: Eli is originally hired to kill Aria's father, but the contract soon extends to Aria herself. Choosing to break the only rule of his profession—loyalty to himself—he decides to protect and claim her instead.
: After "whacking" her father and another threat, Eli kidnaps Aria to keep her safe in his own home, where she eventually begins to reciprocate his attraction despite his dark nature. Book Details & Tropes For Hire (Taboo Series Book 4) - Amazon.com For Hire by Jisa Dean.epub
: While monitoring Aria, Eli discovers her private diary, which reveals her deepest fantasies and her longing for a strong man to care for her. He becomes fixated on her, even sleeping in her bed while she is unaware. : Eli is originally hired to kill Aria's