Emma Carter had made a solemn vow not to fall in love. Following a devastating betrayal, her dedication to her work is the one constant in her life. But tensions rise when her latest deal involves the mysterious and powerful CEO Lucas Stone in her life. Their attraction is undeniable, but Emma is able to resist their connection because of the vulnerability she finds underneath his tough exterior.From Lucas's point of view, responsibilities take precedence over romantic feelings. When Emma enters his life, she rips down the barriers he had painstakingly erected around his heart. Because he stands to lose his family's plans for him if he falls for Emma, the stakes are greater than they have ever been. In order to overcome their respective feelings of duty and desire, Lucas and Emma must face their shared history, the secrets they have kept hidden, and the undeniable bond that threatens to separate them. Is love capable of overcoming the forces of destiny, or will their worlds eventually collide?In a narrative where secrets are exposed and destiny steps in at every turn, Emma and Lucas must choose whether their love can withstand the ultimate test. Do they want to cave in to the forces who are out to destroy them, or are they willing to risk all to let their hidden hearts shine?