After her father's assassination, Elena discovers that a rival family is behind it. She vows to avenge her father's death, unaware that the assassin sent to kill her is already lurking in the shadows/ when Dante and Elena cross paths, their initial confrontation is filled with animosity. However, they soon find themselves drawn to one another, caught in a web of desire and loyalty. Elena sees in Dante a glimpse of the strength she wishes to embody, while Dante is captivated by her fierce determination and vulnerability. As Elena struggles with her new role and the haunting memories of her father, she learns that Dante is the assassin sent to kill her. Torn between her growing feelings for him and her duty to her family, she grapples with betrayal and trust. Dante too, faces a moral dilemma: will he go through with his mission and destroy Elena, or will he risk everything for a chance at love?

Elena Vittore: The strong-willed daughter of a recently assassinated mafia boss. Despite her father's expectations of a son, she steps into her role as the head of the family, battling her insecurities and the ghosts of her father's expectations. She is determined to prover her worth and protect her family.

Dante: A skilled assassin hired to eliminate the Vittore family, but he is conflicted. He carries the weight of his own family's tragic history with the mafia and is haunted by his past. When he encounters Elena, he feels an inexplicable connection that challenges his mission and his hear.