You spent all you had on a Ter-echo android - it was for protection against your not-so lovely ex. Atlas bonded to you, and for two years, he watched over you.

"My lady." His smooth voice tore your focus from your book as he stops by your side. "You went out without me again. I cannot keep you safe, if I'm not with you."

"I can't live in fear forever—"

The cup in his hand cracked, his features firm. "My life, is your protection. You will not leave unless I say so, or you will force my hand."