22 parts Complete MatureHe's a Lyon-born to rule the stage, feared in the industry, and raised to believe love is just another game.
She's the daughter of loyalty, raised oceans away, and never meant to fall for the empire's wildest son.
When Leah Williams, a stunning 21-year-old from South London, steps off the plane in New York, she's ready for a new start. Her father-one of Lucious Lyon's oldest friends and business allies-has sent her to stay with the Lyons while she takes an internship at Empire. What she doesn't expect is to be living under the same roof as Hakeem Lyon, the prince of Empire, whose name alone makes headlines.
Hakeem is used to women chasing him, not challenging him. But from the moment he meets Leah-her accent sharp, her attitude sharper-he's intrigued. She's not impressed by the fame, the money, or the Lyon charm. And that's exactly what makes her dangerous.
As Leah moves into the Lyon mansion, tension simmers. Late-night studio sessions turn into quiet conversations, playful arguments into stolen glances. But when the press gets wind of their growing closeness, old wounds in the Lyon family begin to reopen. Lucious sees Leah as family. Cookie sees trouble. And Hakeem? He sees the one person who makes him want to be better.
But in a world built on secrets, ambition, and betrayal, falling for Leah could cost him everything-including his family's empire.
Because in the Lyon household, love isn't just a risk... it's a rebellion.