In the shadowy underworld of crime, investigative journalist Elena Moreno is driven by her painful past, haunted by memories of her father's life shattered by ruthless men. When she uncovers a lead on Kade Volkov, one of the city's most feared crime lords, she seizes the chance to bring him down.
Elena's quest brings her into contact with Luka, Kade's stoic right-hand man, who is both reluctant to help and drawn to her determination. Despite his warnings about the dangers she faces, Elena refuses to back down, becoming entangled in a perilous game of deception and intrigue. Each secret she uncovers pulls her deeper into Kade's empire, blurring the lines between good and evil.
As their paths intertwine, both Elena and Luka must confront their loyalties and desires. For Luka, it's a test of allegiance-will he betray Kade to protect Elena? For her, the battle becomes personal as she discovers shocking truths about Kade's empire and its connection to her own family. Just when she thinks she has the upper hand, a chilling revelation emerges: Kade holds the key to secrets that could change everything she believes about herself and her past.
When Chef Margot loses her beloved restaurant to her cheating ex-fiance, her best friend, single dad Nathan, steps in with an unexpected offer to help her start over. As they collaborate, sparks fly-but can they overcome their complicated pasts for a chance at real love?
Season 4 of The Mechanic
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Margot Taylor thought she had it all: a thriving restaurant and a fiance she adored. But her world crumbled when her fiance abruptly cancelled their wedding and claimed ownership of her cherished restaurant. With her career in tatters and her heart broken, Margot is forced to start over.
Enter Nathan Davis, her loyal best friend and a single dad chasing big dreams of his own. As a partner in the multibillion-pound auto business, Nathan offers her a lifeline-a chance to open a new eatery on the grounds of his new mechanic shop.
As Margot pours her heartbreak into a new dream, her friendship with Nathan deepens into something much more electric. But their growing happiness is threatened when Nathan's ex-wife returns, determined to take their daughter away and upend the new couple's relationship. Caught in chaos, Margot must decide if she has the strength to fight for the life she's building...or let the wounds of her past ruin her future.
Content warning: This story contains depictions of eating disorders that may be upsetting for some readers. Reader discretion is advised.
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