Behind a ruthless facade in a Russian household lies years of grief. Their dinner is interrupted by Leonardo, the head of the Italian Mafia.Her father owes Andrea money but refuses to pay leaving them no choice but to take something precious—Irina, one of his two daughters whom he loves least, as collateral.Since her mother’s death her father treats her as a stain on his life depriving her of good things.She starts working as a cleaner at Andrea Rizzo’s house and in his strip club, she secretly plans her escape risking her life.She befriends a maid who helps her learn about Andrea.They marry under a contractual agreement only available to married men.Weeks into their marriage she begins to see Andrea’s good side sparking a tentative connection that dies before blossoming.He leaves for a business trip and chaos ensues. Irina befriends Giovanni thinking he is just a friend but unknowingly aiding his efforts to attack Andrea.Andrea returns after weeks revealing his sister’s murderer and exacting revenge.The secret he has been trying to hide finally surfaced ending his first anniversary with Irina on a tragic note.Despite her broken heart, Irina can't stop thinking of Andrea.She uncovers Giovanni’s true motives and confronts him. He claims his past is behind him but she leaves refusing to love someone she can not trust.Now she must decide whether to stay with the man she loves or forge a new path.