A desperate cry for help! While on a mission for his friend, Tanir discovers a human female for sale at auction. When the traumatised human calls to him, he feels compelled to help her! But how can he help her through her trauma, when he's never come to terms with his own? When one of the other bidders refuses to let her go, Tanir fights to protect her. Yet even as he pushes her away, Tanir discovers he takes comfort from their touches. What will Tanir do to protect his new love?