

Victor Kenneth
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Novels by Victor Kenneth

The Heir’s Secret Agenda
Adrian Vale’s life was shattered when his father disowned him, sending him into the shadows of the world he once dominated. But now, five years later, he returns—not as the disgraced heir, but as a self-made billionaire with one goal in mind: to take back what was stolen from him. What he doesn't expect, however, is the twist of fate that awaits him. His ex-fiancée, Emma Caldwell, is now engaged to his ruthless stepbrother, Victor, the very man who helped frame Adrian for a crime he didn’t commit.
Fueled by a thirst for revenge and the scars of betrayal, Adrian infiltrates their world, determined to tear everything down. But as he gets closer to Emma, the woman he never truly stopped loving, the lines between revenge and forgiveness begin to blur. Emma is not the woman he thought she was—she’s trapped in Victor’s manipulative grasp, just as much a victim as Adrian was.
As dark secrets unravel and alliances shift, Adrian and Emma find themselves forced to confront a shocking truth: Victor may not even be Adrian’s stepbrother. With their pasts hanging over them, Adrian and Emma must choose—will they allow love to heal their wounds, or will Adrian’s thirst for revenge destroy them both?
The stakes are higher than ever as betrayal runs deep, and the game of revenge becomes more dangerous than ever.
Can Adrian and Emma overcome the past and fight for a future together?
Read now to discover how their story unfolds.
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Chapter: Chapter 10: Unmasking the Truth
Adrian’s piercing glare locked on Emma as the tension in the room reached its breaking point. Her arms were crossed defensively, her lips trembling as she struggled to find the words that would make him believe her."Why don’t you just say it, Emma?" Adrian snapped, pacing the length of her apartment. "You’ve been hiding things from me since the moment I got back. First, you play the victim. Then, you act like you’re on my side. Now, I find out you’ve been meeting with Victor behind my back! What the hell am I supposed to think?"Emma’s voice was hoarse when she finally spoke. "You’re supposed to think that I’ve been trying to survive! Do you have any idea what he’s capable of?"Adrian stopped mid-step, his gaze narrowing. "I know exactly what he’s capable of. That’s why I’m asking you—are you with me or against me?"Emma inhaled sharply, her resolve crumbling. "He’s threatening my sister, Adrian," she admitted, her voice breaking. "Victor found out about her debt, and he’s using it t
Last Updated: 2025-01-23
Chapter: Chapter 9: The Enemy Within
The tension in the boardroom was suffocating. Adrian Vale stood at the head of the table, his voice cutting through the silence like a blade.“Let me be very clear,” Adrian said, his gaze piercing through each board member before landing on Victor. “I have undeniable proof that funds from Vale Industries have been siphoned into offshore accounts. The numbers don’t lie. And if you dig deeper, you’ll see that it all points back to Victor.”Victor leaned back in his chair, his expression calm, almost amused. “Proof?” He chuckled. “That’s a serious accusation, Adrian. I trust you wouldn’t waste everyone’s time with baseless claims.”Adrian slammed a folder onto the table. “The proof is right here. Bank transfers, shell companies, and your signature tie it all together. Care to explain?”Victor picked up the folder, flipping through its contents with mock interest. “This is impressive. Almost convincing, even. But there’s one problem: none of this implicates me directly. It could’ve been a
Last Updated: 2025-01-23
Chapter: Chapter 8: Cracks in the Facade
Emma stared at the glowing skyline from the balcony of her apartment, her hands trembling as she clutched the USB drive Adrian had given her. The weight of their earlier conversation pressed heavily on her chest. Adrian’s deal echoed in her mind: Help me expose Victor, and I’ll protect you. It sounded noble, almost heroic. But this wasn’t a fairy tale.She couldn’t shake the memory of Victor’s menacing whisper at the gala. The threat still lingered, clawing at her resolve. If Victor found out she was working with Adrian, there would be no escape.A knock at her door startled her. She quickly stuffed the USB into her pocket and smoothed her dress. “Who is it?” she called out, her voice steadier than she felt.“It’s me,” Adrian replied from the other side.Emma hesitated before opening the door. Adrian stepped inside, his presence commanding as always, but his expression was softer than usual.“Did you find anything?” he asked, his voice low.Emma nodded, closing the door behind him. Sh
Last Updated: 2025-01-23
Chapter: Chapter 7: Bonds Broken, Lines Crossed
The grand ballroom of the Carlton Hotel was an opulent display of wealth and influence. Glittering chandeliers illuminated the sea of designer gowns and tailored suits. Emma stood at Victor’s side, her smile carefully crafted, though her nerves threatened to unravel with every passing moment. Victor’s grip on her waist was firm, a reminder that she was under his control.“Smile, Emma,” Victor whispered, leaning close. His voice was low, but the menace in his tone was unmistakable. “We wouldn’t want our guests to think there’s trouble in paradise, would we?”Her lips curved upward, but it felt more like a grimace. As the music swelled and laughter echoed around the room, Emma’s eyes scanned the crowd, hoping for an escape. She spotted a tray of champagne glasses and reached for one, eager for a moment to steady herself.Before she could take a sip, the room fell into a hush. All eyes turned to the entrance as Adrian Vale strode in, exuding confidence and power. His tailored black suit
Last Updated: 2025-01-23
Chapter: Chapter 6: Shadows of the Past
The elevator doors slid shut, leaving Emma and Victor alone in the hallway. Adrian clenched his fists as he watched them disappear. His heart pounded, but he forced himself to calm down. He had spent years mastering control over his emotions—he couldn’t let them unravel now.But Emma’s words lingered: “I didn’t tell you because I couldn’t.” What did she mean? Why was she keeping secrets, and how deep was her involvement with Victor?Adrian walked away, his mind racing. He had no intention of letting this go unanswered.---Later that evening, Adrian sat in his penthouse office, overlooking the glittering city skyline. His assistant, Max, a wiry man with a sharp wit and an even sharper mind, walked in holding a tablet.“You’re going to want to see this,” Max said, dropping the device on Adrian’s desk. “I traced Victor’s offshore accounts. Turns out, he’s been funneling money into a series of shell companies for years. And get this—one of those accounts was used to pay off someone who t
Last Updated: 2025-01-23
Chapter: Chapter 5: The Web of Lies Deepens
Adrian leaned back in the leather chair, his jaw clenched as he studied the documents spread across the mahogany desk in front of him. The accountant, a nervous man named Carl Weston, shifted uncomfortably across from him, dabbing at his forehead with a handkerchief.“So, you’re telling me Victor has been funneling company funds into offshore accounts?” Adrian’s voice was calm, but there was a sharp edge to it.Carl nodded, his eyes darting around the room as though Victor might appear out of thin air. “Yes, sir. The transactions are disguised as consulting fees and shell company payments. But there’s more...” He hesitated, wringing the handkerchief in his hands.“Go on,” Adrian prompted, his patience wearing thin.Carl swallowed hard. “Your ex-fiancée, Emma... she’s listed as the authorized signer on some of the accounts. I don’t know how willingly she’s involved, but her name is all over the paperwork.”Adrian’s heart sank. Was Emma truly entangled in Victor’s schemes? Or was she ju
Last Updated: 2025-01-23