Belinda Connor in now way wanted to be a temporary wife - especially to Derek Walker, who'd sneaked back into her heart with the stealth of a thief. But when it became apparent someone wanted her dead, Derek's embrace was the only safe harbor. To draw out a killer, he needed Belinda. Using a proposal to save the Connor family ranch in return for her hand and her signature on child custody papers was manipulative, but necessary. If his scheme worked, their marriage would end - but could Derek endure losing Belinda again?