From the island that claimed Liam's mother to the secluded hills of Scotland, where vows can be exchanged in private under the Queen's watchful eye, Liam and Shea are finally steps away from the peace they've fought so hard to deserve. With royal blessings and family by their side, their happily ever after feels within reach.

But the past is never truly buried.

When the stepmother from hell emerges from the shadows, driven by vengeance and greed, her return threatens to unravel everything. She's not just out to destroy Liam and Shea's happiness?she's placing targets on the backs of everyone they love.

Megan thought her sister's story had found its happy ending, but nothing prepared her for the chaos that came next. And Arnold, still haunted by battles both abroad and at home, is forced to stand guard once more?only this time, the enemy is far closer to the crown than they ever imagined.

As danger closes in and trust fractures, Liam and Shea must protect the future they've built. But in a world where betrayal wears a smile and power corrupts, love might not be the only thing they have to fight for... it might be the only thing that survives.