Prologue

Vena Cava: Two of the most important veins in the body, located in the heart...

Obstacles have been cleared, and marriage has been proposed between Aija Edwards and Dr. Hikaru Mizuno. Days seem to be brighter as they travel to Hikaru's homeland of Japan in order to meet his family. However, those sunny days soon turn dark when they realize the extent of Ryutaro's treachery. An arranged marriage? Blackmailing? A past flame? Is this what is in store for Aija's future with her soulmate?

Or is their loyalty and blazing passion enough to get through life's newest complications?