As the CEO of Sebastian Pictures, I have power and authority. I was the one who called the shots, constantly in the spotlight. I was meant to be the man in charge. Until I met Eloise, she was a junior art director at my subsidiary company. She also happened to be my best friend's ex-girlfriend. To her, I was Mr. Dangerous in a suit-her new boss. For me, she was a challenge I couldn't resist. I was used to getting what I wanted. I craved to own her, possess her. Now, we'd gotten ourselves tangled in a game where neither of us could win. But here's the thing: the more we played, the more she turned the tables. She had me breaking my own rules.

Chapter 1 Prologue

ADAM

Let me give you a little glimpse into who I was so you won't be disappointed later. I wasn't your typical guy, especially when compared to my brothers. They were the hopeless romantics, believing in fairy tale endings and falling head over heels for every woman Cupid threw their way. But let me save you from any illusions you might have had about me.

I wasn't the prince on a white horse everyone imagined me to be. I was more of a "knight in tarnished armor."

I always knew I was different. I was naturally inclined to seek control in every aspect of my life-from my social status and wealth to my relationships and even the decisions I made. I also preferred obedient women. I took pleasure in watching them kneel before me, pleading, exploring their own wicked desires, and willing to fulfill my every command. Some may label it as odd, but I never pretended otherwise.

Consider yourself warned because I could be the most spiteful guy you'd ever meet. It might have been hard to believe, but trust me, once you stepped into my world, you'd be begging for more... if you were into that sort of thing, of course.

Cheers.