Elite Security Series by N. Viktoria

She built walls to protect her empire. He was hired to protect her. Neither expected their greatest vulnerability would be their hearts. ZaraI built walls around my heart the same way I built my tech empire—with precision, purpose, and zero vulnerabilities. When my board forced me to accept security protection, I saw it as just another barrier between me and what I'd worked so hard to create. I never expected Jackson Wright to slip past my defenses with such effortless skill... moreShe built walls to protect her empire. He was hired to protect her. Neither expected their greatest vulnerability would be their hearts. ZaraI built walls around my heart the same way I built my tech empire—with precision, purpose, and zero vulnerabilities. When my board forced me to accept security protection, I saw it as just another barrier between me and what I'd worked so hard to create. I never expected Jackson Wright to slip past my defenses with such effortless skill.Now, as faceless enemies target everything I've built—and my life itself—I find myself torn between the independence that defined me and the undeniable pull toward the one man who makes me feel both protected and exposed. Is surrendering to these feelings a strength or my greatest weakness? With bullets flying and a critical contract hanging in the balance, the decision might cost me everything—my company, my life, or worst of all, my heart.JacksonProtection is more than my profession—it's who I am. I've guarded the powerful and famous without ever letting anyone penetrate my own carefully constructed barriers. Then Zara Matthews stormed into my life, brilliant and stubborn, her determination matching my own.I was hired to keep her alive, not fall for her. Every professional instinct warns me that crossing this line puts both of us at risk. But as the danger escalates and our connection deepens, I'm facing an impossible choice between duty and desire. Can I protect her body without surrendering my heart? Or are we both destined to become casualties in a game where the only rule is survival?"The Billionaire's Protector": When the walls we build for protection become the very barriers to what we truly need. In a high-stakes game of life and death, sometimes surrender is the most powerful defense of all. less

He was hired to protect her business. She was determined to stand alone. Neither expected a little girl's drawing would reshape their definition of family. TianaI built my restaurant and raised my daughter with the same philosophy—rely on no one but yourself. As one of the few Black female chef-owners in the city, I learned early that showing vulnerability wasn't an option... moreHe was hired to protect her business. She was determined to stand alone. Neither expected a little girl's drawing would reshape their definition of family. TianaI built my restaurant and raised my daughter with the same philosophy—rely on no one but yourself. As one of the few Black female chef-owners in the city, I learned early that showing vulnerability wasn't an option. When threatening notes escalated to sabotage, I reluctantly accepted security help—but I never expected Marcus Bennett to see past my carefully constructed strength to the fears I hide beneath.Now, as unknown enemies target not just my business but potentially my daughter, I'm caught between the independence that defined my success and the undeniable comfort of having someone stand beside me. Is letting him in an act of weakness or the greatest strength I've yet to discover? With my expansion plans in jeopardy and my family's safety at risk, the wrong choice could cost me everything I've fought to build—my restaurant, my daughter's security, and this unexpected chance at love I never saw coming.MarcusProtection isn't just my profession—it's how I've survived since losing my wife. I've guarded clients without allowing anyone past my professional boundaries, finding purpose in ensuring others' safety while keeping my own emotions locked down. Then Tiana Moore and her precocious daughter slipped past defenses I thought impenetrable.I was hired to assess security risks, not fall for a fiercely independent chef and the little girl who sees me as a hero. Every instinct warns me that crossing this line threatens the walls I've built around my heart. But as threats escalate from vandalism to gunfire, I face an impossible choice between professional distance and the family I never thought I'd have again. Can I protect them without exposing my greatest vulnerability? Or will stepping back to preserve my own security leave them—and me—ultimately alone?"The Single Mom's Bodyguard": When protection becomes more than physical security, and family transcends blood ties. In the midst of danger, sometimes the greatest act of bravery is opening your heart to possibilities you never planned for. less

