All Chapters of Beyond The Surface : Chapter 51 - Chapter 52

**Alex’s POV** “Damn, that was close,” Adrian muttered as we slipped into the cool, marble-floored lobby of the Hotel. His voice carried a mix of relief and that infuriating smirk he always wore when he knew he’d gotten under my skin. “Yeah,” I said, frustration carved into every line of my face. “I was not expecting to see here.” My jaw clenched as I shot Adrian a pointed look. “Why the hell was she asked to leave?” Adrian threw his hands up, his grin widening. “Hey, bro, don’t give me that look. I had no clue it was her. When Isabella called last week, demanding to be scheduled for today specifically, I thought it was weird but you know your woman doesn’t take no for an answer.” His tone dripped with mischief and I could feel my patience thinning. “Call her my woman one more time and I swear I’ll rearrange your face,” I snapped, not in the mood for his teasing. He chuckled, completely unfazed. “You should be grateful, man. I saved your ass back there.” “Saved my ass