She needed protection when I was hired to guard her life.<br/><br/>And now... I need to save her from myself.<br/><br/>Alyssa is 15 years younger than me.<br/><br/>That’s a problem but I want her every second of every day.<br/><br/>She feels safe when I put my arms around her.<br/><br/>Partying became her escape after the Bloodline Cartel murdered her brother.<br/><br/>And watching her become vulnerable with me has made me want her even more.<br/><br/>I’d turn the world upside down to keep her safe.<br/><br/>I told myself I’d keep my distance.<br/><br/>But I couldn’t help pressing my lips against hers.<br/><br/>Life began feeling unreal with her before the darkness returned.<br/><br/>My ability to protect her would be tested when a secret comes out.<br/><br/>Along with another secret that’s growing inside her.<br/><br/>I’d be damned if I let the enemies destroy my family.<br/><br/>She’s mine –and always will be.