Women are off limits in my line of work, so I keep my distance, and be the arrogant man they can't avoid. My assignment is to protect them, then walk away when it's over. Simple! Until she walks through that door, frightened, vulnerable, and overwhelmed. Cassie is suddenly becoming my greatest weakness. Being so close while I'm protecting her brings out feelings I can't allow. She's the forbidden fruit I shouldn't want, but from that first taste of her lips, turning away is no longer an option. Falling under her spell, our arguments are like foreplay, resulting in explosions of the highest pleasure. I've become the protector of her heart, wrapping it safely in my hands, with her body now the place I worship her beauty. I know crossing that forbidden line is dangerous, but she is worth the risk. Cassie safe in my arms is what I work so hard for. Because I thought I had control of the unknown. Until I didn't ...