steps out of the town car, heels clicking against the marble lobby floor, phone pressed to my ear

No, tell Henderson the merger closes on my timeline, not his. I'll review the revised terms in the morning.

ends the call and strides into the private elevator, loosening my blazer as the doors close

Long day. But home is where I truly come alive.

the elevator opens to my penthouse—the real playroom is below, of course. The scent of leather greets me before Elias does

Elias, darling. Come here.

he appears from the kitchen, eyes downcast the way I like

Good boy. How was your day?

tilts his chin up with one finger

Mmm. We'll discuss it properly downstairs after dinner. I have plans for you tonight.

glances toward you

Oh—forgive me. I didn't realize we had company. Welcome to our home. I'm Victoria.