13 An Awkward Invitation and a Masked Memory Hazel’s POVD The clock showed 5:30 PM. I stretched my arms above my head, feeling the satisfying pop in my spine after hours hunched over documents. My first week at Sterling Group had been a whirlwind of emotions–from the mortifying first meeting with Liam to his bizarre … Read more
12 The Boss’s Possessive Claim Hazel’s POV I collapsed into my office chair, my heart still racing wildly. My skin tingled where Liam had touched me, and my mind replayed our encounter on an endless loop. Those violet–blue eyes, his hard chest against mine, his strong arms…. I couldn’t believe how my body had betrayed … Read more
11 The Boss’s Unmistakable Claim Hazel’s POVO I was frozen in place, trapped between Liam Sterling’s hard chest and his strong arms around my waist. My heart hammered against my ribs as I looked up into those intense violet–blue eyes, They were hypnotic, drawing me in like a magnet. “I–I’m sorry,” I whispered again, my … Read more
10 An Intoxicating Disturbance Liam’s POV “She’s something else, isn’t she?” Damian’s smug voice broke through my daze. I tore my eyes away from the closed door, where I could still picture her–Hazel Vance, standing tall and poised in that perfectly fitted navy dress, her striking green eyes meeting mine with a mix of nervousness … Read more
9 The Breathtaking and Brooding Boss Hazel’s POV “Wow, look at you! That dress is absolutely stunning on you, Hazel!” Evelyn exclaimed, her transparent blue eyes widening as I walked into the office. I smoothed down the navy blue dress, suddenly self–conscious. “Thanks. I thought I should make a good impression today.” “Well, mission accomplished,” … Read more
8 An Unexpected Summons and a Wardrobe for War Hazel’s POV “You hung up on Liam Sterling? THE Liam Sterling?” Chloe’s eyes widened as she leaned across our table at the café, nearly knocking over her latte. “And you’re still employed?” I buried my face in my hands. “For now. But he’s arriving tomorrow, and … Read more
7 Trial by Telephone Hazel’s POV The last thing I expected during my second day at Sterling Group was to be asked out on a date. Yet here I was, staring awkwardly at Finn from IT, his hopeful expression making me squirm in mmy seat. “So, what do you say? Dinner this Friday?” he asked … Read more
6 The Unseen Assistant’s Allure Liam’s POV I stared at my phone, irritation still simmering beneath my skin. That voice–soft yet firm, with just a hint of defiance–had gotten under my skin in a way I couldn’t explain. “Hazel Vance, I muttered, tossing my phone onto the hotel bed. The New York skyline glittered beyond … Read more
Hazel’s POV My alarm blared at 5:30 AM. I rubbed my eyes and glanced at the ceiling of my new bedroom. Today was my first day at Sterling Group. My stomach knotted with anxiety as I slipped out of bed. I tiptoed to Leo’s room, smiling at the sight of my son sleeping peacefully. His … Read more
“You’re really going to do this?” Aiden Dalton, my boss at the small accounting firm where I’d worked throughout college, leaned against the doorway to his office. I looked up from the files I was organizing. “Do what?” “Move across the country for a job you interviewed for over video chat.” He crossed his arms, … Read more