onsuming his mind. Try as he might, he couldn't focus on the intricate details of his corporation. Instead, his thoughts involuntaril

her being. No woman had stirred his interest in such a profound way for a very long time, at least not since Serena Morgan, the woman who

devastated. The wounds she inflicted upon him ran deep, tarnishing his ability to trust others or even allow himself to love again. Tho

that had settled within him. The fear of opening himself up to someone new, of being vulnerable and risking heartbreak once more, had m

been drinking. His crisp white dress shirt had its sleeves rolled up to just below his elbows, giving off a hint of nonchalance. The shirt was left unbuttoned at the collar, per

llowed his mind to wander back to the enchanting encounter with Emily. Her vibrant eyes, brimming with intelligence, had held an unspoken allur

real purpose behind the proposal of a contract marriage? Wyatt, ever the astute businessman, couldn't dismiss the possibility of ulterior motive

d discovered a rare combination that matched his own persona. The prospect of gaining an advantage in his cutthroat b

each his guarded walls. He was not accustomed to opening himself up to others. His past experiences had

his insides. He was longing to see Emily once more, to delve deeper into the mysteries she carried within. The con

able to focus on the stack of paperwork that awaited his attention. As he continued faci

olate, regarded him with warmth and affection. A soft smile graced her lips, a silent reassurance that she was there for him. Beth had a slender and graceful figure; her movemen

own eyes were a constant reminder. Caught off guard, Wyatt waved his thoughts away, attempting to dismiss the weight that burdened his mind. He took a step back

thy and determination. She approached him, her hand reaching out to gently

eavily. He sank back into his seat, his eyes never leaving Beth's compassionate gaze. In that moment, h

lowing with a rare openness. "I can't explain it, but she fascinated me in a way no

e smile. She understood her brother's guarded nature and

dn't stay f

woman everyone was g

s features darkening. "People were gos

so clearly evident. "Wyatt, you act like you don't know y

r brother was a delicate thing, and it was on rare occasions he opened his feelings to her. She knew she had to tread

eth sighed and continued on. "Actually, it warms my heart to see you so taken by someone. You can't keep l

he said the truth, but he wasn't ready to accept it yet. "Maybe, but that is certainly not on my l

ment flashed across

wishes to collaborate with me, but what fascinates me the most is h

sked softly, clueless a

one of the most influential families in New Y

are you go

they were and why one of their relativ

fectionate gesture conveying both love and reassurance. "Okay. But one piece of advice, Wyatt... listen to your heart.

ched Beth's hand, holding on to it tenderly. "Thank you, Beth," he whispered

g one last tender look at her brother, Be

al. He clenched his jaw, the weight of his decision visible in his intense gaze. He pick

igue with Emily's proposal, but he was well aware of the need to tread cautiously. With his vast business exp

he name carrying both anticipation and caution

ully selected his words, ensuring they conveyed a sense of confidence and authority. He n

e didn't stop there. Wyatt knew he couldn't solely rely on his own judgment. He reached for hi

determination. "I need you to help me dig deep into someone's background. Find out

ind churned with a mix of anticipation and calculated analysis. He knew that unve

end of resolve and determination. He understood that this endeavour would require

voice laced with determination. "I won't rest until I kn

ntriguing game fueling his every thought. With a determined exhale, W