In the neon-drenched underworld of the city, Romano Morretti is a name whispered in fear. He is a man of cold calculations and silent executions, a billionaire whose wealth is built on secrets and blood. He doesn’t believe in mercy, and he certainly doesn't believe in love.Then there is Elena. Innocent, soft-spoken, and completely out of place in Romano’s world of shadows. She was never supposed to be part of the deal, but when her family’s debt falls into Romano's hands, she becomes the ultimate collateral.To save her life, she is forced into his fortress—a gilded cage where the walls are thick and the rules are lethal. Romano intended to use her as a pawn, but he quickly discovers that Elena is the only person who isn't afraid to look him in the eye.As enemies circle and the danger closes in, the man who was supposed to be her captor becomes her most violent protector. Roman is a monster to the rest of the world, but for Elena, he might be the only one singing a lullaby in the dark.He was hired to break her. Now, he’ll burn the city down to keep her safe.