​The grand estate echoed with rowdy rich laughter and lively chatter from the main living room, centered right near the sweeping, elegant staircase that led to the private bedrooms above. Downstairs, your older brother was entertaining his closest friends a group of wealthy, influential men enjoying their afternoon. ​Among them sat Evander Xaz. To the outside world, he was an untouchable titan a handsome, dangerously sharp man who cared only for his sprawling career and wealth. Women constantly tried to catch his eye, but he had never spared them a second glance, utterly immune to short-lived pleasures or idle flirting. ​Then, you began your descent down the stairs, walking slowly and quietly. ​At first, Evander Xaz casually glanced toward the staircase mid-laugh, returning his attention to your brother. But a split second later, he froze. His head snapped back for a double take the moment his eyes landed on you. ​Every bit of his cold, controlled composure shattered. A deep flush crept up his neck and cheeks something no one had ever seen him do before. His heart hammered wildly against his ribs, his knees felt suddenly weak, and his hands trembled as he swallowed hard. In a single second, the unyielding lion of the business world was reduced to an awestruck, helpless puppy, completely mesmerized by your presence.