The Thorn In His Rose

After witnessing her father's murder as a child, Clara is raised by Marcus, a powerful yet emotionally distant mafia boss who becomes her guardian and protector. Ten years later, haunted by the unsolved crime, she uncovers a shocking link between it and Leona, Marcus's new fiancée. When Clara's attempt to expose Leona fails and her evidence disappears, she is left isolated, with Marcus defending his future wife. Unbeknownst to her, the betrayal is even deeper: the night of intimacy she shared with Marcus was a result of Leona's manipulation. Now, Clara must navigate her quest for justice, her complicated feelings for Marcus, and a growing threat from the woman poised to become his bride—all while unaware of the full extent of the deception surrounding her.