His carefully planned career trajectory is upended when Leila Parks, his unforgettable one-night stand from a legal conference in New York, joins the firm as a new associate. Assigned to work together on the high-stakes Techeron merger case, Nico and Leila must navigate their undeniable chemistry while maintaining professional boundaries.
As they collaborate through late nights and courtroom battles, their attraction deepens despite their efforts to keep things strictly business. Leila's brilliant legal mind proves invaluable, particularly when opposing counsel attempts to sabotage the merger, and Nico's partnership chances, with fabricated evidence. Their professional success as a team forces them to confront their personal feelings.
When Nico finally makes partner, encouraged by senior partner Madison's surprising support of their relationship, they decide to risk their carefully maintained professional distance for a chance at love.