She knows everyone in town. He only knows the rulebook. Working together might just be the best compromise they’ve ever made. Ally Bennett loves her job at Olivewood City Hall. She knows the quirks of her beloved Nebraska town inside and out, preferring a friendly handshake to strict protocol. But when a massive new county project lands on her desk, she’s forced to share her office with Carter, a by-the-book paralegal who just transferred to town and is all business. Working side-by-side, their clashing styles spark immediate tension. But as the late nights at City Hall turn into shared coffees and strolls through Olivewood, Ally realizes the serious new guy might just have a soft spot for her hometown—and for her. Legally Bound is a sweet, closed-door, small-town romance short story. It can be read as a complete standalone!