He's her protector. She's his mission. Elijah Being in Special Ops, you never know what the next assignment will be. This one was supposed to be simple, but split decisions put me face to face with a woman whose presence threw every plan to shit. My duty was to keep my wits while guarding Raya against every possible threat, including myself. She’s too perfect, too addictive. If I can’t stay focused, what’s going to stop things from blowing up in my face? Raya My objective was to finish what my father started, stay safe, and build a new life at the government's expense. Everything doesn't happen the way we want, though. This leaves me in unfamiliar territory, and not just the location. I've never been alone with a man, now I’m stuck with one protecting my life. When right and wrong start to blend, I’m forced to trust the only thing I can. My heart.

One blind date. Emotional scars. Fate. Hardison I was cursed with the generational itch to serve and protect, building on a legacy of pride and honor. It was all taken away in an instant. Quicker than the years of dedication I'd served. Feeling hopeless and afraid for the first time, only one thing kept me from drowning in my sorrows. Her. Emberlynn I was prepared to sacrifice everything to find out if true love exists. But one mistake cost me my job. And that was right after I spent my savings on a nonrefundable trip. “Love Catered” promised a happily ever after, but I doubted that included a penniless and soon-to-be homeless bride. With no way to contact him, I’d have to cancel in person. Would he forgive me?