Crimson Shadow
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Last published Tue, May 21, 2024
In the neon-lit underworld of Seoul, Lee Somin is a lethal assassin with a shattered past, living in the shadows and bound by her merciless boss's commands. Trained to kill without hesitation, her latest target is a corrupt politician whose death could shift the balance of power.
Baek Hyeon, a formidable mafia boss with a code of honor, has his own reasons for wanting the same man dead. When their paths collide on a rainy night, neither is prepared for the alliance-or the intense attraction-that follows.
As they navigate the treacherous waters of mafia politics and assassination, Somin and Hyeon must learn to trust each other if they hope to survive. But in a world where betrayal is commonplace and love is a dangerous weakness, can they find a way to save each other and forge a new destiny together?
Crimson Shadows is a dark romance that delves into the complexities of love and loyalty amidst a backdrop of violence and intrigue. Will their partnership become their greatest strength, or will it lead them to their ultimate downfall?
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