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This story is written in Taglish. Azrael Fuentebella is a formidable figure with exceptional intellect and resolve- sa araw, he is a distinguished Literature Professor at the University of the Philippines Diliman, revered by students and colleagues alike. Sa gabi, he commands one of Metro Manila's most influential underground organizations, where adversaries plead for clemency before him. Operating ceaselessly across both domains, his heart has remained impenetrable, fortified by years of strategic discipline-until Veronia Krizelle Corpuz assumes the role of his Executive Secretary, and his carefully calibrated world ignites with unexpected intensity. Veronia is astute and uncompromising-strict sa mga operational schedules, composed amid complexity, and her cognitive acuity matches his own. She manages his academic affairs with seamless proficiency, while nurturing a profound passion for horticulture-specifically the sanguine rose cultivars she cultivates in the university's rooftop conservatory. Observing her deft, elegant hands tending to the deep crimson blooms, he finds himself contemplating their potential for other forms of tactile intimacy. He had long prioritized authority and control as life's paramount objectives. Yet upon encountering Veronia with her potted roses, a profound warmth surges through his entire being-hindi lamang sa pisikal na katawan, kundi sa bawat aspeto ng kanyang pagkatao. He desires her completely: body, heart, and soul. While unaccustomed to such vulnerability, he is unwilling to relinquish this transformative sensation. As Veronia streamlines his daytime responsibilities, she unknowingly brings order to his nocturnal chaos.