Vulnerable at first glance, a second look assured secret agent Ben McKinnon that Shauna Taylor could take care of herself. At least with anyone else. Because Shauna seemed unprepared for the passion Ben stirred within her. Or the tender emotions the child in his care conjured up. Yet, rather than run, she opened her home to them, knowing Ben needed her—just as she needed him. Still, Ben's assignment would soon end, leaving Shauna alone. Unless the brooding loner realized that with Shauna he'd have more than a job—he'd have a life…and love….