Catelin Durso is the perfect beauty of her family, a jewel that captivates anyone who lays eyes on her. Her intelligence and sharp wit, however, have always been overlooked, overshadowed by her princess-like appearance, her graceful demeanor, and her flawless image. But Catelin is much more than an angelic face: from a young age, she has been trained by her father to become the shadow of the Durso family, a silent assassin, a secret weapon that defends the family's honor and power. Her name, The Hellhound, is feared in the dark corridors of family feuds, yet no one truly knows who she is.
When her life seems destined for cold duty and obedience, Catelin is forced into a marriage with Desmond Diaz, the heir to the powerful Diaz family, historic rivals of the Dursos. What should have been a simple political tool quickly turns into a minefield of secrets and lies. Her father orders her to infiltrate the Diaz family, becoming a spy within the enemy's ranks. But just as Caterina begins to uncover the man behind Desmond's face, something unexpected happens: the real meaning of a family.
Desmond, it turns out, is not just the man she married for political reasons. He, too, has a secret plan-a game of spies and revenge that threatens to destroy both families. As the two grow closer and begin to understand each other's hidden motives and conflicts, the line between duty and the heart becomes increasingly blurred.
In a world where loyalty to family is an unwritten law, and betrayal is a constant, Catelin and Desmond must face their greatest battle: the one within themselves. How far are they willing to go for love? How much can the heart give before duty prevails?
He never believed in love, but she captured his heart the moment he saw her.
She didn't understand love, but he gained her trust instantly.
He is consumed by a desire for revenge. She is as serene as water.
He's the mafia king of all Asia, hardened by the world's cruelty from a young age.
She spent her entire life in captivity, completely oblivious to the outside world.
This is the story of Rudraksha Malhotra and Ruhanika Rajpurohit, two people who couldn't be more different, bound together by the ties of marriage. Can they conquer their inner demons and find peace together?
Will Rudraksha allow Ruhanika to rule his heart?
Will Ruhanika let Rudraksha love her?
Let's find out together.
Tropes:
Age gap
Mafia king × Caged princess
Forced marriage
Cunning × Innocent
Two broken Souls