A Royal Twist. The Clover City Files, #4

When renowned chef Raphael plans an extraordinary proposal for his girlfriend Harper under the guise of a royal event, misunderstandings and secrets threaten to derail his perfect plan. As Harper's suspicions grow and her nemesis returns with sinister plots, their love faces its ultimate test. In a heartwarming twist, Raphael's true intentions are revealed, promising a fairy tale proposal if they can overcome the looming dangers together. When renowned chef Raphael Parera decides to propose to his girlfriend, Harper, a powerful tabloid reporter, he knows the moment must be as extraordinary as their love.
With her birthday just around the corner, Raphael crafts a grand plan: he will surprise Harper with a magical proposal under the guise of preparing a lavish event for a crown princess secretly visiting the United States. However, time isn't on their side. Harper's boss challenges her to uncover the details of the royal princess reception, warning her that failing to deliver could cost her the job she has worked so hard for.
As Harper helps Raphael set up for the so-called royal affair, she begins to notice peculiarities that make her suspicious. Is Raphael really hiding a royal guest, or could he possibly be infatuated with this mysterious princess? Fearing the worst, her journalistic instincts kick in, leading her to question Raphael's loyalty at the worst possible moment. To complicate matters, Harper faces a menacing threat from her nemesis, Robert Gaines, who has returned with a vengeance.
Following Harper's exposé on his shady business practices, which led to a class action lawsuit that nearly shuttered his company, Gaines is determined to make Harper pay. His sinister plots not only threaten her career but also put her life in jeopardy, adding a layer of danger to an already complicated situation. In a heartwarming twist, Raphael's true intentions come to light, revealing a proposal that's straight out of a fairy tale.
But with Harper's doubts and the looming threat from her vengeful adversary, will love be enough to overcome the obstacles in their path? Can they triumph over heartbreak and danger to forge a future together, or will the shadows of betrayal and revenge tear them apart?BONUS Short Story included. Mild profanity, violence, and sensuality.