Nova_Everly

Emma Carter has spent years building her consulting empire, proving she doesn’t need anyone—especially arrogant, entitled men like Alex Kingston. Smart, ruthless, and fiercely independent, she’s always played to win.

Alex Kingston is a business shark—rich, charming, and impossible to outmaneuver. He thrives on competition and never backs down from a challenge. So when a billion-dollar deal forces them to work together, their rivalry ignites into an all-out war.

But as the battle intensifies, so does the undeniable attraction simmering beneath their fights. Enemies turn to reluctant allies, then something more dangerous—something neither of them is ready to face.

In a city where power is everything, will they fight for dominance… or surrender to a love that could ruin them both?

Against the Odds: A Love Rewritten

Emma had convinced herself she wouldn't think about it.

But by the time she got home, she was still replaying that damn conversation over and over again.

She sighed, rubbing a hand over her face. She needed a distraction. Something—anything—to get Alex Kingston out of her damn head.

So she did the only thing she knew would work.

She found a quiet bar, ordered a drink, and told herself she was perfectly fine being alone for the night.

And for the first ten minutes, it almost worked.

Until she felt someone slide into the seat beside her.

"Didn't take you for the drinking-alone type, Carter."

Emma closed her eyes briefly before turning to face him.

She let out a slow breath, giving him a pointed look. "Are you following me now?"

She narrowed her eyes. "You don't believe in coincidences."

"Maybe not," he admitted. "But I do believe in opportunities."

Emma huffed a laugh, shaking her head. "You're unbelievable."

Alex grinned. "You say that like it's a bad thing."

She turned back to her drink, determined to ignore him.

But Alex wasn't the type to be ignored.

"One drink," he said, voice low and smooth. "Then I'll leave you alone. Scout's honor."

Emma snorted. "You were never a scout."

Alex grinned. "No, but I am a man of my word."

What was the worst that could happen?

With a sigh, she lifted her glass. "Fine. One drink."

Alex's smirk deepened. "Good choice, Carter."

And as the night unfolded, Emma had a feeling this was the moment—

The moment everything between them really started to change.

Chapter 52 – The Night That Changed Everything