INTRODUCTION

...Mors Azrael ...

...The son of the feared mafia leader, Silas Azrael, and the formidable Carmilla Azrael. His family wields significant power in both legitimate business and the violent underworld....

...From a young age, Mors struggled to grasp human emotions, relying instead on imitation. Raised by a strict father, he was trained to become a lethal force, taking control of his father’s operations by age 12....

...His ruthlessness is matched only by his disdain for women, with the exception of his mother, whom he loves deeply.Everything changed when he fell for Seraphina Aurelia, his Czarina, at the age of 16....

...At that time, she was just 13, working alongside her mother in a flower shop. Mors's obsession spiraled into darkness, leading him to fantasize about keeping her in a cage, though he was determined not to instill fear in her....

...For the first time, he experienced genuine emotions, captivated by the power in her eyes that left him weak.Mors began sending her anonymous gifts and stalking her, eliminating any man who dared to approach her. His desire to be near her consumed him....

...As Seraphina turned 20 and Mors reached 24, he resolved to take further steps to claim her, driven by an insatiable longing....

...Seraphina Aurelia...

...young girl with a heart full of dreams and a mind that sometimes wanders into the clouds. Her naivety is not a flaw but a reflection of her innocence and optimism. She believes in the goodness of people and the beauty of the world around her, often seeing possibilities where others see obstacles. This hopeful perspective fuels her strong will; when she sets her mind to something, she pursues it with unwavering determination, whether it’s helping her mother in the flower shop or standing up for a friend in need....

...The flower shop, owned by her mother, is more than just a business; it is Seraphina’s sanctuary. The vibrant colors and intoxicating scents create a magical atmosphere where she feels safe and cherished....

...Here, she learns the art of nurturing—not just the flowers, but also the relationships that matter most to her. Each bloom tells a story, and Seraphina finds joy in arranging flowers, often creating bouquets that reflect her emotions or the feelings she wishes to convey to others. The shop is a place where laughter mingles with the fragrance of fresh blooms, and where Seraphina feels a sense of belonging....

...Seraphina’s love for her family is profound and unconditional. She often sacrifices her own desires for the sake of her mother’s happiness, whether it’s taking on extra chores or forgoing her own outings to help at the shop....

...She had been arranging daisies when a sleek, black luxury car parked outside, its polished surface glinting ominously in the sunlight....

...Curiosity piqued, she stole glances at the vehicle, feeling an unsettling chill creep down her spine. The car remained for over an hour, and an eerie silence enveloped the shop. Seraphina’s heart raced; something about the car felt wrong, like a storm brewing on the horizon....

...As the sun dipped lower, shadows stretched across the pavement, and she sensed that this was just the beginning. Little did she know, this strange encounter would unravel the fabric of her happy life, plunging her into a world of fear and uncertainty, where the safety of her family and the joy of her simple existence would be put to the ultimate test....

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