Chapter 1

“Of course you’ll do it. You know you will,” said George Morrison, pausing while pouring a drink to stare at his daughter with determination. Elena shook her head, wondering how her father could be so self-absorbed that he didn’t notice the changes in the world and in her. She had grown since she left, and even her siblings, Fuzz and Rob, had changed recently, but their father remained oblivious.He was too focused on his business dealings, which were no longer just about business. His latest plan was a mix of personal and commercial interests. It was no wonder Fuzz had run away. Felicity Morrison, the favored child of a wealthy man, might be flighty and spoiled, but she wasn’t foolish.“Don’t be ridiculous,” Elena stood her ground, ignoring her father’s intense glare. It took years of practice to stand up against his abusive behavior, but now it came naturally. “This has nothing to do with me. You’ll have to handle it yourself.”Who would have thought that George Morrison would come begging to his forgotten middle child, the one he had ignored for so long?Except there’d been nothing cap in hand about his bellowing phone call, demanding she come to his harbourside home instantly because her sister Felicity was about to destroy her life.‘Of course you’re involved,’ he roared, then caught himself, pausing to swallow a slug of alcohol. ‘You’re my only hope, Elena.’ This time his tone was conciliatory, almost conspiratorial.Elena’s hackles rose, tension clamping her belly. Her father shouted whenever he didn’t instantly get his way. But it was when he pretended to be on your side that you really needed to beware.