Three years ago, Hazel Vance made a choice that changed everything. One night of passion with a mysterious stranger at a masquerade ball left her with more than just memories—it left her with a son whose rare violet-blue eyes are a constant reminder of the father she'll never find.

Now a struggling single mother, Hazel desperately needs the executive assistant position at Sterling Group. The salary could finally give her two-year-old Leo the life he deserves. But her new boss, CEO Liam Sterling, is nothing like she expected.

Demanding, brilliant, and devastatingly handsome, Liam has a reputation for being impossible to work for. Most assistants don't last a week. When Hazel refuses to be intimidated by his cold demeanor and sharp tongue, something shifts between them. The attraction is immediate and electric, crackling through every professional interaction.

But it's his eyes that stop her cold. The same striking violet-blue shade that stares back at her every morning when she looks at her son.

As the tension between them builds and the lines between professional and personal begin to blur, Hazel finds herself caught between her desperate need for this job and her growing attraction to the one man who could destroy everything she's worked for.

She doesn't know that Liam has been searching for the mysterious woman from the masquerade ball ever since that night changed him forever. And he has no idea that the composed, fiery assistant who challenges him at every turn is the same woman who haunts his dreams.

When the truth finally comes to light, will it bring them together or tear apart the fragile new life Hazel has built for herself and her son?

Our time with Atlas and Miranda had been nothing short of magical. The children were ecstatic about having a little cousin on the way, and they showered me with attention just like Adrian did. I had to admit, being pampered felt wonderful.


Adrian wasted no time in securing an appointment with Dr. Evans—a task made considerably easier due to his relationship with Sophie. After dropping the kids off at school, Adrian drove me to the medical center, practically bouncing with excitement.


In the doctor's office, Adrian was like an eager student, absorbing every word Dr. Evans said. He asked countless questions, requested written instructions, and paid rapt attention to every recommendation. We left the appointment brimming with plans and possibilities. After a quick stop at the pharmacy to fill my prescriptions, Adrian dropped me off at work with a kiss that lingered on my lips.


Chapter 340 - S2 Chapter 124 - Soul Crushing Encounter