tly in front of Ava. He was taller t

said, his voice even but carr

d down. "And who are yo

ed. "I know Ava's talent and her integrity.

e years she believed in your music when you were playing to empty ro

ng me back! Now I'm with the Hamilton

inating how quickly 'new money' forgets wher

like a physical blow.

, her grip on Ethan

missive. "My family has done business with them for generations.

hadn't anticipated Liam

his expression softening.

let'

and pressed a soft, brief kiss on Ava's lips. It wasn'

than up c

the lounge, leaving Ethan and

air hit Ava' s face. L

e asked, his voic

, tears finally we

ab. "Where ca

esolve formed. "No. Take me to my gr

unning from her legac

ne of the most exclusive properties i

unwavering support that was a world away from Ethan'