The Billionaire And His Heiress
WHEN BILLIONAIRE ENIGMA LEON KING collides with elusive heiress ISABELLA HARRINGTON, it's an explosive meeting accompanied by less than love at first sight. With his takeover of the business empire around the corner, a runaway bride wasn't on Leon’s agenda - until now… Upon their battle in boardrooms and behind closed doors, neither is ready for the fire that sparks between them. Isabella means to preserve the legacy of her family while Leon is determined to show her exactly what their passion can mean outside the world of business. But as they slowly uncover the haunting secrets of their past, Tessa and Ryker realize it's not just bitter memories that linger in our hearts and minds. Isabella and Leon fall — hard but immovably in love, rewiring their shock-mangled hearts as everything they've known is ordained safe and not a little thrilling to be thrown into chaos.
A Date
The restaurant was intimate, nestled in one of the quieter parts of the city. Soft, warm lighting created an inviting atmosphere, while the gentle hum of conversation made it the perfect escape from the intensity that had consumed their lives. Isabella glanced around, still adjusting to the thought that this could be just a normal night-no plots, no strategies-just dinner.
Leon sat opposite her, a rare smile softening his usual stern expression. He was almost relaxed, though there was an alertness, even now, as some part of him was always ready to go into battle. But for tonight, that part was muffled enough for the man beneath the armor to shine through.
Isabella sipped her wine, the taste dancing on her tongue as she met Leon's gaze. "Strange, huh?"
"What?"
"Not being on edge, not knowing when the next threat will present itself and planning a counterstrike."