She exposed a $200 million fraud. Now someone wants her silenced-permanently.Forensic accountant Sloane Ashby built a successful career by uncovering lies buried in numbers. But when she uncovers a massive financial conspiracy tied to one of the most powerful corporations in the country, she becomes a target. Anonymous threats escalate into something far more chilling: a trespasser who can reach her anywhere-and wants her to know it. Enter Cole Maddox, an elite security specialist with a flawless record-and a past failure he won't repeat. His orders are simple: keep Sloane alive long enough to testify. His rules are non-negotiable: trust no one, question everything, never let her out of his sight. As the threat closes in, Sloane and Cole discover the truth is more dangerous than they imagined. The enemy isn't just watching them-he's infiltrating their inner circle, following their every move. With time running out and betrayal in their presence, they must put the pieces of the conspiracy together quickly, before it destroys them both.He will protect her….He will guard her….He will keep her safe….He will love her forever