Claire begins her career at the Beltner Manufacturing Company with a secret. Then, as her role in the firm's development progresses, she finds herself balancing her work life with her feelings for Ryan, feelings that he shares, feelings that they have to keep private because of their respective posts within the organization. When an unknown adversary continues to threaten the company's chance for growth, Claire is glad to have Ryan's expertise and support. However, Ryan has secrets of his own, secrets that have the potential of causing serious ripples in their professional and personal lives. As the hidden parts of his life gradually come to light, this potential is realized, and the bond that both he and Claire share is threatened, to the point that she ultimately has to decide if their chance for a relationship can survive.