Rose Behind the Thorns

Isabela is confident. She's always been that way. She spent years creating the facade she wears proudly - no weakness, enigmatic, unreadable, and yet completely seductive. Her hot head makes her as attractive as ever - if only she'd let go of the cockiness to actually believe in falling in love.

Raphael is strong. He has no problem showing it off. Anyone who calls him soft would be shut up efficiently. No one messes with him, and his haughty demeanor has kept his defensive emotional wall standing. He would never, EVER admit to any feelings of any kind willingly. Well, perhaps if those feelings had to do with frustration or anger.

So what happens when two fiery teens meet one fateful night in the darkened streets of New York City?

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