Bedded, by order of the Sheikh Sheikh Rafiq Al'Ramiz left his homeland behind – betrayed by the woman he loved. He's hardened his heart and made his fortune – and now he must return: his country needs him. But he is more powerful than ever, and vengeance is high on his agenda! Seeing Sera again, he finds the image he's held of a heartless temptress at odds with her drab robes and downcast eyes. But, immune to her sob story, he will take what he's owed! What will this ruthless sheikh do when he discovers the depth of Sera's very real innocence?