The world on the outside of the law has rules. At least—the world I run does . . . Rule number one—you take from me and I will take from you—whatever you value the most. I will take it—and—I will keep it . . . When a Vieth orphans kills one of my men, Karen Vieth offers her daughter as payment to soothe my anger. Cora Vieth is a quiet, beautiful woman but she doesn’t settle my spirit. Instead, she fires lusts I didn’t realize I had. I’m not supposed to keep Cora, not if I want peace with the Vieth orphans—but there’s no way I’m giving her back either. If the city turns red as I claim my queen so be it. Note: This book is intended for readers 18+.