she interrupts a high-stakes business meeting, challenging him in front of his board. Bold, unaware of the dangers surrounding her, she defies him without hesitation. And for the first time in years, Peter feels something stir—something dangerous, something forbidden.

But he’s not the only one who notices her.

His greatest rival, the world’s richest and most merciless man, sets his sights on Naarah, mistaking lust for love and believing she belongs to him. Deception, manipulation, and a deadly obsession pull her deeper into a world she doesn’t understand. And when she begins to mistake her confusion for feelings toward the wrong man, the stakes rise even higher.

Peter watches, his patience wearing thin, his control slipping. She should fear him—he’s a man who takes what he wants. Yet, she challenges him at every turn, awakening a hunger he can no longer ignore.

But when his rival crosses the line, threatening to steal everything, Peter will stop at nothing to protect the woman he can no longer deny belongs to him.

In a battle of power, passion, and possession, can Naarah resist the dark allure of the billionaire who wants to claim her? And when desire turns to something deeper, will Peter allow himself to surrender to the only thing he’s ever feared—love?

Taming the Billionaire’s Desire

The silence in the mansion was unsettling. Naarah sat by the large window, staring at the city lights, her thoughts tangled in the web of emotions she couldn't quite understand. Her heart felt heavy, her mind restless. Ever since that night—when Peter had kissed her—everything had changed. She had tried to push the memory away, to convince herself that it didn't mean anything. But the truth was, it had shaken her to her core.

Peter had been distant since then, and she wasn't sure why. He still carried that same air of authority, that controlled demeanor, but there was something else—something unspoken between them. It was frustrating. She didn't understand why she felt this way, why his absence made her restless, why his teasing left a lingering warmth in her chest.

She sighed, pressing her fingers against her temples. Maybe she was overthinking. Maybe—

A knock at the door made her jolt. Before she could respond, the door creaked open, and Peter stepped inside. He was dressed in his usual tailored suit, but tonight, there was a tension in his posture, a storm in his eyes that she couldn't ignore.

"Naarah," he said, his voice smooth yet edged with something unreadable.

She swallowed hard, forcing herself to meet his gaze. "Yes?"

He studied her for a long moment before stepping closer. "Why have you been avoiding me?"

Her breath caught. She hadn't expected him to be so direct. "I—I haven't been avoiding you."

Peter arched an eyebrow, a smirk playing at his lips. "Really?"

She looked away, feeling heat creep up her neck. "I just… I've been busy."

Her head snapped up, eyes wide. "Excuse me?"

He took another step forward, closing the distance between them. "You've been running, Naarah. Ever since that kiss."

Her heart pounded. "That kiss… It didn't mean anything."

His expression darkened slightly, and for a moment, she thought she saw a flicker of something vulnerable beneath the surface. "Didn't it?" he murmured, his voice dangerously soft.

She opened her mouth, but no words came out. Because she didn't know what to say. Because she had lied.

The air between them grew heavy, thick with tension. Peter's gaze never wavered from hers, as if he was searching for something—an answer she wasn't sure she had.

Finally, he exhaled, running a hand through his hair. "You're confusing, Naarah."

He let out a low chuckle, though there was no humor in it. "You challenge me in ways I never expected. One moment, you're soft and innocent, and the next, you're pushing me away."

"I don't mean to…" she whispered, gripping the edge of her dress.

He tilted his head, watching her. Then, slowly, he reached out, his fingers brushing against her chin, tilting her face up to meet his. "Then what do you mean to do?"

Her breath hitched. The warmth of his touch sent a shiver down her spine. She wanted to look away, to break free from the intensity of his gaze—but she couldn't. She was trapped in it, in him.

"I—I don't know," she admitted, her voice barely above a whisper.

For a long moment, neither of them spoke. Then, without warning, Peter stepped back, his hand dropping away. The loss of his touch left an ache she didn't understand.

"Figure it out, Naarah," he said, his voice quieter now. "Because I don't think I can hold back forever."

And with that, he turned and left, leaving her standing there, breathless and more confused than ever.

CHAPTER 21