Skyscrapers & Camelot (Renovate Book 1) Read Free Page A

Whenever I take a trip, I plan it around the buildings I want to see. It’s about the entirety of the project, the lighting, the materials. Everything that is seen—the sky, the trees, even the people—influence what type of design will be built.”
    I look at him in awe, feeling his passion. He’s making me feel things I shouldn’t be feeling in a simple interview. He’s giving me goose bumps by simply talking to me.
    “To answer your question, Ms. Brennan, yes, I agree that architecture is a lifestyle. It is part of me, and I honestly can’t imagine being happier doing anything else.”
    “So you never wanted to be a baseball player or race car driver?” I ask, trying again to spark his childhood memories.
    He immediately answers, “Well, of course. What American boy doesn’t want to do that? Childhood dreams are just fantasies, but once you find what makes you happy, there is no point in those dreams. When you find what you are meant to do, everything else merely becomes a memory.”
    Is that what I am, a forgotten memory? I feel like crying, but the last thing I need to do is embarrass myself. Therefore, I pull myself together quickly before he notices and continue.
    “So you take great pride in your work?”
    “Yes, I absolutely do.”
    “Do you share the same vision with Kaleb—I mean, your brother? You started your company with him,” I fumble, unable to believe I just made such a major fumble.
    Keegan doesn’t even seem to realize my faux pas, not missing a beat before he answers with, “Yes, but sometimes, we butt heads. He is the eyes and ears of the operation, less artistic and more goal-orientated. Talent runs in the family, but he is more interested in the big A-type buildings and projects. My brother believes in experimentation with the ever-evolving industry.”
    I immediately continue, “Did you have any inspiration for Camelot, the design that put you on the map?”
    “Yes, Camelot was a vision I’d had for a very long time. It went through rigorous transformations to get it just right. You could say it was like a child to me and one of my accomplishments I’m proudest of.”
    “I’ve read your parents are both still happily married and extremely supportive of you and your brother. Is that true?”
    “As supportive as any two parents can be,” he answers.
    I remember how very much in love his parents were. They were always smiling at one another, and Keegan and I caught them kissing quite a few times. He thought it was gross, but I always thought it was sweet. I would love to be with someone who adored me and kissed me at every opportune moment. I don’t remember a lot about my parents together, but I know they were very much in love. My father never even got close to remarrying.
    “Camelot has been described as a modern-day fairytale brought to life. How has that made you perceive happily ever afters?”
    “A happily ever after is only something from a children’s story. Real life isn’t as cut and dry. The villain might just be your heroine, and the prince may lose his way, but the story continues with no clear ending.” He pauses, studying me. “You look disappointed in my response. Do you not agree with my philosophy?”
    “I’m not disappointed in your answer,” I tell him. “I’ve just believed in happily ever afters since my mother read me fairytales. Nothing you could say would change my mind.”
    He smiles at me, and I smile back, hoping this awkward line of questioning from him will end.
    “I just have a few more questions, and then you can get on with your day,” I tell him.
    “Take your time, Ms. Brennan. No rush.”
    I nod my head. “You have been called one of New York’s most eligible bachelors and photographed with beautiful woman; do you date?”
    “Do I date? That’s a loaded question. Yes, I go on dates, but I don’t tend to be associated with anyone long term.”
    I can’t help interrupting, not knowing how to feel about his wording. “You