Jaxson Irons lived by the rules. His life's path was set before him and headed toward Washington, DC. When he fell in love with Francesca Cruz his family was against it. But Jaxson knows what he wants. Against his family's wishes he continues his love affair with Francesca, under the covers.
When life altering secrets have been revealed and Francesca is attacked Jaxson is adamant that he will figure it out, while keeping her safe. Not knowing who is behind the chaos Jaxson and Frankie decide to hide their love, for now. When the semester at Old Dominion ends Francesca agrees to go home to Princess Anne, Maryland, keeping her safe until Jaxson has figured out who is behind the madness and puts an end to it.
All he wants is for his angel to shine in the light she so deserves.
When he can't stay away any longer he goes to her exposing their love, and his intention to marry Francesca.
After an intimate wedding, surrounded only by those who Jaxson knows he can trust, they spend an intimant weekend at the cabin. Their weekend is cut short when Jaxson is called back to Norfolk for night training.