“So, will you partner with me? I believe I’d catch more birds with a beautiful woman at my side.” Owen drew closer, his eyes sharply focused on her. Ivy didn’t miss the sudden feeling of being hunted. She shouldn’t have been surprised, though. If Owen was hungry for funds, she would undoubtedly be a woman of interest to him. Unluckily for him she had no desire to marry and therefore wouldn’t fall prey to any attempts of flattery or seduction.
Her father took a menacing step forward, like an alpha wolf, ready to defend his territory. Owen gave him the barest nod of acknowledgment before focusing hopefully on Ivy. Her lips parted, but she had no idea what she ought to say.
“She’s already assigned to me.” Leo’s voice cut through her rapid train of thought. He was suddenly there, next to her
