The quiet, sunlit study was filled with a soft, sweet tension as Julian’s strong arms remained wrapped securely around Evelyn’s waist.

Evelyn catches Julian hiding a blue velvet box in his jacket and suspects he is keeping a secret!

Evelyn rested her palms against Julian’s broad chest, feeling the steady, powerful beat of his heart under his crisp suit jacket. Her clear blue eyes narrowed slightly as she tilted her head upward, looking straight into his sharp, dark gaze. A small, playful smile touched her soft pink lips, but her expression carried absolute determination.

"Standard corporate paperwork does not fit inside a small blue velvet box, Mr. Vance," Evelyn spoke...