Chapter 4

Nathan's P.O.V.

After the meeting, I sat in my office, still thinking about that kiss.

Her soft lips on mine.

The way she melted into me.

God, I've got itbadfor my princess.

I know I love her.

Not in some passing way—but deeply.

I want her to love me back, to see menotas her stepfather, but as a man who's waited in silence for far too long.

Just as I was lost in thought, my phone rang.

Without checking the caller ID, I answered.

"Hello?"

"Baby, I miss you so much," said a voice I instantly regretted hearing.

"When can…