Callie decides to break free from her overwhelming life as a single mother for one night of anonymous thrill at the Manor's exclusive Valentine's Masquerade. Yet she is shocked when, after an electrifying night, her seductive partner loses his mask, revealing none other than Sebastian Dante—her daughter's riding instructor and Callie's nemesis. She gives him a fake name and flees, realizing he must never know the truth about their encounter. Months later, Sebastian can't shake the memory of Bess, the alluring woman in the kitten mask who disappeared after their unforgettable night together at the Manor. It's as though she vanished without a trace. To help Sebastian locate Bess, the Masters of the Manor band together to organize another masquerade. But as the Halloween Masquerade unfolds, Sebastian grapples with persistent thoughts of another woman. Despite his yearning for Bess, he finds himself increasingly drawn to Callie, the single mother who keeps challenging him. This romance novella contains elements of BDSM. Please check the author note at the beginning for a list of kinks within.