CHAPTER SEVENTEEN – MEETING THE BILLIONAIRE’S FAMILY

The following afternoon, a knock sounded on Madison's penthouse door. Her heart skipped a beat as she rushed to open it. There stood Ethan, a bouquet of lilies cradled in his arm, a dazzling smile on his face. "Hey there, beautiful," he said, his voice warm and rich. "Ethan!" Madison exclaimed, taking the flowers and burying her nose in their fragrant embrace. "Those are lovely." "Just a little something to brighten your day," he winked, stepping inside. They spent the afternoon lost in conversation, curled up on the plush sofa overlooking the city. Ethan regaled her with stories from his childhood on the family ranch, his voice filled with a nostalgic fondness. "It sounds idyllic," Madison sighed, picturing rolling hills and endless blue skies. Ethan's gaze softened. "It is. You should come see it sometime. Meet the family and everything." A thrill shot through Madison. Meeting his family felt like a major step, a sign of trust and commitment. "I'd love to," she said, a genuine