They couldn't be more different-or more volatile together. One is driven by fierce loyalty, a protective fire that burns for those she loves; the other, a cool and calculating presence, is as mysterious as the secrets she keeps. Sparks fly every time they meet, but not in the way anyone would call "romantic." From the beginning, distrust hangs between them like a storm cloud. Logan blames her for putting her best friend in danger, for being reckless, cold, and too close to dangerous people. She hates everything Persis stands for: the secrets, the icy detachment, the subtle but undeniable magnetism that unsettles her every time they clash. Persis feels the heat too, though she'd never admit it. She's always been able to control her emotions, raised to be tough in a world where softness can be fatal. But with Logan, her restraint is slipping. Logan's hot temper, her passionate spirit, stirs something foreign inside her. As tension crackles between them, the lines between hate and desire begin to blur. Each confrontation brings them closer, unraveling their defenses as they face off against both Persis' dark past and their growing attraction. In a world where love could be their undoing, they have to decide if they're willing to risk it all or if they'll continue to dance around the spark that just won't die. As the heat between them rises, neither is willing to admit to the pull that keeps drawing them back into each other's orbit. It's an attraction they don't want and a connection they can't ignore, one that challenges their assumptions, chips away at their walls, and leaves them each wondering: is there more to hate than they ever imagined?

In the cutthroat world of Salvado's elite, ambition is a double-edged sword, and Archer Di Santis wields it with lethal precision. With a reputation for being cold and calculating, she has spent her life maneuvering through a world where loyalty is fleeting and betrayal is commonplace. Yet, her relentless pursuit is always thwarted by one formidable opponent: her younger sister, Carlisle. With her effortless charm and expansive network, Carlisle remains the favored child, leaving Archer seething with resentment. Everything changes when Greyson enters the picture. A close friend of Carlisle's and hailing from one of Salvado's most influential families, Greyson exudes a carefree spirit that starkly contrasts Archer's hardened demeanor. Initially, Archer sees Greyson as an intriguing distraction-someone who could be molded into a powerful ally. But as their paths intertwine, Archer finds herself unexpectedly drawn to Greyson's innocence and joy. Caught between her ambition and her burgeoning feelings for Greyson, Archer faces a dilemma. Aligning with Greyson could finally grant her the power she craves, providing the leverage needed to surpass Carlisle. But the cost of such a union could be far greater than Archer anticipates. In a world tainted by ambition and deception, Archer must confront the true nature of her desires. Will she risk everything to embrace a genuine connection with Greyson, or will her insatiable thirst for power lead her down a path of betrayal, jeopardizing the one person who could offer her a chance at true happiness? As tensions rise and loyalties are tested, Archer must decide if she can balance love and ambition without losing herself in the process.

Apple Benedict Hidalgo is a twenty-year-old young man born into the life of luxury and prestige. Coming from an aristocratic family, he is well-loved by everyone who crosses his path. His charm and genuine kindness makes him a favorite among his peers and the social elite. Despite having everything he could ever ask for, Apple has always felt an unshakable sense of incompleteness, as if a crucial piece of his life is missing. One fateful evening, while wandering through the streets of the city, Apple is drawn to a captivating performance. The sight of Juliana Narvaez, a stunning yet enigmatic street tango dancer, ignites something inside him. There's something about her presence, her graceful yet intense movements, and the mystery that surrounds her that pulls him in. She is unlike anyone he has ever met, and from the moment their paths cross, Apple feels an undeniable connection, one that challenges the very foundations of his carefully constructed world. Juliana, though guarded, is equally intrigued by Apple's warmth and innocence. She carries a dark past that she hides behind her confident exterior, a past filled with shadows she cannot escape. As Apple is drawn deeper into Juliana's world, he begins to uncover layers of both her and himself that he never anticipated. His feelings for her grow, as do the questions that arise about his life and the expectations placed upon him. As their relationship evolves, Apple finds himself torn between the life of privilege he's always known and the electrifying, uncertain world Juliana represents. The more time they spend together, the more he realizes that true happiness may not lie in the perfection he was raised to seek, but in the messy, unpredictable beauty of real connection. However, with secrets lurking in the shadows and hidden ties between their worlds, Apple must decide how far he is willing to go to discover the missing part of himself-and what he is willing to sacrifice for love.