In the Name of Love and Loyalty

"I'm so sorry," she said, but there was no fear in her voice. "I wasn't looking where I was going."
I clenched my jaw. "You should have been."
To my surprise, she didn't back down. "Well, maybe you should watch where you're going, too. It's not like I did this on purpose."
I stopped, stunned. "Do you have any idea who you're speaking to?"
Her eyes didn't flinch. "Yes, I do. And I don't care. I'm not going to stand here while you blame me."
I was taken aback. Most people would've cowered, but she didn't.
"Next time, be more careful," I said, colder now.
"I will," she replied, "And maybe don't judge so quickly."

*****

Zahra is a kind, fierce, and hardworking woman who is deeply dedicated to her religion. As a hijabi, she maintains a strong sense of faith and self-respect, and her unwavering determination to do right by her values makes her both compassionate and savage when necessary.

Rashid Khan, on the other hand, is a notorious mafia boss feared across all of Asia. Cold, calculating, and intimidating, he's used to being in control, and his ruthless demeanor keeps everyone around him in check.

When they are arranged to marry, their worlds collide. Zahra's fiery independence and strong beliefs challenge Rashid's dominance and cold control. Neither is willing to back down, creating a tension-filled dynamic. Will Zahra's strength break through Rashid's hardened exterior, or will their clash of wills tear them apart?

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