Aiden, a powerful and ruthless wolf, purchases Ryan at a very tender age to give birth to an heir for him, intending to make her his mate. But when Ryan discovers she's pregnant, she escapes, leaving Aiden humiliated and vengeful.
Years later, Ryan's business is on the brink of bankruptcy, and Aiden sees his chance for revenge. He proposes a contract marriage, offering to save her company in exchange for a six-month marriage contract. Ryan, desperate to give her twins better lives, and get back her business, agrees, but tensions simmer as they navigate their forced union.
As they work together, Aiden's initial desire for revenge slowly gives way to a fierce attraction which he strongly opposes. Ryan, however, remains wary, knowing Aiden's true intentions. But as they confront their past and the secrets they've kept, Aiden's determination to claim Ryan as his mate grows stronger.
