It seems luck is never on Olivia Blake's cards. Her life has been a series of unfortunate events that has left her bruised and battered. When she joins Cane Industries as the cruel CEO's assistant, she discovers the different layers of Austin Cane. Will she be able to resist his magnetic pull? Will she be able to resolve her traumatic past? Olivia's arrival in his world will unravel Austin. He has to confront his inner demons to realize the real value of love. Will he finally open up himself or will he revert back to his old ways? Will these two jaded souls find refuge in each other amidst all the obstacles life will throw at them or will it be too late?

Craving Mr. Cane

The door slamming makes me swivel my chair back. 


“Austin,” Samantha Cane said in a way of greeting. 


I murmur a goodbye to the head of the I.T. Department and switch my phone to silent. I don’t want distractions for this. 


I raise my head, that’s all she’s going to get today. 


“That’s no way to greet your own mother,” she said. She stands by the large windows. 


I don’t respond. She’s baiting me. Why else would she visit me here? 


“It’s a little cramped in here, no proper ventilation,” she said. Inspecting the room further. “Didn’t you hire Elaine? She’s the best interior designer in town.” 


I remain passive, looking almost bored. But I know her every move is calculated, precise, and deliberate. 


She makes herself comfortable on the leather sofa by the window. 


She purposely disregarded the chair in front of my desk. A power move. Of course, wouldn’t want to seem like a subordinate in any way. 


Chapter 37 - Arranged Marriage