A broken perfumer, Arella Rogue violated rules once and shared a passionate night with a strange. After seven years, a twisted fate brings them together, but her heart is still raw to gamble over her unrecompensed feelings. An optimistic and charismatic businessman, Skipper Linton’s plan crumbles like his heart the moment they meet. Their scorching passion reignites, but there’s a problem—she’s forbidden fruit he shouldn’t bite. And one thing Arella learned from her past—it’s not to play with fire. But the more she pulls away, fate brings them closer. And one long-buried secret can change their lives forever

Sin Series

/"KEENE, WHAT a surprise?/" We hugged each other. /"Please, come in./"

I wasn’t expecting to see him at my door. He didn’t have the off-color anymore and seemed to look fine.

If I may have guessed, this had something to do with what happened between me and Westley today.

/"I apologize if I just drop by your apartment unannounced. I called Ms. Rogue and asked for your address./" Arella must have informed the doorman ahead of time, allowing Keene into my apartment floor.

I shook my head. /"Don’t apologize, mate. I’m glad you drop by./" I closed the door and swallowed. My stomach churned suddenly, and I wanted to throw up because I think I might have a few ideas on why he was here and how this visit would end.

/"Thank you, man. I won’t stay long./"

I led him to the sleek and contemporary living room. /"Have a seat. Can I get you something—/"

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