Zara POV

Weekend morning. Julia and I arrive at the equestrian center Lacy arranged—one of Willie's properties, operating successfully.

Rex has business to handle, arriving later. When I invited him last night, he accepted readily: "I'd be delighted to spend a pleasant weekend with my contract girlfriend. Let myself relax for once, so my subordinates stop calling me a workaholic robot."

Lightning's warmth filtered through his words, making Raven purr with anticipation.

Lacy reserved Arena ...