A Kingdom of Velvet and Vows - Smith Mayer

When Evelyn returns to confront the man she once loved, Arden, she discovers he's bound by an ancient curse that could destroy him. Drawn into a world of dark power and cryptic secrets, she must help Arden break free from the silver mark that controls him. But as the tension between love and danger intensifies, they must face their deepest fears, their haunting past, and the impossible choice between survival and sacrifice. With a battle for Arden's soul and their love at stake, Evelyn must decide if their love is strong enough to break the chains of fate.