Claire Soberano, a 25-year-old mother, and her young son are currently on the run. Fleeing from her violent fiancé, Claire sought refuge in Long Beach by staying with her cousin, The Reid. Living in hiding, cherishing the safety of her family, Claire would go to great lengths to shield her son from harm. Initially, she believed she had found her soulmate in Eddie, hoping for a lifelong commitment. However, Eddie's true nature came to light after six years, leaving her heartbroken and fearful. The physical abuse inflicted on Claire, marked with tattoos from her injuries, forced her to confront the danger Eddie posed to her son. This realization shattered any trust she had in men, let alone the possibility of falling in love again. Enter Donovan Wolfe, the third eldest of the Wolfe brothers. When his siblings were away, Donovan took charge to maintain the family's stability. With a background in civil service as a Lieutenant, his scars spoke of his dedication. After a personal incident that led to his retirement, he yearned for the same love and companionship his brothers had found. Upon meeting Claire, Donovan found a gentle and caring woman who was not only an excellent cook, reminiscent of their mother, but also someone in desperate need of protection. The sight of her bruises and her cries for help stirred up memories of his own childhood struggles where he couldn't save someone. Determined not to repeat that failure, Donovan vowed to do everything in his power to keep Claire and her son safe and secure.
