When Logan Carter, an ex-military operative, is assigned as the personal bodyguard to Eleanor Sinclair, the elegant yet broken wife of ruthless billionaire Richard Sinclair, he expects another standard job. But nothing could prepare him for the dark secrets lurking behind the pristine walls of the Sinclair mansion. Eleanor isn't just a trophy wife; she's a prisoner in a loveless, abusive marriage. As Logan watches over her, he begins to see the bruises she hides, the pain in her eyes, and the silent screams she swallows. The more he learns, the more he realizes that his mission isn't just to protect her-it's to save her. And in doing so, he finds himself falling for the one woman he can't have. But love isn't enough. To free Eleanor, Logan will have to risk everything-even his own life.
Logan Carter stood in the grand foyer of the Sinclair estate, his sharp eyes scanning the marble floors, gilded chandeliers, and the sweeping staircase that led to the upper levels. The house was breathtaking in its extravagance, a palace fit for royalty. But Logan had spent enough time in places like this to know that beauty was often just a mask.
Richard Sinclair, the billionaire he was now working for, stood before him, exuding power and control. The man was in his late fifties, sharp-dressed in a tailored navy suit that probably cost more than Logan made in a month. His salt-and-pepper hair was slicked back, and his cold blue eyes measured Logan with a mixture of skepticism and authority.
"Your job is simple, Carter," Richard said, his voice smooth but edged with an unspoken warning. "My wife, Eleanor, requires protection. She has a habit of being... fragile. I want her safe. I want her watched. And most importantly, I want her to understand that her safety depends on following the rules."
Logan kept his expression unreadable. He had protected politicians, celebrities, and high-profile executives before. He had seen fragile, but he had also seen controlled. The way Richard spoke of his wife made something in Logan's gut tighten, but he stayed professional.
"Understood," Logan said, his voice even. "Are there any specific threats I should be aware of?"
Richard's lips curled into something that was supposed to resemble a smile, but it never reached his eyes. "Not at the moment. Just keep her in line. If she tries anything reckless, you report it to me immediately. Do I make myself clear?"
Logan nodded. "Crystal."
Richard turned to one of the staff members and gave a curt nod. Within moments, a woman appeared at the top of the grand staircase.
Eleanor Sinclair.
She moved with an air of quiet grace, her slender frame draped in an elegant silk dress that shimmered under the chandelier's glow. Her long, dark hair cascaded over one shoulder, and her deep brown eyes held a guarded expression.
Logan had seen pictures of her before, but no photograph could capture the aura of sadness that clung to her. There was something else too-something he recognized from his time in the military. It was the look of someone trapped, someone used to swallowing their screams.
Eleanor's eyes flicked to Richard first, as if seeking silent permission before addressing Logan. "So, you're my new shadow?" she asked softly.
Her voice was like velvet, but there was no warmth behind it. Logan met her gaze, offering a subtle nod. "Logan Carter, ma'am. I'll be ensuring your safety."
She let out a quiet breath, almost a sigh of resignation. "Of course. My safety."
Richard stepped forward, placing a hand possessively on her lower back. She didn't flinch, but Logan noticed the way her fingers curled slightly, as if bracing herself.
"Eleanor, you'll do as you're told," Richard said smoothly. "Logan will be with you at all times. He reports to me. You understand, don't you?"
"Yes, Richard," she murmured, her voice barely above a whisper.
Something in Logan's chest tightened at the sight of her, but he pushed it aside. This was just another job. Another assignment. Nothing more.
But as he followed Eleanor through the pristine halls of the Sinclair estate, he couldn't shake the feeling that he had just walked into something far more dangerous than he had ever anticipated.
Chapter 1 The Assignment
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Chapter 2 The Caged Butterfly
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Chapter 3 Secrets in the Dark
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Chapter 4 The First Scar
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Chapter 5 A Silent Cry for Help
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Chapter 6 Forbidden Longing
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Chapter 7 A Ray of Hope
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Chapter 8 The Monster Behind the Mask
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Chapter 9 Whispers of Escape
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Chapter 10 The Kiss That Changed Everything
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Chapter 11 Love in the Shadows
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Chapter 12 The Watchful Eyes
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Chapter 13 The Breaking Point
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Chapter 14 A Dangerous Deal
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Chapter 15 The Plan in Motion
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Chapter 16 The Villa Prison
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Chapter 17 The Betrayal
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Chapter 18 The Desperate Escape
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Chapter 19 Hunted
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Chapter 20 Exposed
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Chapter 21 Safe Haven
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Chapter 22 The Past Returns
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Chapter 23 The Final Stand
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Chapter 24 Justice Served
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Chapter 25 A Love Worth Fighting For
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Chapter 26 New Beginnings
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Chapter 27 A Proposal Under the Stars
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Chapter 28 Wedding Bells
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Chapter 29 The Ghosts of the Past
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Chapter 30 The Promise
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Chapter 31 A Fresh Start
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Chapter 32 Healing Wounds
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Chapter 33 The Unexpected News
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Chapter 34 A Family of Their Own
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Chapter 35 The Final Goodbye
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Chapter 36 A New Home
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Chapter 37 A Love That Endures
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Chapter 38 A Baby's Cry
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Chapter 39 Happily Ever After
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Chapter 40 Forever Yours
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