Jack Thompson, once a lethal assassin, thought he'd left his violent past behind—until a simple confrontation in Evergreen drew dangerous attention. Now, with enemies lurking and his identity exposed, Jack must make the hardest decision of his life: training his wife, Emily, to defend herself. In this intense second chapter, Emily transforms from a gentle schoolteacher into a warrior, ready to face the threats that loom ahead. Together, they'll prepare for the storm—stronger and more dangerous than ever.