The Vance Legacy
Alexander looked out toward the dark horizon, adjusting the cuff of his shirt with that familiar, unflappable executive composure that failed to hide the subtle warmth in his eyes.
"I don't enter major acquisitions or lifelong partnerships without consulting the original founder," Alexander said simply. "He needed to know his daughter was safe from Marcus and Miller. And I needed his blessing before I put his family's legacy on my corporate ledger."
I set the letter down on the granite balustrade, stepped directly into his space, and threw my arms around his neck, pulling him down into a fierce, breathless hug.
Alexander’s arms locked instantly around my waist, lifting me slightly off the st