Gabriel Dorsey has wanted Cassandra Barnes ever since he first laid eyes on her. The problem is, she doesn't want him. When Cassandra's father desperately needs money, she sees no other option but to turn to Gabriel for help. Seeing an opportunity he can't resist, Gabriel agrees to give her father money. There's only one thing he wants in return and that's Cassandra. Backed into a corner, Cassandra gives in to him, vowing to herself that he will never own her heart.