In the shadows of passion
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  • Parts 13
  • Time 2h 0m
Ongoing, First published Mar 31, 2023
Mature
Athena Alessandra Lopez was forged by the cruelty of her past. Taken by her aunt and sold into a nightmare, she learned to survive in a world that sought to break her. Resilient and sharp, she became a master of manipulation, a skill honed to protect herself from those who sought to control her. With a striking beauty that turned heads and a mind as sharp as her wit, Athena wasn't just a survivor-she was a force to be reckoned with.

What happens when she uncovers the truth about her past?

Adonis Nixon Petrov the leader of the most powerful mafia in the underworld, was born into a life of luxury and power. With looks that could rival a Greek god and a charm that made him irresistible, he had the world at his feet. Known for his ruthless ways. The new Don left behind a trail of fear and submission. His hands, marked by violence, carried the weight of his sins, and his mere presence commanded respect-and terror.

But what happens when he meets the one woman who refuses to fall for his charm? The only one he desires but cannot claim?
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