felix winters

Julian Saint Clair is living a double life. On one side, he's the last heir to his family's empire, trapped in a loveless marriage to secure the legacy. On the other, he's deeply in love with Ethan, the man who owns his heart. Torn between duty and desire, Julian strikes a dangerous balance—keeping up appearances with his wife, Alexandra, while hiding the truth from the world. But Alexandra has her own burdens. Forced into this marriage, she longs for freedom and a life of her own. When Julian proposes an unconventional living arrangement with Ethan, the fragile foundation of their lives starts to crack. Can Alexandra live in a marriage where love isn't for her? And can Julian keep Ethan close without breaking them all? As secrets about Julian’s father’s death come to light, everything begins to unravel. A powerful betrayal from within the family puts them all in danger, and Julian must choose between protecting the empire or saving the man he loves. With lies, desire, and danger closing in, **Ties of duty and desire** weaves a gripping tale of love, power, and sacrifice. Will they find a way to build a family from the ruins, or will the cost of the truth destroy them all?

“Are you… a virgin?” he asked, surprised. Sophia’s face flushed deeply. “Yes. Yes, I am,” she admitted softly. “How old are you?” Aidan asked, feeling a surge of worry. “I’m twenty-five, sir,” she replied, trying to hold his gaze. “What do we do now?” Aidan asked, desperation lacing his voice. “Because, God knows, I can’t stop now. I’ve completely lost control.” -------- Billionaire Aidan Norton has built a life of power and success, but behind his cold exterior lies a heart shattered by betrayal. After his ex-fiancée left him for a wealthier man, Aidan vowed to abandon love and focus on expanding his empire. His impenetrable walls are challenged when Sophia, a resilient young woman escaping a toxic past, enters his life as a maid. As she quietly restores order to his lonely world, Aidan finds himself drawn to her warmth, causing his defenses to begin to crack. Just as he starts to question his choices, his manipulative ex returns, threatening to destroy the fragile bond he’s formed with Sophia. Aidan must choose: protect his heart by remaining emotionally distant or risk everything for the woman who might be his salvation. As old wounds resurface and new challenges arise, Aidan and Sophia must confront the barriers between them—or watch their budding relationship crumble.