Unraveling Secrets in Sea Haven

In a world where loyalty and betrayal clash, Percival Harper finds himself thrust into a life he never wanted. A skilled operative for a notorious figure known as Old Man Thorne, Percival has relentle ssly completed high-stakes missions and earned a fortune. Yet, as he boards a bus to Sea Haven, all he can think about is the flashy car he feels entitled to — a stark contrast to his fraying jeans and faded t-shirt. But the bus ride takes a dramatic turn when a gang of armed thugs hijacks the vehicle. In an unexpected twist, Percival's latent skills spring to life as he single-handedly neutralizes the threat, revealing secrets about his formidable past. When they arrive in Sea Haven, Percival's newfound fame brings admiration from a curious enchantress who insists on knowing more about the enigmatic young man who saved her life. As Percival navigates his sudden notoriety, he learns of a bet tied to his name that has bound him to Elena Wright, a powerful CEO he has yet to meet. This engagement was not born of love, but of circumstance—a point of contention as Percival struggles with the obligation while trying to protect Elena from unseen dangers linked to the legacy of the Ice Crystal Stone, an artifact steeped in myth and treachery. With his freedom at stake and his personal desires clashing with duty, Percival must decipher the tangled web of loyalty surrounding both him and Elena. Will he manage to carve a path through deceit, unlock the hidden truths of the Ice Crystal Stone, and ultimately, decide if he can embrace a future he never envisioned? As tensions rise and deeper revelations unfold, Percival's journey becomes one of self-discovery, courage, and unexpected romance, challenging the beliefs he has formed in a life where survival is paramount, and every decision could lead to liberation or doom. ...