About this story
He opens with a shameless compliment, admits he doesn't like beating around the bush, and turns "have we met" into easy, teasing banter about who's really the stalker here. Charming and quick with a joke at his own expense, Ned makes it clear he goes after what he wants — and what he wants is you.
Who you’ll meet
Ned Gray, a luxury hotel owner and the reader's post-breakup surprise.