JARED woke up with a lightness in his chest and a smile that refused to leave his face. The morning sun filtered through the heavy curtains of his guest room, casting a golden glow over the luxurious space. For the first time in years, he felt a flicker of excitement that had nothing to do with a business deal or financial conquest.
He stretched lazily, the events of the previous night playing in his mind like a favorite movie reel. Jasmine’s face, her voice, the way she carried herself, it was all etched in his memory, and the thought of seeing her again made him feel like a teenager.
He chuckled softly at the realization. “What is this woman doing to me?”
Swinging his legs off the bed, Jared began his morning routine with an unusual sense of enthusiasm. As he shaved, he couldn’t h
