At almost half my age, Adelyn Baker was always meant to be mine—even if she refused to accept it.
The problem is, she absolutely hates my guts.
And I can’t blame her. During the three years I was her CO in the Air Force, I spent every waking moment pushing her away. I wanted to abide by military rules and remain faithful to my wife—whose infidelity knew no bounds.
I never thought I’d get a second chance…until now. This time, things will be different: I’m free of my marriage and free of the Air Force. I’ve set my sights on a new target.
My call sign was Striker for a reason.
When I purchased the company she worked for, I expected her to try and quit—which is why I had her sign a one-year contract of employment.
I wanted to trap her with me so that I could explain. I wanted her to know why I was so terrible to her all those years ago. I wanted her to know that I have wanted her for years—and I’m not letting her go now that I’ve found her again.
