Once the star of his high school basketball team, Nathan Gayle has played the field for years. Now in his twenties, he's getting tired of one night stands and heated hook-ups with strangers; he wants something more. Was that asking too much?<br><br>Wes Roberts has had a fierce crush on Nathan since high school. A chance encounter at prom created a memory Wes still cherishes, one perfect moment in time. His current relationship with Roger pales in comparison, but he's been with the man for eight months now and they've settled into a routine that's not exactly comfortable.<br><br>When Wes and Nathan meet up again years later at a friend's party, the spark between them is rekindled. But there's Roger, who wrestles with anger and drinking problems. Roger, whom Wes is still dating. Though the choice between the two men seems obvious, breaking up with Roger may be easier said than done.

Crushed

In the darkness of his bedroom,Wes’s eyes flew open.


The clock on the dresser read 4:03 and,as Wes watched,the last red number flickered into a four.Strong arms encircled his waist,holding him tight,and beside him he heard soft breath,steady in sleep.


He still couldn’t believe it—Nathan Gayle was sleeping with him,in hisbed.After all these years.If someone had told him back in high school that one day he’d be here in Nathan’s arms,he would never have believed it.


Chapter 27