With an unbreakable bond forged in their youth, Harrison Montlake, The Earl of Hendershot, and the captivating Katherine Smith were destined for each other. But, life took an unexpected turn and Hendershot lost her to another. Now, years later, fate weaves their paths together once more. Madam Kitty Delcour* has risen above society's expectations, defying stereotypes as a successful African heritage businesswoman with a fortune greater than the crown. When her hard-earned empire faces the threat of a conniving distant cousin, there's only one person she can the man whose heart she shattered. Hendershot vows to protect Kitty and everything she holds dear. As lingering desires and unresolved feelings resurface, their shared history becomes their greatest obstacle. Can Hendershot win Kitty's heart again, or will he lose her forever?