Story Description:
Sara, a diligent and independent senior manager at a prominent company, is focused solely on her career-until the day she unknowingly becomes entangled in the dark world of the mafia. Riyan Santoro, a ruthless and powerful mafia boss, first notices her during a covert mission in her company. Drawn to her innocence and beauty, Riyan finds himself captivated by Sara in a way he never expected. As he becomes more involved in her life, he's forced to confront emotions and vulnerabilities he has long buried beneath his cold, calculated persona.
Sara, unaware of Riyan's criminal connections, begins to feel a growing connection to him. But when she discovers his true identity, she's thrust into a world of danger, power struggles, and moral dilemmas. Torn between her career and her unexpected feelings for Riyan, she must navigate the perils of his world while grappling with her own heart.
As Sara's life becomes more entwined with Riyan's, she also catches the attention of those around him-Vincent, Riyan's loyal second-in-command; Arlo, a mysterious businessman with hidden motives; and Derek, a violent rival determined to undermine Riyan at any cost. The danger escalates when Sara becomes a pawn in Riyan's enemies' games, forcing Riyan to make impossible choices between his empire and the woman he's fallen for.
In this story of love, betrayal, and power, Sara must find the strength to survive the dangerous world she's been pulled into, all while questioning whether she can truly trust the man who owns her heart. Riyan, on the other hand, must decide if he's willing to sacrifice everything he's built for the chance......
*Wattys 2018 Winner / Hidden Gems*
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