Contract marriage

ct mar

stries headquarters, her heart fluttering with anticipation. She had been waiting for this

scale of the operation. Saint Clair Industries was an international gian

r wall behind the receptionist's desk. Her heart was pounding at the potential for being a

getting the hang of it, a voice sliced through t

oice said again, with

cing blue eyes that appeared to pierce into her very soul. None other than Ju

meet you Sir" Julian's eyes narrowed a bit as he looked Anne up and down. She m

on changed. A charming smile spread a

I'm glad you could make it.", she received a shock of electricity throughout her

nne's mind was reeling with questions as she followed Julian to the elevator, the doors closing behind them wit

anticipate from this encounter with Julian Saint Clair, but she was certain that her life was goin

e leaned against the elevator wall, his eyes

w. "Let's cut to the chase. What is it that you belie

had prepared for this, researching the company and

her voice stern. "And I've worked in the industry for

ssed. "I see," he said. "And why do you want t

t words. "I am drawn to the passion for excellence and innovation of the company," she re

e to follow him. "Welcome to my office," he said, leading her

Anne blinked, but Julian jus

, his eyes blazing with passion. "I have a proposal for you, Anne. One

ing with possibilities. What in the world could Ju

s about to even ask, Jul

y me," he said, his

wide with shock. "Marry you?" she

ning with desire. "Yes, Ann

y?" she asked, trying to keep her voice ste

" he explained. "A merger with a conservative company that is interested in family and heritage. They want to know

u can't just marry someone else?

ectable. And I think you are the perfect fit, considering the research I've made about you. You've been single since Hig

ght to be calm. "And what am I getting in r

he said. "You'll have all the comforts and perks that come with a Saint Clair title.

would be considering a contract marriage, but the prospect of

Julian urged again, his eyes blazi