Clara Monroe begins her internship at Beaumont Enterprises determined to build her career and stay out of trouble in the elite world of business. But her plans collapse when she discovers her powerful new boss is none other than the man she had a one-night stand with—before she even knew his name.That man is Jace Beaumont, the cold and commanding heir of the Beaumont empire.Now forced to work under him, Clara must navigate a tense professional relationship built on a secret neither of them can afford to expose. As attraction and power collide, one mistake could destroy her career—and his reputation.FORBIDDEN AFFAIRSMain CharactersClara Monroe – ambitious, intelligent intern determined to rise in a billionaire corporate worldJace Beaumont – powerful, controlled heir of the Beaumont empireLily Bennett – Clara’s closest friend and coworker, observant but unaware of the full truthPierce Beaumont – ambitious, calculating member of the Beaumont family with hidden agendas.