Their first public appearance as a couple was at a high-profile charity event. Alexis wore a stunning red dress that accentuated her figure, while Damien looked dashing in a tailored black suit. As they entered the venue hand in hand, heads turned, and whispers followed them.
"Remember, we need to sell this," Damien murmured in her ear, his breath sending a shiver down her spine.
Alexis nodded, her grip tightening on his arm. They moved through the crowd, smiling and greeting people, their chemistry undeniable. It wasn't long before the media picked up on their supposed romance, and soon, pictures of them together were splashed across gossip columns and business magazines.
Despite the staged nature of their relationship, Alexis found herself enjoying Damien's company more than she had anticipated. He was intelligent, charming, and attentive, traits she rarely found in her usual circles. Yet, she reminded herself, it was all an act.
One evening, after a particularly grueling board meeting, Alexis and Damien found themselves alone in his penthouse apartment, debriefing over a glass of wine. The city lights twinkled below them, casting a soft glow in the room.
"You played your part well today," Damien remarked, raising his glass to her.
"Thank you," Alexis replied, sipping her wine. "Though I must admit, this is more challenging than I expected."
Damien's eyes darkened slightly as he looked at her. "I find it hard to believe that anything could challenge you, Alexis."
She felt a flutter in her chest at his words but quickly suppressed it. "It's all about maintaining control," she said, her voice firm.
"Is that so?" Damien said, his gaze unwavering. "What if, just for tonight, you let go of that control?"
Alexis's breath caught in her throat. The air between them seemed to crackle with tension. She knew it was dangerous territory, blurring the lines of their fake relationship. But part of her was tempted, more than she cared to admit.
"And why would I do that?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.
"Because sometimes," Damien said, stepping closer, "letting go is the most powerful thing you can do."
YOU ARE READING
Bound by Power
RomanceIn the heart of New York City, where towering skyscrapers kissed the sky and hustle and bustle never ceased. witness the love story of Alexis Carter, CEO of Carter Enterprises and Damien Blackwood the head of Blackwood Industries.
