Life has led Zephyr Hernandez to promise himself two things: seek justice for his loving parents and never get involved with women. He's stuck to his guns and weapons until now, when Ava Lauren O'Kelly, an independent CEO, begs him to kill her instead. As a dangerously mysterious person he has been longing for justice... But what about the chances of love in the company of a beautiful woman whom he's wanted since the moment he laid eyes on her? Zephyr knows there’s no contest when it comes to one of his vows: he is a bodyguard and he will protect her with all his might. But can he stick to his promise—and keep Ava Lauren at arm's length?