His duty was to shield her from danger. Neither expected they'd need protection from each other. ImaniIn Hollywood, I've perfected the art of showing exactly what people want to see while keeping my true self hidden. As a Black actress finally breaking barriers with my first leading role, I've fought too hard to let anonymous threats derail everything I've worked for. When the studio forced a security specialist on me, I saw him as just another restriction in an industry full of them... moreHis duty was to shield her from danger. Neither expected they'd need protection from each other. ImaniIn Hollywood, I've perfected the art of showing exactly what people want to see while keeping my true self hidden. As a Black actress finally breaking barriers with my first leading role, I've fought too hard to let anonymous threats derail everything I've worked for. When the studio forced a security specialist on me, I saw him as just another restriction in an industry full of them. I never expected Ryan Campbell to see past my careful performance to the woman beneath. Now, as racially-charged threats escalate from hateful messages to physical danger, I find myself torn between the career I've sacrificed everything for and the undeniable pull toward the one man who makes me feel both exposed and truly safe. With cameras capturing our every move and industry prejudices ready to label me by who I love rather than my talent, surrendering to these feelings could cost me everything—my breakthrough role, my hard-won reputation, or worse, my heart.RyanProtection isn't just my profession—it's my identity. I've guarded presidents and dignitaries without ever letting personal feelings compromise my judgment. Then Imani Watson entered my life, brilliant and determined, her vulnerability hidden beneath layers of practiced poise. I was assigned to keep her alive, not fall for her. Every security protocol warns that crossing this line creates dangerous blind spots for us both. But as the threats turn deadly and our connection deepens beyond physical attraction, I'm facing an impossible choice between sworn duty and consuming desire. How can I guard her body when I've already surrendered my heart? And in a world that will scrutinize our every move, can I protect her from both physical threats and the prejudice that follows an interracial relationship in the spotlight?"The Celebrity's Guardian": When bullets and prejudice threaten from all sides, sometimes the greatest risk worth taking is love itself. In the harsh spotlight of fame and racial tensions, can a Black actress and her white bodyguard find safety in each other's arms, or will the forces determined to tear them apart succeed in destroying more than just Imani's rising star? less

KianaThe finish line was always clear to me. Train. Qualify. Win gold. Repeat.Until someone started sending threats that made even my coach nervous. "Just get through qualifiers," they told me, right before introducing the last person I wanted shadowing my every move—some ex-military security guy with cold eyes and a jaw that could cut glass.I didn't have time for distractions. Not with Olympic qualifying weeks away and my equality campaign gaining momentum... moreKianaThe finish line was always clear to me. Train. Qualify. Win gold. Repeat.Until someone started sending threats that made even my coach nervous. "Just get through qualifiers," they told me, right before introducing the last person I wanted shadowing my every move—some ex-military security guy with cold eyes and a jaw that could cut glass.I didn't have time for distractions. Not with Olympic qualifying weeks away and my equality campaign gaining momentum. But there's something about the way Damon watches me—not the Olympic champion everyone expects, but the woman beneath the medals. The woman who fights twice as hard for half the recognition.He says he's just doing his job. I say there's more to those lingering glances than security protocols. And when bullets start flying and my face is splashed across tabloids for all the wrong reasons, I'm left wondering which is more dangerous—the threat against my life, or the man who's somehow slipped past every defense I've built.DamonI told my brothers this assignment was a mistake. I don't do celebrity protection.Then I watched Kiana Johnson complete a training session that would break most people, her deep brown skin glistening with sweat, determination radiating from every perfect curve of muscle. Something shifted inside me—recognition of a kindred spirit who understood discipline wasn't just practice but purpose.I'm supposed to keep professional distance. Focus on security threats, not the way her laugh breaks through my carefully constructed walls. But as danger escalates from hateful messages to physical attacks, I find myself crossing lines I've never crossed for any client.When our relationship goes public, suddenly we're both targets—her Olympic dreams and my career hanging in the balance. Now I'm facing the hardest choice of my step back to protect her from outside threats, or stay close and risk becoming her greatest vulnerability.Some dangers can't be neutralized with tactical planning. Some risks are worth taking anyway. less