After mourning her master's death, Athena is shocked to learn that his last directive devises not only his legal possessions but also his living property (i.e., his submissives, including her). What's worse, Donovan O'Malley, the man her late master chose for her, seems to fall short in comparison in just about every way. Torn between the desire to honor her lifelong commitment to her late master and her fear of more heartache, Athena must decide if she will recognize Donovan's claim to her. Sparks will fly as the would-be couple battle not only each other but also the undeniable attraction growing between them. Will those feelings be enough to make her stay? Or will the truth about Donovan ultimately be too much for her to accept?