Willing Partners

Millionaire Winston Dunsmuir's final wish: globe-trotting son Blade must live in the family mansion-and marry within a year--or forgo his inheritance. Secretary Jessica Lawrence would also receive a sizable endowment, if she moved in to catalog the vast Dunsmuir library. An added requirement: that both serve as guardians to Blade's orphaned nephew.

Reluctant roommates ... or consenting adults? Jessica wasn't sure. Blade's touch implied an unforeseen bequest--of a distinctly amorous nature. But did he anticipate a future with her, or would he return to his far-flung exploits and wed another? And what of Kevin, for whom Blade and Jessica were fast becoming substitute parents? They could build a loving family life beyond the will's requirements ... but would it be binding in Blade's heart?