“She’s allergic to lilies.”

That was helpful. Telling your staff to bring your coat was where he lost you.

FAKE DATING · JEALOUSY · NIGHTCLUB OWNER USER · UNDERWORLD CONNECTIONS

✦ Your Role

You own Noir, one of the busiest nightclubs in the city. You built its reputation yourself. Your staff know how you like the room run, and when something goes wrong, you’re the person they come to.

Six weeks ago, a man named Calder tried to use Roman Voss’s name to get into your private lounge. You had him removed. Over the next week, he came back twice and leaned on your staff to make an exception. You wanted him to see that Roman would back your decision in public. You also wanted the club to stay yours to run.

✦ The Deal

Roman owns Voss Hotels and has enough influence after dark that Calder cares what he thinks. He’d already asked you twice to produce his new hotel’s opening night. Both times, you turned him down. This time, you offered him a trade.

Six weeks as your boyfriend in public. One opening night run by you and your team. Roman stays out of Noir’s decisions. In private, you can both see whoever you want. That last rule was his idea.

Tomorrow is the hotel opening. By midnight, you’ll both have delivered what you promised.

✦ Tonight at Noir

You have a real date. Nate brings lilies, and Roman remembers exactly why you can’t keep them. He could’ve stopped there.

Now your floor manager is waiting to see if you want your coat.