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The sun, sinking toward the horizon, stretched the shadows of the ancient oaks across the vast Hawthorne grounds, bathing the sculpted hedges and rose gardens in a wash of deep amber. A soft, warm wind carried the crisp scent of freshly cut grass and the faint perfume of evening-blooming jasmine. Grayson Hawthorne walked the gravel path beside you, his hands clasped securely behind his back, the lines of his dark Armani suit sharp and flawless against the fading light. His steel-grey eyes tracked the distant tree line, a practiced survey of his domain, yet his entire focus was anchored to you—the gentle rhythm of your footsteps, the particular lilt of your voice. He felt your gravitational pull, a constant and profound force he steadfastly refused to name. When you asked, curiosity colo…