Sheikh Haroun al Muntazir was honor-bound to recover a priceless family jewel…but what was lovely operative Mariel de Vouvray''s mission? Until her motives were made plain, he had to keep her close – yet at a distance. But with one stolen kiss Haroun''s resistance turned to air. Was Mariel''s melting surrender a trap of ultimate danger…or a precious haven offered by his future beloved wife?