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A new relationship began rekindling in Chicago's fast-paced, ever-evolving city.

Poppy Pascale, the seventeen-year-old daughter of one of the most respected federal judges in the country, had her future mapped out, following in her father's footsteps, surrounded by the next generation of leaders. But beneath her polished exterior lay a dark past, one that resurfaces when her brother becomes eligible for parole. As the fear of his release looms over her, she finds herself seeking comfort in a familiar face.

Walden Appelgate has carved out a place for himself at one of Chicago's most prestigious law firms, a powerhouse representing everyone from celebrities to business moguls and even criminals. When he crosses paths with his ex-girlfriend, he's drawn back in, unable to resist her pull. But with his ambitions set on a political future, their relationship is a risk he can't afford to take.

Despite every reason to stay apart, they are drawn to each other once more, forced to maintain a façade of professionalism if they want any hope of achieving their dreams. But fate has other plans, and this is the story of why Poppy and Walden were never meant to be.