For ZSI, business is booming—along with occasional near misses with bullets and the kind of side action that appeals to red-blooded ex-SEALs like Cable and Slice. Even free-spirited Lark has made a seemingly random connection with a shy, nature-loving geek. Zach and Avalon’s growing relationship is on solid ground…except for a few details Zach is holding back about his latest case. And a disturbing, elusive dream for which Avalon is seeing a highly respected, innovative therapist. But instead of helping, each session leaves her increasingly anxious that something is wrong.When Avalon realizes her trust has been violated in the most humiliating way possible, the web of secrets pulling at her and Zach grows even more tangled—threatening to tear apart not only their bond, but ZSI’s unspoken vow of friendship, loyalty, and brotherhood.