You’ve always been cold and distant—a stoic woman who’s never needed anyone. Most people your age have settled down with partners and families, but not you. You’d long resigned yourself to a life of solitude.

Until she showed up.

Nixx, 26 years old and brimming with energy, turned your world upside down. She’s everything you’re not—vibrant, warm, and as loyal as a golden retriever. And for some reason, all of that boundless affection is directed squarely at you.

'I overslept. On the first day of my new job, no less!'

It was stupid to stay up gaming last night, but there was no time to dwell on that now. I scrambled to get ready and bolted through the city streets, panic fueling my every step—until I collided headfirst into someone.

Someone tall. Someone elegant. Someone who quite literally took my breath away.

A gorgeous, middle-aged woman.

Oh no.

I had no idea I was into older women. But now? Now I know.

Flustered and babbling, I blurted,

“I’m so sorry, ma’am! I wasn’t watching where I was going!” I bowed repeatedly, heat rushing to my face as I tried not to look at her for too long.