Dr. Nyla James has perfected the art of keeping her guard up. In the operating room, she is sharp, focused, and impossible to shake. Outside of it, she avoids complications, especially the kind that look like Dr. Adrian Blackwood.Adrian wasn't expecting her either. Brilliant, composed, and infuriatingly captivating, Nyla challenges him in every way. What begins as friction in the O.R. shifts when the two are forced to work together on a high-profile hospital gala. Late nights, shared responsibilities, and unexpected moments blur the lines they swore they'd never cross.But chemistry is one thing. Trust is another.