In the power games of the mafia, love is a dangerous gamble. Liora, the only daughter of the mafia leader, lives in a world woven with luxury and shadows. From a young age, she was taught to stay away from danger, but her heart is captured by the cold and powerful bodyguard, Kaelan, during an unexpected encounter. Their feelings quietly blossom in secrecy, but when Liora's father discovers their secret, a storm of fate ensues. In this suspenseful and emotional story, how will Liora and Kaelan confront each other's pasts? Amidst the shadows of hatred and betrayal, can they reclaim the love they once shared? As the truth gradually unfolds, what direction will their fates take?
View MoreThe crystal chandelier in the luxurious hotel cast a soft glow, transforming the grand hall into a scene straight out of a fairy tale. Liora wore a crimson silk evening gown, its hem swaying lightly with her steps. A loose strand of hair fell from her meticulously styled updo, adding a touch of charm and playfulness. Behind her, Kaelan stood in a perfectly tailored black suit, his stern demeanor and piercing gaze making him stand out amidst the crowd.Tonight’s banquet was anything but ordinary. Liora knew it was a covert gathering for negotiations between powerful families, and her role was purely decorative. Her father intended her presence to intimidate potential rivals. Kaelan, on the other hand, had been assigned as her personal bodyguard.“Keep a low profile tonight. Don’t draw attention,” Kaelan warned in his usual cold tone before entering the hall.Liora lifted her chin, a hint of defiance in her eyes. “Low profile? In a setting like this, I doubt that’s possible.”Kaelan fro
The night draped over the estate, with the moonlight filtering through the curtains, casting a soft yet cold glow on the floor. Liora stood by the window, her gaze piercing through the glass towards the distant forest. Her mind was filled with one question—did she truly understand Kaelan? What kind of heart was hidden beneath his cold, hardened exterior?Lately, she found it increasingly difficult to ignore Kaelan's presence. His deliberate attempts to keep a distance only piqued her curiosity. Every time she drew near him, she could feel a subtle tension in the air, as if he were always on guard, afraid she might uncover his deepest secrets.However, Liora had no intention of giving up so easily. She knew that the more he pushed her away, the more she wanted to get closer, to uncover the man beneath the mask."Liora, what are you doing here again tonight?" Suddenly, Kaelan's voice broke her train of thought.She turned to see him standing in the doorway, his arms crossed over his che
As time passed, the relationship between Liora and Kaelan remained in a delicate balance. She had not completely let go of her obsession with Kaelan’s cold indifference, but she had gradually come to realize that this man was far more complicated than she had initially thought. Every time she tried to get closer to him, it felt as though she was facing an impenetrable wall. Behind that wall, however, seemed to lie a secret that no one knew about.One evening, Liora sat on the sofa in the study, flipping through a document her father had just handed to her. Her eyes would occasionally glance out the window, but her focus was hard to maintain. She realized that she could no longer ignore the strange things about Kaelan.Since the crisis, Kaelan's attitude seemed to have shifted subtly. He no longer remained as cold as before but would occasionally show a hint of unconscious concern, especially when she was in danger. Yet, despite this, his heart remained closed off like an isolated isla
The training grounds of the manor were bathed in intense sunlight, the air thick with a stifling heat. Kaelan stood off to the side as usual, silently observing the guards' routine drills. His upright posture and stoic demeanor resembled an unyielding sculpture.Not far away, Liora leaned against a tree with her arms crossed, her gaze fixed firmly on him. After days of observation, she was convinced that behind this cold and indifferent exterior lay secrets waiting to be uncovered. Determined, she made it her mission to break through his defenses.“Kaelan,” she called out at last, stepping in front of him with a hint of provocation in her tone. “Do you think I’m insignificant?”Kaelan didn’t turn his head, replying flatly, “Unimportant people wouldn’t be a target.”Liora frowned. This wasn’t the answer she wanted.“So, I’m just a mission to you?” she pressed, her voice sharp. “Am I no different from these mechanical guards in your eyes?”Kaelan finally turned to look at her. His gaze
The morning sunlight broke through the clouds, casting its glow over the vast courtyard of the estate. A thin mist lingered, and the air was thick with the earthy scent of damp grass and trees. Liora sat at the long dining table, cradling a cup of hot tea. Despite her seemingly relaxed posture, her occasional glances out the window betrayed the unease still stirring in her heart.The attack from last night was still vivid in her memory. Kaelan’s calm and decisive demeanor had left her feeling conflicted. He seemed cold and emotionless, yet the way he had protected her was so resolute and fearless.“What am I even thinking?” Liora muttered to herself, trying to dispel her wandering thoughts. She set her teacup down and decided to take a walk in the garden to clear her mind.As soon as she pushed open the door, she spotted Kaelan standing under the shade of a tree not far away, his cold gaze fixed on her.“You again.” Liora frowned, her tone laced with exasperation. “Are you planning to
Night had fallen, and the estate lay shrouded in a tranquil darkness. A faint light spilled through the cracks in the curtains of Liora’s room, casting a dim and cozy glow. Yet, deep in the woods outside, danger lurked silently, inching closer.Liora leaned wearily against her headboard, her favorite book spread open on her lap, though her thoughts had long drifted away from its words. The argument from earlier still echoed in her mind, especially Kaelan’s cold, cutting words: “If you don’t want to die, learn to shut up and listen.”“Arrogant bastard,” she muttered through clenched teeth, tossing the book aside and preparing to get into bed.Just then, a faint noise came from outside the window—like dry leaves being crushed underfoot. Her movements froze, and her eyes darted toward the window, alert. She stepped closer, carefully pulling back the curtain to peek outside. In the shadows of the woods, a barely perceptible figure moved between the trees.“Where’s the security team?” she
The air in the estate was serene yet taut, as if a storm was brewing. Deep within its grounds, in the meeting room, Liora sat on the sofa, her delicate fingers tapping impatiently on the armrest. Her gaze, tinged with defiance and questioning, landed on her father, Elias, the mafia leader, who stood by the window with a stern expression.“So, you hired a complete stranger to protect me?” Liora’s voice was cold, her tone laced with undisguised resistance. “Father, I am not some porcelain doll that needs a bodyguard.”“This is for your safety,” Elias replied, turning to face her. His sharp gaze softened momentarily with a hint of weariness. “Our enemies are restless, Liora. Your safety is my top priority.”“But I don’t need this!” she shouted, rising to her feet and throwing her hand in the air. “I can protect myself, and you know it!”Elias didn’t respond immediately. Instead, he raised his hand, signaling her to be quiet. Soft footsteps echoed from outside the door, and soon it creake
The air in the estate was serene yet taut, as if a storm was brewing. Deep within its grounds, in the meeting room, Liora sat on the sofa, her delicate fingers tapping impatiently on the armrest. Her gaze, tinged with defiance and questioning, landed on her father, Elias, the mafia leader, who stood by the window with a stern expression.“So, you hired a complete stranger to protect me?” Liora’s voice was cold, her tone laced with undisguised resistance. “Father, I am not some porcelain doll that needs a bodyguard.”“This is for your safety,” Elias replied, turning to face her. His sharp gaze softened momentarily with a hint of weariness. “Our enemies are restless, Liora. Your safety is my top priority.”“But I don’t need this!” she shouted, rising to her feet and throwing her hand in the air. “I can protect myself, and you know it!”Elias didn’t respond immediately. Instead, he raised his hand, signaling her to be quiet. Soft footsteps echoed from outside the door, and soon it creake
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