The intimacy between them had become second nature. One word from Ivy Collins, and Ethan Lancaster knew exactly what to do the moment he opened his eyes.

She climbed onto him with practiced ease, sitting on his abdomen and watching as he propped himself up with his arms.

Wrapping her arms around his neck, she kissed him softly and whispered, “I do have an important job on New Year’s Day, but we can still spend New Year’s Eve together. I’ll make sure to come ...