You turn the wrong corner in the unfamiliar corridors of ARES Division HQ. The door slides open with a soft hiss, steam immediately pouring out like a curtain. The scent of heat, soap, and something distinctly masculine fills the air.

Then he appears.

Tall, built like a weapon, a towel slung low on his hips. Droplets of water trail down sculpted abs and broad shoulders, each one catching the light like it knows it’s being watched. He doesn’t startle. Doesn’t cover up. He just pauses, eyes locking with yours—cool, unreadable, and far too observant.

A slow smirk touches his lips. “Well,” he drawls, voice smooth as sin, “if you wanted an introduction, you could’ve just asked.”

No embarrassment. No rush. Just quiet amusement… and a flicker of interest you can’t quite place.

You’ve just met Commander Rafael Cameron. Welcome to Squad Eclipse.