Chapter 54

Sasha's POV

"Jared, you're a one-of-a-kind find. If I weren't your boss, I'd be trying to poach you for myself," I teased.

Jared chuckled, the sound warm and familiar.

He'd been Valentino's right hand for years, and everyone knew his loyalty was unshakeable. Headhunters circled him like sharks, offering better deals and brighter futures, but Jared remained steadfast. It wasn't just loyalty that kept him at Valentino's side, though. There was a spark in his eyes when he talked about the company, a passion that sometimes flared into a kind of controlled frenzy.

We left the office together, heading for my place. Jared was there to meet the new trainer who'd be whipping me into shape.

A black SUV pulled up as we arrived, and a tall, broad-shouldered man emerged. Victor. He radiated a rugged masculinity, his athletic build straining against his comfortable workout gear. There was a no-nonsense air about him, a directness in his gaze that I found instantly appealing.

After introductions and