Deceit requires punishment. But what happens when the mark is innocent? Killian “Dagger” Bedivere My latest assignment has evolved into a game of deciphering whom to trust—the renowned politician who hired the Cavalieri Della Morte, or the runaway bride? She’s gorgeous, conniving, and everything I crave in a woman. She’s also my target. Rule number one: Never fall for the mark. Rule number two: Fuck rule number one. Amara “Scarlet” Rose I never wanted this world, but the decision wasn’t mine to make. I always belonged to him. Now there’s a new player on the board—one hell-bent on destroying all my plans. He’s lethal, handsome, and everything I should fear. Rule number one: Don’t trust anyone. Rule number two: Do everything you can to survive, even if it means breaking rule number one. And rule number three: When in doubt, kill.