For rescue pilot Gil , hiding his feelings for commanding officer Nate behind teasing jokes and sly winks is the only way to keep his heart safe while balancing his job with caring for his aging father. But when seal shifter Nate proposes a sexy bargain that shatters every workplace boundary, Gil must decide if he's brave enough to risk everything he's been protecting - including the fragile hope that Nate might want him back. + Tropes and content warnings are available at the author's website (miawest dot com) and may contain spoilers. AI Usage: front cover (image only, generated 7 February 2024)