Bella, scarred by a tragedy Lord Montgomery caused, is coerced by the witch Selena into slaughtering his family. She endures torture and silence, unable to speak the truth. Alexander, blinded by hatred, nearly kills her with Truth Leeches—until the final worm reveals Selena’s web of lies and Montgomery’s willing sacrifice. Broken, he carries her home, but her memories fade. As the last rose falls, she finds peace in his arms—remembering only love.
