Ivo is the right-hand man to the most dangerous man in Ultimo Morte, Raffaele Di Morte. Ivo will do anything for the family and his capo, even marry a newly widowed woman. Elisa's husband's desire to leave his wife in safe hands was his dying wish. And while Ivo's not ready to forget his first love and mother of his child, he accepts his fate.

Elisa is stunned when she finds out that her dearly departed husband has made plans for her future without ever consulting her, but no one refuses Raffaele Di Morte. The thought of marrying Ivo is terrifying, but she falls in love with his daughter and wants to make this marriage work.

Ivo and Elisa have much to learn about one another. Each must move past their previous loves and unite as a family. There are other threats lurking and Elisa is in danger. Ivo vows to protect his new wife at any cost.