Connor's words sent Nita Windcroft's temper soaring. She didn't need a man glued to her side twenty-four hours a day. Especially a man like Connor - one who was used to getting what he wanted...always. Besides, the threats were aimed at her farm, not at her body.

But the former Ranger's persistence intrigued her. Driven, yet strangely remote, he refused to be intimidated by her independent attitude. Worse, he politely turned down all of her suggestive invitations - which just enticed Nita more. Perhaps there was an enjoyable reason for having a round-the-clock protector.