He turned to Kabier and Sameer. “Thank you for your support that day. You guys stood by me when you didn’t need to. You were ready to battle your wives for me, and I appreciate that.” Kabier shrugged. “We all needed closure on your silly and childish squabble with our women.” Sameer nodded. “Besid
The horse pushed further into her hand as if in agreement again. She smiled. Xerxes reinforced her belief that he understood what she was saying, always. “I love how you communicate with my horse.” She looked sideways and found Rodrigo leaning against a pillar, watching her, arms crossed. “He’sou
“Why?” “It was named ‘Playing by Her Rules’.” He smiled, understanding her hint. “And just like that lioness in that painting, I will always protect you.” Now it was his turn to laugh out loud. And she loved it. She loved seeing him like this, carefree and so much at ease. “You are magnificent,
“Rodrigo and Jade are perfect for one another.” Jule smiled. Tony chuckled. “I think everything we did for them worked out, starting from that text you sent me telling me to encourage the dinner plan. After Rodrigo mentioned where he was going for dinner, I ensured we went to the same restaurant he
LillyNo amount of money could make a winter beach photoshoot enjoyable."Damn drone," I mutter, setting up the equipment case and popping it open. It's twenty-five degrees and chilly near the ocean. Who schedules a photoshoot in January on the water? Only rich folks, I guess.Kate, my business part
For a moment, I stood frozen, spine rigid, feeling my pulse thud so hard I could almost see it through my jacket. I didn’t even need to glance at the screen to know the type of handsome Michael embodied—the kind that made every woman’s head turn. He was stupidly handsome, like a model or a deity scu
LillyThe subway ride home feels endless, even with Kate dropping me off at the nearest station so I can avoid changing trains. Mallory and I reside on a quiet street in deep Brooklyn, a neighborhood brimming with cultural diversity—a taco truck on one corner, bubble tea on the next. We adore our vi
Michael8 months later…"As it turns out, being a complete jerk for years and then calling off your engagement with a socialite isn't great for business."I look up to find Jonathan slapping today’s copy of the New York Star on my desk."I've already seen it. And I kept this quiet for months. I have