Former Army Ranger Martin Damien has only ever been able to trust his battle buddies, everyone else has failed him. From his parents who sold him for drugs to the foster care system that didn't protect him to the women who used him, they have failed him. Even after Alexis's prince charming turned out to be a toad in tin foil she still believes in happily ever after she just has to convince Martin it's possible. She's stubborn, full of spirit, and willing to do whatever it takes to win the battle for his heart. When the past comes back to haunt her Martin is willing to do whatever it takes to protect, even if that means his own life. Will her Warrior fight fate or will he submit to it?