But that was then... Years ago, imprisoned by the enemy after a covert op went wrong, Aiden "Shadow" Walker helped a desperate pregnant woman escape and find sanctuary. Walking away from her once she was safe was the hardest thing he's ever done. This is now... When Serenity Securities gets word that Avie Rahimi and her son are in danger, Shadow knows he's the only agent for the job. But gaining her trust will be a challenge. After all, Avie still feels the pang of loss from when Shadow walked away years before. Can Shadow convince her that he's never forgotten her and he's been Adoring Avie from afar all of this time?