NATALIA

I thought my life was over. Sold to the highest bidder, trapped in a world of darkness and pain, I thought I was just another pawn in my father’s ruthless game. My family—my own flesh and blood—traded me for money, and I was certain I’d never escape the nightmare. But then I did something brave and my reward was—Jace. He pulled me from the ashes, gave me a sense of safety I never thought I’d feel again. I love him, but the fear is always there. What if they find me? What if they drag me back into the hell I barely escaped? I’m terrified of losing him, of being ripped away again. But with Jace, I feel something I’ve never known: hope. And I’ll fight with everything I have to hold on to it.

JACE

The moment I found Natalia, everything changed. The world I’ve spent my life in—filled with shadows and violence—no longer matters. All I want now is to keep her safe, to protect her from the monsters who tried to break her. I’ll do whatever it takes. I’ll break every rule, burn everything down, and destroy anyone who dares to hurt her again. My past is full of darkness, things I can’t undo, but with her, I want to be different. I want to be the man who takes care of her, the man who gives her the safety she’s never had. I’ll fight for her, even if it means facing my demons. I won’t let anyone take her from me. Not now, not ever.

Emily

All my life, I’ve belonged to everyone else except for myself. The Savior Sibling to my idiot older brother. I’m the spare, the backup plan, the insurance policy—never the one who gets to make choices, never the one with dreams of my own. It’s always been about someone else’s needs, someone else’s life. Until Jack comes back into my life and makes me question everything. He sees me, not as a tool or a replacement, but as a person. Suddenly, I wonder: Is there more than this life for me? Can I truly break free from the role I’ve been trapped in for so long and find something real, something that’s mine?

Jack

Ten years after leaving Auburn, I’m finally back, and there’s only one name on my mind—Emily. She’s still here, and I still wear the lucky charm bracelet she gave me all those years ago. It’s more than a keepsake; it’s a promise I made to myself, a reminder of everything I hoped one day we’d be. But when I find out what she’s been enduring, the hell her family has put her through, something shifts inside me. She’s been hurt and betrayed and used, and I won’t stand by and let her face it alone. Whatever it takes, I’m going to protect her, even if she doesn’t realize she needs me yet. This time, I’m not leaving her. This time, she’s going to be mine.

Cassie

My whole life, I've been caged—controlled, shaped to fit the mold of my father's ambitions, a pawn in his endless business games. For eighteen years, Ive been trapped in a life that wasnt my own, suffocated under the weight of expectations. I've felt the walls closing in, my every move dictated by someone else's will. Then one day, beneath the cedar trees, Jax Regent enters my world. He's everything I never knew I needed—my hero, my protector. His presence feels like a lifeline in my sheltered existence. But as I start to let my guard down and cling to his strength, a question lingers: Is he here to free me, or is he just another force trying to control me, like my father always has? In my helplessness, I need him more than ever, but I can't shake the thought that even this might come at a cost.

Jax

From the moment I laid eyes on Cassie, I knew she was going to be mine, even if she didn't realize it yet. She's everything I've ever desired—strong yet vulnerable. In her world, she's nothing more than a worthless doll, left on a shelf, unseen and neglected. But that's about to change. I'm taking Cassie for myself, determined to protect her and be the one she relies on. I'll shield her from the bad men that threaten her, and I won't hesitate to unleash my own brand of ruthless protection to keep her safe. Nothing—absolutely nothing—will stand in my way. I'm claiming her, and I'll make sure that anyone who dares to challenge me learns the true meaning of fear.

Xavier

I never thought I would find love through an arranged marriage. This was originally about power. A sign of peace bringing the families together. How foolish I was to believe I'd want to be married to someone that I didn't love for power. Over the past few weeks, I've grown to enjoy the letters Amanda and I shared.

Mia

There's one thing I can call my sister Amanda and that's spirited. Even though she knows this marriage is to bring peace between our families. She can't be bothered. Worse yet, the wedding is this week and she decided to disappear to Mexico with her latest fling.

