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Joel Miller grew up with a destiny, an empire, and a mother determined to keep his hands clean of anything, or anyone, unsuitable. That included Diane, the fiercely independent high school sweetheart that appeared in Austin after family trouble. A cold ultimatum from the Miller matriarch ended their relationship, sending Diane into the military and Joel down a path of emotional stagnation.
When a chance reunion years later leads to one unforgettable night, Diane walks away with more than just closure. For a decade, she built a secure, loving life for herself, her boy Elijah, and her surrogate daughter, Ellie, far from the toxic pull of "old money."
But the death of Joel's father draws Diane back to Texas, straight into the orbit of a divorced, guarded Joel and his skeptical girlfriend, Tess. The final, unavoidable collision is set for the biggest society event of the season: Tommy Miller's wedding.
When the truth is exposed in front of everyone, Joel must face the consequences of his youthful choice, and Diane must fight to protect the family she sacrificed everything to build.