I come from, there's no forgiveness for a whistleblower, even if I saved countless lives. Unemployed, with a wrecked reputation, my only option is a pity job as a leadership consultant for a secret, government-employed team of assassins.

After moving clear across the country, I thought I'd feel safe from the ones who want revenge for my so-called valor, but then I meet him. Linc. The ghost in the shadows, who will never be seen for the hero he is.

I should probably be intimidated by the most lethal assassin PALADIN employs, except the monster has the kindest eyes when he's looking at me. Still, the question remains of who I should fear more...

The ones who are after me or the ones who promised to protect me.

Linc

I love the way she screams my name, but I like how she whispers it too.

I vowed to never get attached, but Eden has a hold on me that no one has before. She's the light and until her, I didn't realize how lonely the darkness is.

Forget PALADIN's rules. I refuse to let her go. I've finally found what's precious to me and now I have to keep her close, defend her fiercely. She's mine to pleasure and protect.

And whoever keeps threatening Eden's life, is going to lose theirs.