Cortez lives for control, thrives in tension, and enjoys playing a wicked game of cat and mouse. At 29, scarred and tattooed, he's seen enough battles to know how to win wars-but nothing prepared him for Dire. Dire, 21, tattooed, pierced, and known for his defiant attitude, refuses to back down from anyone, even his intimidating superior. Beneath his bratty facade is a protective heart that's fiercely loyal. As soldiers, their lives depend on discipline and following orders. But rules blur when their secret attraction ignites into an intense, dangerous dance of dominance and submission. Caught between duty and desire, they're drawn into a forbidden romance filled with tension, secrets, steamy encounters, and unexpected tenderness. The battlefield is dangerous, but their emotions could prove even deadlier. How long can they hide their feelings before someone breaks?