Late Harvest

"Shall jointly inherit the entire estate on condition they are married within thirty days of my death."

Kate was incredulous. She hated Rhyno van der Bijl, but by ignoring the conditions, she would lose her beloved home.

"Think of it as a business arrangement, " suggested Rhyno, who also stood to lose his inheritance.

It was only for a year, and Kate never dreamed she would one day wish it was forever, but when Rhyno spoke of plans that did not include her, her world fell apart.

Harlequin Presents #574, February, 1983.