Vigilance

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Summary

She’s trying to heal. He’s trying not to unravel. And the universe isn’t done testing them yet.Dr. Amelia Ahlberg is still adjusting to life off-world after her abduction, doing her best to rebuild a sense of normalcy while learning to practice medicine in a place where nothing—not even biology—feels familiar. But one thing grounds her: her quiet, ever-present alien colleague, Ezraji. With his deep voice, four steady hands, and calm demeanor, he’s the only thing that makes her feel safe.Ezraji, however, is anything but steady on the inside. A respected toxinologist with a deadly secret, he’s struggling to hold his mind together. The more time he spends with Amelia, the more desperate he becomes. He knows she flinches at his mane of tentacles, and he knows she’s not ready. Still, he’s willing to wait—and lie—to protect her.But when Amelia starts hallucinating and doubting her own sanity, she’s forced to ask herself:Is the trauma catching up with her?Or is someone—something—manipulating her reality?As suspicion grows and secrets begin to fracture their fragile bond, Amelia will have to trust the one being who’s never left her side… or question everything he’s kept hidden.***A slow-burn sci-fi romance full of emotional heat, alien intimacy, and psychological suspense, perfect for fans of Mass Effect, complex world-building, and deeply personal stakes.Explicit adult content. HEA guaranteed. No cheating. Please refer to content warnings at ettapierceromance.com