No longer a pushover

Judy's life takes a dramatic turn when her adoptive father is arrested due to a devastating financial collapse, leaving him imprisoned until his massive debt is resolved. Desperate for a solution, she is confronted by Ethan, her ex-mate who once rejected her. He offers to clear her father's debt, but only if she agrees to become his mistress after his marriage—a proposition that shakes her to the core. Determined to forge her own path, Judy refuses Ethan's tempting offer and commits to finding a way to raise the $5 million needed. As she balances her Gamma training in college, her resolve is further tested when her best friend uncovers secrets about a night spent with Gavin Landry. Caught in a whirlwind of love, betrayal, and responsibility, Judy must navigate her tumultuous feelings while fighting to reclaim her independence and protect her family.