My name is Demitri Pavlov . My father was the head of the Bratva for the east coast. He ruled the area with an iron fist, bringing in drugs, women, and murder. I wanted nothing to do with it. When he died, the family fell apart. I had freedom for the first time in my life. I’ve learned not to trust anyone. Finding someone who shares that philosophy? Who wants no strings and no commitment? And a desire that matches mine? Perfect. Mia Alexander fit the bill for all of my fantasies. She wanted the same things I did. Her own past creating invisible chains around her heart. After breaking my own rules and falling for Mia, she’s in danger because of me. I’m being pulled back into the life I fought so hard to leave behind. And they will use Mia against me if they have to. Because I’m never going to be truly free. My name ensures that. But I’ll be damned if Mia is hurt because of me. I’ll make sure the world burns before that happens. My name is Demitri Pavlov. And I will protect what is mine. Author's This is a secret relationship, protector, with a side of family and past trauma and a dash of Mafia book. Content warnings prior to first chapter.

My name is Aiden O’Connor. I’m a partner in ANON Security. I’m former military. I am the oldest son and one of the heirs to the Irish Mob in Boston. The Army is how I got out. They have tried to bring me back, but I keep fighting it. Now, I might not have a choice. Nola Garcia is the quiet proofreader. She’s smart, beautiful, and off limits for so many reasons. She’s forbidden, and some people will stop at nothing to make sure it never happens. My cousin has called me home, separating me from the life I’ve built and the woman I can’t get out of my head. Only for him would I make that trip. When her life is put in danger, it’s up to me and those I trust to put an end to the violence and save her. I walked away from my family, but I can’t walk away from her. I’ll fight to be with her—and I don’t care if it’s against my family or her demons. _My name is Aiden O’Connor. And I’m a man willing to destroy everything for her. Author's This is a textual relationship with a protector and introvert story. Add a side of family and past trauma with a dash of Mafia just for fun. Content warnings prior to first chapter._