They fired Livia Cruz over a fake layout and a stranger’s lie. She moves cities with one suitcase, one stubborn sister, and a bruised pride. A chance reunion with Hudson Griffin—her childhood neighbor turned guarded creative director—begins as awkward coffee and ends in a storm of rumors, workplace tests, and a bold confession. She swore never to be soft again. He swore he’d never be her brother. They both lied—until one bold step changed everything.

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