Tainted Rage

Brock Michaels was a street kid turned criminal. He decided to leave the crime business, but an item called the Red Russian was taken. The boss's men came, and his family was murdered. The item wasn't found. Brock was confronted three years later. He was in love with Lena Alexander, but she wasn't aware of his past. Brock will return to the lifestyle he left behind after Lena's life is put in danger.

Phoenix "Santos" De Cordova was a street kid turned Homicide Detective. A random exchange with Veronica at Guilty Pleasures will spark mutual interest, but he didn't expect to see Brock Michaels. They had history, so Phoenix will struggle to remain on the right side of the law.

Veronica Rodriguez escaped her abusive past and was in the process of a well-deserved divorce. She had a great job and was dating a successful doctor. Things changed when Veronica discovered his secrets. An embarrassing situation will prompt Veronica to spend more time with Phoenix.