Under His Protection

She was supposed to be just my buddy's little sister, off-limits, but now she's everything I can't ignore. Her past is catching up, her ex's shadow looming large, and damn if I'm going to stand by and watch. I've been through the wringer, seen the darkest corners of the world, and come back with scars to prove it. But nothing prepared me for the fight of keeping Chloe safe. She's under my skin, her fear, her strength, intertwining with my resolve. Our connection is undeniable. I'm ready to lay it all on the line. I’ll do anything to protect the mother of my unborn child. Because when it comes to Chloe, it's not just about guarding her—it's about claiming the future that suddenly seems possible with her by my side.