I have been waiting for my expiration date to come for a long time now. I have been used by people who should have protected me. Everyone always took little fragments of me every time they abused me. No one ever gave me any of my pieces back, so I’ve been left with these gaping holes in my soul. Thomas and Derrick created this web of trauma for me to lose myself in. Ryder saved my life by simply answering the phone when I called. I never expected my boss to become my savior. He has helped me heal from the trauma of my past in ways no one else could. This is a DARK romance with sensitive topics, reader's discretion is advised While this story in its entirety is a work of fiction, some events are based on fact. Please read with caution!