A contract meant to protect her inheritance.A husband who hides more than his scars.And a love neither of them expected.When Xandria Myers marries Mafia kingpin Zayden Luciano, it’s supposed to be temporary—a shield against the enemies circling her after her grandfather’s death. But Zayden has his own war to fight, and in the crossfire, Xandria is forced to choose: play the naive heiress or become a queen ruthless enough to stand beside him.But betrayal cuts deepest when it wears the face of love. And Xandria will discover that sometimes the greatest danger is not losing your life—but your heart.

She reluctantly sat down, the girl narrowed her eyes, trying to figure why he had suddenly called her out, after so many days.Her lips pressed into a thin line. She didn't want to be in anybody's presence, especially not his"What do you want from me?" His frown deepened when he saw how much she expressed her reluctance to be in his presence."I also didn't personally want you here, but a promise is a promise"She rolled her eyes at him, as she tapped her feet on the ground to show that her patience was already running thin."You're not safe, and whether you like it or not, you're my responsibility" he continued.Her eyebrows shot up in sarcasm, she couldn't believe this man had the audacity to tell her that, when his own people were the main threats."You want to keep me safe? And what are you going to do to keep me safe?" His hands tightened into fists.The girl had no respect whatsoever for him and that was enough to make him annoyed.His only solution, involved so much compromise but he knew there was no other choice and he had no desire to drag this out "I'm going to get married to you" He stated without having any idea of the weight of his words.When Diane's father is caught in a deadly game of loyalty and betrayal between the Waltz and Rodriguez mafia families, she's forced to flee with her brother and hide.Years later, she's kidnapped by Aaron, the Waltz family heir, and due to their time together, they fall in love, but as they navigate their complicated past and forbidden love, they uncover a series of secrets kept by everyone around them and lies that threaten to destroy everything.