Her father’s debt. Sold to the highest bidder. One week changes her life forever. Emiliano Coppola was scum. Short, pudgy, sweaty scum. Most men who sat in this office were, but he was the lowest of the low. Instead of sacrificing himself, he had the nerve to offer his daughter as payment for his debt. A man who would offer his daughter in a skin auction wasn’t a man, he was filth. If it were up to me, we’d decline. But it wasn’t. The auction rules were simple: any of-age, willing party could take part. I might be one of the owners of The Market, but it didn’t mean I participated in the activities that took place there. That changes once I see Emiliana on my security monitor. Author’s Note: The Auction ends on a cliffhanger. The rest of the story continues in Her Protector. It was previously published as episodes 1-12 of Her Protector on Kindle Vella. A content note is provided in the front matter of the book for anyone who wants that information prior to reading.

Frankie and Giulietta have been inseparable since childhood, growing up as best friends in a family they both desperately wish to escape. When tragedy strikes, instead of tearing them apart, it binds them even closer. Frankie becomes Giulietta's unwavering protector, determined to shield her from the dangerous forces that threaten her. Haunted by a shared past, Frankie is willing to make any sacrifice to ensure Giulietta's safety, even if it means putting his own life on the line. As the stakes rise and loyalties are tested, their bond deepens, and their love becomes the beacon of hope amidst the shadows of the Mafia underworld. In this heart-pounding tale of love, loyalty, and danger, Frankie and Giulietta fight against all odds to carve out a future together beyond the clutches of their family's criminal legacy. Will their love conquer all, or will the shadows of the past tear them apart? Content Note The Auction contains dark elements and is intended for adults, 18+. It contains mature content and sensitive situations. A content note is provided in the front matter of the book for anyone who wants that information prior to reading.