No sign of Josh.

But then a tall, grey-haired man in a black suit catches my eye. He’s holding up a sign that reads Delaney Carruthers.

He smiles when I walk up to him.

“Ms. Carruthers?”

I nod. “Josh isn’t here?”

“He apologised for not being able to make it himself. It’s my understanding he was called into a meeting with the production team for the movie with all the issues they had in the Philippines. But I’ll take you to the house and he’ll be there as quick as he can.”

“Thank you.” It’s not ideal, but at least my feet are on the ground and surely I’ll be able to find something to eat soon.

“Just the one suitcase?” he asks.

“That’s right.”

“Come this way.” He takes the case from me, wheeling it as I follow him through the airport and out to a black stretch limousine. For a moment, I just stare at it because I’ve never ridden in anything like this.

After opening the door for me, the driver smiles as I step inside the car. I blow out a long breath as I sink into the soft leather seat.

“Good flight?”

I look up to see an older man sitting opposite me.

I don’t answer for a moment.

“I’m Mac.”

I know of Josh’s agent, but we’ve never met. “Uh, hi. Flight was as okay as a flight that long can be.”

He chuckles. “You’ll have to get used to flying long-distance if you and Josh stay together.”

My ears tingle. Why is he in the car to pick me up, and why is he talking about my relationship with Josh? It’s none of his business.

“It’s been a while. I’m sure once I’m used to it, it’ll be fine.”

The limo starts moving, and I’m relieved that soon I’ll be with Josh and away from this guy. Something’s not right.

“You’re probably wondering why I’m here while Josh is busy. I needed to talk to you.”

“Me?”

His expression gives nothing away. “I’m here to make you an offer, Delaney. I’ll give you a million dollars if you leave now and get on the first plane back to New Zealand.”

I swallow hard. This is far from the welcome I expected. And now I’m pissed. “I’m not interested. Josh invited me here for us to spend time together, and that’s what I’m planning to do.”

His eyes narrow. “You’re a smart one, aren’t you?” He leans forward. “Make it ten million dollars.”

“Why are you so scared of Josh and I being together?”

For a moment, he says nothing.

“You nearly killed his career the first time around. He’s twenty-five and hasn’t peaked yet. You’ll bring him down before he gets his chance to really soar.”