Vanessa Bernardi never wanted anything more than a simple, carefree life. At just 18, she's content with school, friends, and staying out of trouble. But one night, at the insistence of her best friend, she gives in to a night of partying. That decision leads her straight into the lap of Demetrius Mancini—a man whose power, wealth, and dominance are undeniable.

Demetrius is everything she's not. Cold. Commanding. Uninterested in anyone or anything, except for getting what he wants. One unforgettable night with him leaves her reeling, thinking it's just another fleeting mistake.
Until weeks later, when everything changes.

Vanessa finds herself standing in front of him again, heart pounding, hands trembling, with news that will flip both their worlds upside down.

"Do you remember me from the bar the other night?" she asks, nervously stepping back. Her hand instinctively moves to her stomach, unaware of the eyes watching her every move.
"No, I don't seem to recall." His dark green eyes lock onto hers, his expression unreadable, but the tension in the air is thick enough to cut with a knife.

She opens her mouth to explain, but is interrupted by the harsh sound of a phone ringing.
"No need for names. Get on with it. My meeting is about to start." His voice is cold, detached.
Vanessa takes a deep breath, stepping forward. This is it. The truth must be told. "Well, it's only right for you to know my name... since I'm pregnant."

His response? A simple, emotionless "Congratulations." He stands, ready to walk away, his mind clearly on other matters.

But Vanessa isn't finished. She steels herself and takes the final step toward him. "It's yours."
What began as a night of reckless abandon is now a life-altering revelation for both of them. Demetrius may be a billionaire Alpha, used to getting everything he wants, but nothing has prepared him for the consequences of one night with Vanessa.

Now, she has to navigate the complexities of carrying his child—while trying to understand the connection they share and whether Demetrius will step up to be the man she needs... or walk away without a second glance.