The soft hum of the engines grew louder as the luxury cruise ship slowly approached the vast harbor. The heavy ropes dropped with a thud, and a long horn echoed across the bay, announcing the ship’s arrival to land. From the balcony of her cabin, Leviana gazed at the city before her. The harbor lights merged with the towering skyscrapers, creating a dazzling sight that seemed to welcome thousands of passengers eager to step ashore and taste the life on land.

But for Leviana, this wasn’t just another foreign city. To her, it was an opportunity—an opportunity to uncover the truth that had been tormenting her heart.

Adrian entered the...