Manny Mancini's womanizing days are over when he is ordered to marry another Underground Unit operative. Thrust into the position of a power, Manny and his new bride Melody Maverick assume the role of man and wife for the purposes of running a sting operation from their new lifestyle club. Soon after Manny and Melody begin operations in Dallas, Manny discovers a harrowing truth. Melody is marked for death. To make matters worse, Manny is attracted to a woman who spent her life being groomed for a specific position within one of the most influential organizations in the world--The Underground Unit. Sharing a mutual attraction, Manny and Melody overcome the obstacle of a prearranged marriage and embrace the passion they discover in one another, but as their lust spins out of control, their enemies move closer. Soon, Manny and Melody are in a vulnerable position, and unable to resist the temptation they find in one another's arms.