★ Part 4 of Lilly's story ★ Once more within Chimera's safety, Lilly returns to her coveted position as the viral program director, while taking the opportunity to reconnect and bond with her mates. But all is not well. Ethan is worried about Lilly. Outwardly, his little Omega may appear to be doing fine, but inside she's a mess. Her time as an Uncorrupted prisoner has left a lasting legacy...and she is also starting to worry about her next heat. She has a history of making questionable decisions when stressed, and he determines he has no choice but to force her heat. But there are other plans in play, and Governor Brach is not ready to let Ethan enjoy early retirement. The mysterious mind-reading Omega, Larissa Olson, has been located, and Governor Brach needs Ethan back in the field. Lilly's blood continues to act on her two Alphas, changing them in ways they are only now coming to understand. Struggling with his emotional awakening, Ryker is prepared to toe the line and be a good second to Ethan...mostly. But Ethan's mission doesn't go to plan, and his actions will throw their growing bond into a spin. Publisher's Note: The Controllers series is an action-packed, dark romance series with a unique take on the omegaverse genre. It contains detailed intimate scents, triggers and elements of power exchange.