Weeks ago, I wrote letters to Xavier to see what my sister was getting herself into. I never expected him to be so thoughtful and kind. I am growing to resent my sister over how she is treating this man, what I wouldn't give to be her.

Samantha

Today I am marrying a man I thought was perfect for me. We have been dating for a while and he seemed like the perfect boyfriend. All up until a couple months ago, after we got engaged. The red flags really started flying, but I dismissed it as wedding jitters. As I am about to walk down the aisle today, I overheard my fiancé and mother-in-law talking about his financial situation. He amassed a sizeable amount of debt in an online Ponzi scheme. His mother doesn't seem the least bit shocked at this news and explains to him that it's not that big of a deal, within a few hours his debt will also become my debt and he can just use my savings. My hard-earned, saved over a very long time money.

Well, all that to say. I decided to hop in my car and drive. Where to? Anywhere but here. Until my car breaks down along the road? Why now, of all days? Now, I'm stranded, still in my wedding dress and there's no cell phone signal.

Nate

I'm not usually the type to stop and help a stranger on my lunch break. But seeing her in a wedding dress makes me feel like I should at least stop and offer her a ride into town. I know I shouldn't be checking out a woman in a wedding dress. But she is so sweet and what's this? She doesn't want to go back? What the hell have I got myself into? I'm not complaining, I am all ears for this angel.

Raphael

I'm very successful at business. However lately I'm paying more attention to my housekeeper I hired a few months ago. She's making me realize that I desire something more physical, more tangible in this life. Even though Ivy and I flirt, she refuses to have dinner with me.

I can't shake this feeling of loneliness, so I find myself scrolling online for a sugar baby. Although attractive, none of them strike my fancy… until I see her. Can it be? Is that Ivy?

Ivy

When my rent gets raised an outrageous amount. I can't call the ridiculously hot man that I've been cleaning for, so instead. I call my best friend for advice. The last thing I expected to come out of her mouth, does. After a couple of minutes suggesting what I could do. She finally suggests that I join a Sugar Baby website and auction off my V-card. Once I wrap my head around the idea. With reluctance and few options, I sign up!

To my amazement, not only did I get a bid. The winning bidder paid five times the amount I asked for! Now reality sets in, I have to follow through with this.

Kaitlin

My little brother is dying of leukemia and the doctors say he needs bone marrow for a stem cell transplant. The only problem neither mama or I are a suitable match due to health complications. What's worse, my little brother is only 20, too young to be dealing with a life-threatening disease. What's even worse, our insurance won't cover the doctor bill!

Now I've got to figure out a way to make money and fast. My best friend calls me up and says she can help me get money and fast, but you need to keep an open mind. I don't know what I was thinking she meant, but I didn't think she meant becoming an escort! My first assignment, a catering job for some rich guy's birthday party.

Leonardo

When I was going to my friend's birthday party. I knew it was going to be extravagant. But I never dreamt of meeting someone like her, my Cleopatra. I've met and been with many women in my life. None that make me feel the way she does. She disappeared before I could ask her name. Usually that wouldn't bother me, I would prefer it actually. So why is it that I can't get her out of my head?

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From the moment I saw her, I couldn't get my mind off of her. Nothing will prevent me from protecting what is mine.

Chase

Anger and rage bubble up inside me as I exit the shower in my hotel room and see my duffel bag lying open. I don't have to be a private investigator to realize that the room attendant has swindled me. I check the camera I have hidden in the smoke detector during my stay at the Misty River Inn. As an ex-navy seal turned private investigator, I know the look of someone on the run. Someone desperate. I didn't expect my thief to be so beautiful and so… terrified.

Terrified of what? That's the new question as my anger turns to concern. I have to follow her and figure out what has my little red-headed thief so frightened.

Stalked by the Navy Seal is an instalove tale involving an ex-military hero and a sweet heroine trying to escape her past. Trigger warning, contains brief references to physical and verbal abuse.