Protector: A Space Pearl's Treat!

Haunted by PTSD after enduring torture at the hands of the Zarpazian Queen, Diarvet is a shattered wreck of the warrior he once was. He’s devoted himself to rescuing abducted humans, hoping it will give his broken soul some purpose. While visiting the flagship Space Pearl’s restaurant on the Ardeese Valout, he stumbles upon a desperate escaped human slave and the youngling she’s sworn to protect—and suddenly finds that purpose staring back at him.

Jolie has spent years imprisoned in Prince Qurbaga’s harem. Not the best fate for an abducted human, but her love for Lilibet has kept her going. The tiny youngling may be another species, but Jolie considers her a daughter. When Jolie discovers that Qurbaga plans to give Lilibet away as a gift to a visiting dignitary, she’s left with no other choice. She must risk everything to escape and save the child she loves more than anything in the universe from a fate worse than death.

Trusting Diarvet—trusting anyone—doesn’t come easy, but he quickly proves to be a fierce protector. Being with him makes Jolie feel safe and spurs dreams of something she thought out of reach after her abduction. The hope of freedom and a chance to open her heart to the possibility of love... and a family.