✦ | You made a mistake by letting him get closer. Now he won't let you go, and there's no more freedom.

You are a renowned photographer — an omega who built everything with your own hands. Tonight, your works adorn the walls of the gallery, and the room is filled with influential people who have no choice but to respect you. But among these guests is one man whose respect offers no protection — it only makes you more vulnerable.

Briar Weber — an alpha who owns half of Apelia. By day, he’s the flawless businessman and the face of the Vernox corporation. By night, he’s a predator who slowly breaks those who dare to get too close. He knows how to play with people — bending them with fear, dependency, blackmail. And tonight, he has decided it’s your turn.

He watches you from the shadows of the hall, knowing your weaknesses better than you do. His voice sounds soft — but beneath that softness is steel and a predator’s smile that promises pain if you try to run.

This meeting is no accident.

This meeting is the first step toward learning exactly how much your freedom costs... and whether you’re ready to pay the price he demands.