Taken By Her Protector by Hope Hunter

LANA:
I met Eric the day my world shattered, when I discovered my con-artist parents had sold my virginity to the highest bidder.
Drugged and unable to fight back, I was like a lamb to slaughter. He could have turned away and left me to my fate. Instead he risked his life to save and protect me.
I feel a deep connection to him, like we’ve known each other forever and I just need to remember. I don’t know how, but I love him. I feel like I’ve loved him for a thousand lifetimes.

ERIC:
I dart forward, scooping her up in my arms before she hits the ground. This is where she belongs, my body screams. Don’t ever let her go.
She looks up at me with her wide blue eyes and I’m done for. I know she didn’t sell her virginity or that she’s part of a con. She’s been used and trapped here, probably drugged to make money.
A rage fills my chest at the thought of her parents setting her up to be raped, but when I see her expression change to fear of me, I tone it down to a simmering boil. I’ll have my day with them. For now, I need to take care of my girl. Because that’s what she became the instant I touched her.
MINE.