Beth Rose May
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Betrayal in His Arms
Mafia Betrayal in His Arms
A Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance of Love, Lies, and Revenge
Isabella Lane thought she knew what monsters looked like.
Until she met Adrian Steele-the billionaire who ruled Valoria's underworld with a glance that could freeze fire.
Her mission was simple: get close, make him trust her, and end his life.
But nothing about Adrian is simple.
He's sin wrapped in silk, danger disguised as charm. One touch burns, one look unravels everything she thought she was.
Adrian has built empires on fear and loyalty, yet one small, curvy stranger makes his control slip. Her laughter softens his rage; her secrets tempt him to risk the kingdom he swore to protect. He doesn't know she's the weapon aimed at his heart-or that loving her will destroy them both.
When truth bleeds through lies, passion turns to ruin. In a city where every promise costs blood, Isabella must choose between the man she loves and the vengeance that made her.
And Adrian will learn that the greatest betrayal isn't from an enemy's bullet-but from the woman in his arms.
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He didn't know I had hours of footage showing his "innocent" Aria sleeping with his guards, his rivals, and even his staff, laughing about how easy he was to manipulate.
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"You will terminate this pregnancy immediately."
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