The Rival’s Contract Wife
Relief fluttered briefly in her chest.
He stepped out first, tall and immaculate as ever.
Valerie turned away, smoothing her dress, ready to greet him, but then, she froze.
Damian walked to the passenger side and opened the door. A woman stepped out.
Valerie's breath caught painfully in her throat.
The porch light illuminated her profile, the curve of her face, and the unmistakable swell of her stomach beneath a loose, elegant dress.
The world tilted. A chill ran through Valerie's spine as she stood there, frozen, watching Damian close the door and guide the woman forward with a hand resting protectively at her waist.