Nacole Ward Fear. The one thing that controlled my life. The reason I stayed. But ultimately the reason I left. Tragedy and emptiness marred my existence. A fresh start was all I was after. Instead, I found things I never expected. Love. Happiness. A reason. I found him. Garret Walker Serve and protect. Not just my career—it’s my life. Climb the ladder, reach the top. Finding love wasn’t a part of my priorities. She wasn’t looking for a hero. But life had other plans. For her. For me. Now we have to fight together. Or I’ll lose her. And I’m not about to let that happen.