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Book Two in the "Alcaraz Duology" 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐇𝐢𝐬 𝐅𝐢𝐱𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 Catalina Alcaraz is a single mother with a past that she doesn't wish to revisit. She has managed to become a successful doctor and to create a life of her own despite her father's attempts of ruining it all for her. She is seen as cold and emotionless by most people. Catalina considers herself to be miserable and bitter yet doesn't take it out on others especially the people she loves. Her focus is solely on her career and her son, who she believes to detest her, so love is the last thing on her mind. Silas Galanti is a merciless hitman. The underworld is unaware of his true identity, and killing him is nearly impossible. Being a killing machine has become tiring for him and he is in search of something more to truly put meaning to his life. So he chooses to retire early in order to search for a wife to start a family with. He's prepared to give love and receive it, that is, until a particular woman catches his eye. In a sense, Silas is handing her his bare heart in her hands, but she refuses it with no interest. Catalina's seemingly almost perfect life takes a turn when people from her past reappear and when a particular hitman begins to pursue her. Silas charms his way into Catalina's life determined to do everything it takes to win her heart but it will take more than a few charming words and a pretty smile to keep her attention. Will Silas be able to deal with Catalina's cold demeanor and seriousness, as well as with the unexpected turns that come with wanting to be with her? Will Catalina be able to allow herself to love and be loved at last, or will she keep avoiding the emotion? After all, being cautious with love can be a great threat to finally attaining happiness. - *STORY IS UNEDITED* *ALL PICTURES USED ARE NOT MINE AND WERE FOUND ON PINTEREST* !!! WARNING !!! This story contains mature scenes and language!!!