Lauren followed Prue and Nate through the executive floor of Taylor Industries, her heart hammering so hard she could feel it in her throat. She was about to meet the man who would be living with her… maybe.

Honey appeared from an office ahead, her smile warm and relieved, like she had thought Lauren wouldn’t turn up. "Lauren! Come on in." Honey hugged her.

The office was spacious, floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Manhattan, a massive desk, a seating area with leather furniture. ...