I hate her.

She's my dead best friend's ex.

But I have a letter for her - from him.

One final ride with my unit.

One last chance to fulfill an oath sworn in blood.

I don't expect us to be two storm fronts clashing against each other, unable to walk away.

I don't know how to reconcile my need for her.

It goes against every vow of loyalty I swore.

She's the most formidable opponent I've ever had. My control has never been this close to breaking.

One taste of her and I know I'll never let her go.

But I can't leave, not with someone stalking her.

She needs me. My body. My soul. My protection.

I'll use every trick I learned as a SEAL to keep her safe.

Because nobody messes with what belongs to me.

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