Rafael Rivera

Rafael Rivera never cared for love. Power, control, and survival—that’s all that mattered. His arranged marriage was nothing more than a political move, but she became something dangerous. When she walks away after discovering his betrayal, Rafael tells himself it’s for the best. Until he learns the truth—she may not have left alone. Now, Rafael must decide if he will fight for her or let his demons win. But some sins are unforgivable, and he might already be too late. Excerpt: Rafael leaned against the car, watching her. "You don’t get to just walk away." She crossed her arms. "Funny, I thought that’s exactly what you did." His jaw tightened. "I never left you." She smiled, but it didn’t reach her eyes. "No, you just made sure I had nowhere left to stay." Supporting Characters: Luciana Rivera – Rafael’s older sister, whose personal agenda pushes her to manipulate her brother’s empire. Vicente Guerra – A former ally turned deadly enemy, aiming to seize Rafael’s power.