Roberto has always found Sophia to be a good friend, but when he hears her singing voice, he realizes that she is more than special. But Sophia has secrets of her own, and Roberto discovers that her brother has a mysterious hatred for her. He must discover why this is so, but Roberto must convince Sophia of the danger she is in before her brother takes his rage further.

A tale of power, love, lust and loss concerning Cutler Beckett and a female captain in his fleet. Set post-AWE. First eight chapters written in 2007, recently resuscitated :D More chaps coming up. Rated M because it's better to be safe than sorry!