She inherited an empire. He's hiding in the shadows. Together, they'll burn corruption to the ground. Dorothy Monroe has spent her life proving she doesn't need anyone. As the newly appointed CEO of her family's logistics empire, she's buried her grief in late nights and ruthless control. But when corporate pressure mounts and threats escalate, the cracks in her armor begin to show. Then a panic attack in a stalled elevator changes everything. Ronald Marcelo is just a janitor. Quiet. Unassuming. Forgettable. Except Dorothy can't forget him—or the way his steady presence makes her feel safe for the first time in months. What she doesn't know is that Ronald is far more dangerous than he appears. And the company she's fighting to save is at the center of a supernatural war she never knew existed. As enemies close in and deadly secrets surface, Dorothy must decide: keep standing alone, or trust the man whose protection comes with truths that could shatter her world. A slow-burn paranormal romance where corporate intrigue meets fated mates, and choosing love means risking everything. Perfect for fans of powerful heroines, protective alphas, and romances where trust is earned, not given.