The Grumpy Vineyard Heir
He's grumpy. I'm sunshine. Now I'm stranded at his vineyard.My car died on a dusty road in wine country. I wasn't chasing a fresh start—I was running from a failed relationship and a career that crushed my soul.Ethan inherited Thorne Vineyards. He's guarded, planning to sell, and keeps everyone at arm's length—including me.I convinced him to keep the vineyard. Late nights become sharp banter, lingering looks, and heat we can't ignore. His body against mine. His warmth. His hungry kisses. All of it makes me ache for more.I walk away from my job, my apartment, the future I worked years to earn—just to stay.Until my ex shows up with the truth Ethan never knew—the promotion I gave up without telling him.Now he's convinced I'll resent him for the life I didn't choose.If he walks away to protect us, he won't just break my heart—he'll destroy the future I was finally brave enough to want. Read more