The night was becoming increasingly exhausting as he continued to entertain and exchange pleasantries with the guests, especially the investors, keeping him busy. But even with the conversations that didn't seem to be ending, his eyes kept moving around to see if he'd catch a glimpse of her.

Tyler was the first person he saw, but he was alone—no sign of Tessa.

‘ Has she gone home?’ Grayson wondered, making up his mind to round the whole conversation up when he saw Laura storming out of a room.

Her face was red with anger, and she looked so frustrated that he could instantly tell something was wrong.

He excused himself...