Martin Wesley’s job as a CFO is very stressful. All he seems to do lately is work, with no end in sight. But one morning he answers a knock on his door and comes face to face with a social worker and a sad little girl named Samantha Wesley ... his niece. Martin is her only next of kin, and he has no idea what to do.<br><br>In steps daycare worker Ryan Gentles, who is very understanding and helpful, and Martin is beyond grateful. It doesn't hurt that the man is cute as a button, too.<br><br>With his heart pulled in two directions, Martin has to make a choice: continue to be a pawn in his company's games or find a new purpose by taking care of his niece, quitting his job, and reaching out for a love he never thought possible.

Because of Sam

Changing the subject, I asked, “What do you want to do tomorrow? When can you come over?” I wanted to spend more time in his company, and I knew Sam would like that, too.


“I can be here at nine in the morning. We can go around town, and I’ll show you some of the places we take the kids on outings, as well as give you some tips on managing three-year-olds.”


“Any help you’re willing to give would definitely be appreciated, but I don’t want you to think that’s the only reason I want you with us.”


“No?” Ryan looked at me, and I realized what he was asking.


“We’ve only just met, but what I know of you intrigues me. I’d like to pursue that, see where it goes, if that’s all right with you?”


He let out a breath. “That’s definitely all right with me. You don’t mind that I’m…younger than you?”


“Only by a few years, and that doesn’t bother me in the slightest. Who am I to judge, anyway? I haven’t been on a date in years, and I’m not much of a prize, myself, with my scars and all.”


Chapter 12