She was never meant to be his. But now that she is, he'll never let go. Priscilla has spent her life fighting for freedom. Surviving captivity made her strong, but escaping it made her dangerous. The last thing she needs is another dominant, overbearing warrior trying to control her--even if he is the fiercest Niri Warlord to ever grace the planet. Niri Warlord Andear has spent years carving out his legacy, defending a kingdom with discipline and blood. He doesn't lose battles. He doesn't take risks. And he definitely doesn't fall for stubborn, sharp-tongued human females who challenge him at every turn. But Priscilla isn't just a complication--she's a threat to everything he's built. And the more she pushes him, the harder it becomes to resist pushing back. Tension turns to fire. Resentment turns to desire. And when danger strikes, Andear is faced with an impossible choice: protect his kingdom . . . or claim the woman who was never meant to be his.