The Sergeant's Protection

She needed freedom. Needed someone to stand between her and the wreckage. That someone is me.

I've seen the worst this world has to offer. Faced monsters. Stared death in the eye. And came out colder, harder, and more ruthless than I care to admit.

But nothing could have prepared me for her. The daughter of one of the most dangerous cartel leaders alive. She was supposed to be off-limits.

Untouchable.

A casualty of the world she was born into.

Until I found her caged, terrified, and radiating an innocence this world doesn't deserve. In that moment, I knew–I'd burn it all to the ground to keep her safe.

I just didn't realize it would come at the expense of my heart.

When it comes to protecting her, failure isn't an option.

And God help anyone who tries to take her from me.

TROPES:
Age Gap
He Falls First
Forced Proximity
Open Door Spice
Protective Alpha Hero
No Third Act Break-Up