A steamy short story, an enemies-to-lovers romance where professional rivalry meets primal desire…
Sophie Carter has spent years fighting for her place in London’s corporate world, but nothing prepared her for being trapped in a lift with Chris Matthews—her infuriating professional rival and the one man who seems determined to thwart her every move. When a summer heatwave causes a power cut in their office tower, these two passionate enemies find themselves confined together in the stifling dark, forced to confront the electric tension that’s always simmered beneath their heated arguments.
As the temperature rises in their glass cage, professional barriers begin to melt away. Sophie’s carefully crafted defences crumble in the face of Chris’s unexpected gentleness, and the man she thought she hated reveals layers she never imagined existed. With every passing hour, the heat becomes more unbearable, clothes become optional, and the line between rivalry and attraction grows dangerously thin.
Their passionate encounter is everything Sophie’s been missing in her loveless marriage—raw, primal, and addictively intense. Chris’s commanding presence awakens desires she’s long suppressed, while his touch makes her forget every reason why this is wrong. But as inhibitions fall away and hidden fantasies become reality, both must confront the consequences of their actions.
For readers who love their romance scorching hot, “Rising Heat” delivers a deliciously steamy tale of forbidden attraction, featuring two strong-willed professionals who discover that the difference between love and hate is just one trapped lift ride away. This enemies-to-lovers story combines the intensity of forced proximity with the thrill of office rivalry, creating an irresistible cocktail of passion, power, and undeniable chemistry.
Perfect for fans of intense slow-burns that ignite into explosive passion, this contemporary romance features strong, complex characters, sizzling tension, and the kind of emotional depth that will keep you turning pages well into the night. Watch as professional hostility transforms into something far more primal when two rivals are forced to confront their deepest desires.
“Rising Heat” is a complete standalone story that promises to leave you breathless and craving more. One lift. Two rivals. No escape from desire.
Content Warning: This steamy romance contains explicit adult scenes, exploration of dom/sub dynamics, and themes of infidelity. Recommended for mature readers who enjoy their romance raw and unfiltered.
