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Vivienne Vale is the sharp-tongued, stubborn heir to a powerful royal family, trained to navigate the dangerous games of court with elegance and precision. But beneath her poised exterior lies a fierce determination to protect her own freedom - even when it means clashing with those assigned to guard her.
Sebastian, a brooding and relentless former underground fighter, is tasked with protecting Vivienne. Haunted by his past and driven by a fierce loyalty, he keeps his distance - until shadows from his violent world threaten the princess's life. When a relentless stalker escalates their game, Sebastian must confront the dangers he's tried to leave behind.
As threats close in, Vivienne and Sebastian are forced into close proximity, igniting a volatile mix of mistrust, anger, and undeniable attraction. Their relationship is a battlefield of sharp words, raw emotions, and difficult truths. When Sebastian takes a life-threatening blow protecting Vivienne at a public event, their fragile alliance is pushed to the breaking point - and everything they thought they knew about each other comes crashing down.