In the shadows of political power and lethal secrets, Cassandra O'Neil's life changes forever when she witnesses the murder of Mayor Leon Michael at the hands of Asher Creed-a mysterious and deadly "fixer" whose entire existence is built around navigating perilous situations. What starts as an ordinary day for Cassandra, the mayor's personal assistant, spirals into a nightmare as she's taken prisoner by Asher, swept into a dangerous world from which there is no escape.Fleeing for their lives, Asher seeks help from an old friend, only to be initially turned away. With no time to waste, he persuades the friend to lend them a car. But with the mayor's assassination making headlines, Cassandra becomes the prime suspect, and Asher, the suspected accomplice. As the city turns against them, every road out of town is blocked, police checkpoints are everywhere, and the pressure intensifies. Asher's knack for disguise gets them through a checkpoint, but they soon find themselves pursued by helicopters as they veer off the beaten path and head for the mountains.
On the run, Cassandra is overwhelmed by guilt, haunted by the town's accusation of her being a murderer. Her fearlessness in the face of death rattles Asher, and she pushes him, even begging him to kill her. But Asher, tormented by his own demons, finds himself torn between the ruthless killer he's always been and an emerging need to protect her. As they navigate the harsh mountain terrain, evading the authorities and their growing fears, an unexpected bond forms between them-one of survival, trust, and an undeniable attraction that simmers beneath their tense alliance.
Their respite arrives in the form of Tommy, an old friend of Asher's, who takes them in. In the sanctuary of Tommy's home, Cassandra and Asher's shared moments lead to an unexpected passion, but Asher is consumed by regret. He knows their time together is running out. With plans to secure Cassandra a new passport and send her to Paris, Asher resolves to keep his distance, even as his feelings for her deepen.
However, the safety of Tommy's home is short-lived when betrayal strikes. Tommy reveals his plan to turn them in for the bounty on their heads. A violent confrontation ensues, leading to tragedy as Cassandra is accidentally shot. Asher, consumed by fury and guilt, kills Tommy and rushes Cassandra to the hospital. There, he confronts the weight of his feelings for her as she hovers between life and death. He realizes how much she means to him, and when she survives, he makes the painful decision to leave her behind for her own safety.
As Cassandra recovers and embarks on a new life in Paris, fate is not finished with them. When Asher takes a job in the city, their paths cross once again. Their reunion is fraught with tension, culminating in an argument that threatens to sever their bond forever. But as Asher prepares to leave, he's pulled back by the realization that he cannot let Cassandra go. In a heartfelt confession, he bares his soul, vowing to leave behind the life that's kept him in the shadows.
Together, they confront their uncertain future, determined to face whatever lies ahead, no longer alone.
