ndproofed, isolating them from the honking hor

tracing the smooth leather edge of the

-stakes trade to you?" Ivana asked s

slate-gray eyes studying her guar

ana," Adrian said smoothly. "The difference

ide the cost

r personal space made Ivana press her back firmly against the passenger door. His broad shoulders

ice dropping into a low, hypnotic register. "It

She bit her lower lip, holding his gaze with f

in his jaw. The space between their faces narrowed until she c

was going to kiss her. Her

pressed the small button on the door armrest, raising

id quietly, pulling back and settling back

Ivana's heart thumping er

a-luxury residential skyscraper overlooking Central Park. An elevator, res

ty-second floor, revealing a sp

attan skyline and the lush green expanse of Central Park below. The interior was a masterclass in minimalist lux

proached, bowing deeply to Adrian befor

sir. Welcome ho

ash of cold water. Her shoulders stiffened

Adrian instructed, handing his coat to the

taircase to the second floor, down a qu

e corridor, pushing open a

epping aside to let her