Whispers in the Ballroom
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At just 6 years old, Princess Anastasia witnessed the brutal assassination of her mother and father during a royal gala-a now haunting memory that has left her emotionally wounded and distrustful of those around her. Now, just turned eighteen and finds herself stuck in the loophole of opulent balls and ceremonial dinners, all under the watchful eyes of her grandparents, the King and Queen. Next in line for the throne, Anastasia is suffocating under the weight of expectations and a destiny she never chose.
When Anastasia is assigned a new bodyguard, the stoic and overprotective Cade, sparks fly-but not the romantic kind. Anastasia, fiercely independent and sharp-tongued, clashes with Cade's ridgid sense of duty and control. Their interactions are a battlefield, with Anastasia determined to assert her autonomy and Cade equally resolute in fulfilling his protective role.
But when shadows from Anastasia's past resurfaces, threatening her life and the fragile stability of the kingdom, Cade's unwavering dedication becomes her shield. As danger looms and secrets unravel, Anastasia begins to see the man behind the suit and tie-a protector haunted by his own demons. In the crucible of crisis, animosity gives way to trust, and trust blossoms into a feeling neither of them expected...
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