Beneath the façade of an arrogant lawyer beats the heart of a wounded man yearning for love.

New to his job, Ethan is warned to avoid the firm's lawyer with a reputation for being a dick. After one meeting with James, Ethan understands the warning.

But when he's compelled to collaborate with the lawyer, he stumbles upon James' hidden pain and discovers a vulnerable side he never expected.

James, who has long mastered the art of concealing his anguish, finds himself falling headlong into love with Ethan, and his world is turned upside down.

Ethan refuses to let James hide anymore and gives him an ultimatum. Will James finally confront the truth he has avoided for too long? Both men have a painful choice. Face love and danger together or walk away. Which will they choose?

CW Spousal abuse