A Sinful Empire

Some girls grow up in castles with fortresses to protect them from monsters.
Other girls grow up in castles with fortresses to protect the monsters.
I am both these girls.

Antonio Huntsman comes to call soon after my father dies.
Unannounced, unapologetic, and unmistakably in charge.
With a dangerous gaze and bespoke suit, he looks every bit the man who haunts my dreams.

He wants my family's priceless vineyards. I'm sure of it.
They’ll be the crowning jewel of his empire.
But I’m wrong.
He wants me.