Book excerpt: As Carmen and I face the last remnants of Daniel’s associates, our journey hits a boiling point. Danger lurks around every corner, and chaos threatens to rip us apart. I can feel the tension building, each moment more intense than the last. Together, we confront our darkest fears. I see the strength in her, the fire that drives her. But I also feel the weight of our past choices, the darkness that surrounds us. In this twisted world, where love and power are tangled, I must protect what’s mine. Carmen has to decide if she can fully surrender to our dark bond. Can she embrace the chaos that comes with being by my side? The ultimate test of loyalty and desire is upon us, and I’m ready to fight for us both. Every choice will define our future, and I know that if we survive this, we’ll emerge stronger. But the question lingers: can we truly face the darkness together, or will it tear us apart forever?