Maya Ellis was holding her life together with frayed strings-running a struggling business, caring for her ailing father, and fending off the looming shadow of bankruptcy. But everything shatters when she discovers her father borrowed a massive sum from the wrong man: Lucien Mancini. To the world, Lucien is a brilliant billionaire and CEO of the world's most powerful company. But behind the luxury suits and pristine boardrooms lies something far darker-a ruthless mafia empire he rules with cold precision. Now Maya is forced into a dangerous bargain to repay her family's debt. But she's not just another desperate debtor-her resilience, wit, and fiery spirit catch Lucien off guard. As their worlds collide, a game of power, secrets, and unexpected emotions begins. She wants freedom. He wants control. But neither expected the one thing they can't afford: to fall for each other.
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