Softer Than Stone

Hard edges sharper instincts-that's me. A panther shifter a chef who built Kurranba with my own hands. It's not just a restaurant-it's my sanctuary a tribute to the elders who shaped me. I don't have time for distractions. Especially not Agent Chris Flint a lion shifter with golden eyes and an infuriating way of slipping past my defences.He's here on SICB business chasing a criminal who's been using my space for dirty deals. I should've sent him packing. Instead I let him stay-and now I'm caught in the crossfire.The enemy's claws are in deep and the only ally I have is the lion I swore to keep at arm's length. Chris is relentless protective impossible to ignore. He's breaking down walls I thought were impenetrable.As the stakes rise survival isn't guaranteed. But working side by side with Chris I feel something shifting. For the first time in years I want more than duty and legacy.I want him.