Frank Falkner, the fearsome leader of a powerful Mexican drug cartel, maintained his control through a network of loyal spies and corrupt cops. Amidst this dangerous world, one person held his heart: Melissa, his ward of fifteen years. Frank would do anything to protect her. To shield Melissa from his enemies, Frank proposed a fake marriage, believing it would ensure her safety and loyalty. Frank, who never accepted refusal, enforced this arrangement with his usual ruthlessness. Though treated like hired help when it came to his rules, Melissa was the object of his fierce protectiveness. Over time, Frank's feelings for Melissa deepened. No longer just his ward, she became a woman who attracted him deeply. He touched her with a tenderness that contrasted sharply with his fearsome reputation. Melissa, initially compliant out of necessity, began to see Frank as her hero, a savior in her tumultuous life. She developed feelings for him, seeing him as her new high amid the chaos. Their mutual attraction reached its peak when they shared a moment of intense passion, revealing their true feelings for each other. This emotional awakening led Frank to make a bold decision. Realizing the depth of his love for Melissa, he asked her to marry him for real, a proposal born out of genuine affection and a desire for a life together. Understanding her inescapable reality, Melissa accepted his proposal. She knew her destiny was intertwined with his and that leaving was not an option. By saying yes, she embraced her love for him and the life they would share. Frank kissed her passionately, sealing their commitment with an intensity that mirrored their emotions.