Chapter 23: Amelia Goes to Work

Amelia rode in the car with Alex. The driver took them through the streets to Hillen Industries.

"You won't regret this. I promise," Alex said.

She wasn't nearly as sure as he was. She'd never worked for a corporation because she hadn't found one whose culture she could stand. She liked working alone and wasn't interested in a cube farm. The place would be noisy and everyone would be up in her business.

But Alex had given her puppy dog eyes and she couldn't resist. Who knew he would be so charming?

She thought back to their night together. They could do this. Keep it light, and she figured he'd be done with her when the baby came. What man his age would want a baby around?

Amelia was sure she could guard her heart until the baby came. She had no intention of falling in love with Alex.

"I hope not, but I'm not so good in the corporate world."

"It's not nearly as stuffy as you think it is. Look at me. I'm not your average CEO."

She eyed him with his gray suit, white shirt, and conse