In 1910, the United Kingdom is in turmoil. King Edward dies after only nine years on the throne. The social class system that upheld British society for centuries is being chipped away by social, political, and economic unrest across the Empire. Amidst this backdrop, Reverend Leander Norris is accused of sodomy. After discovering his own self-worth and the meaning of unconditional love, Leander finds the courage to stand up for what he believes is right and pleads "not guilty" to the charges.<br><br>Throughout the trial, Leander's past is revealed, including the temptations that bring the accusations against him. By the end of the trial, Leander is once again reunited with a romantic interest from the past. But it may be too late to rekindle any love that remains, given the circumstances of the era and Leander's likely sentence.<br><br>Love is greater than hope or faith, but can Leander convince a jury that the love he shares with another man is natural?

Disappear with Me

He entered the office and saw the judge’s clerk serving tea. The judge motioned him in to sit in the chair next to him.


“Mr. Noble, thank you for joining me,” the judge greeted him.


“Thank you for the invitation, sir,” he answered, trying to hide the nervousness in his tone.


“One lump or two? Cream?” Their spoons clanked against the china as they prepared their tea


“Well, I’m sure you’re wondering why I asked you here today,” the judge started again.


“I am a bit curious,” Noble admitted.


“Before we get into that, why don’t you tell me howyou think your case is coming along?”


“It’s going well, sir. The witnesses I called have presented statements regarding the reverend’s character. I don’t think there’s any doubt he’s an unscrupulous man capable of anything.”


Chapter 52