Staid vampire Armand Lyon knows what it means to be lonely. Yes, he had human acquaintances. But since he can't reveal what he is, he lives a solitary life.<br><br>Tino Verona is a new and very charismatic vampire in town. When he hunts in Armand's territory, Armand is not amused. Then Tino decides to rob the wealthy of the city. Armand catches him and, when Tino claims he's only playing Robin Hood, Armand points out he isn’t giving to the poor. The result? The pair, plus a vampire police detective who's onto Tino's thefts, band together to create shelters for the homeless.<br><br>As they do, the attraction between Armand and Tino grows. Has Armand finally found the one man who can make his life complete? Or will the appearance of a rogue vampire who preys on the homeless destroy any hope of happiness for the lonely vampire?

Lonely Vampire

“That’s a matter of opinion. Personally…” Armand stuttered to a stop. I’ve been around for over fifteen hundred years. Why am I having so much trouble telling him I’m interested in him?


“You like what you’re seeing?” Tino asked with a hint of amusement, sitting up again.


“I do.” Going on the defensive, Armand added, “Not that you probably care.”


“Don’t jump to unwarranted conclusions. I enjoy being with you.”


“As someone to hang out with when you’re bored?”


“Not at all! Is that why you want mearound?” Tino asked. “To relieve yourboredom?”


“No. I could go to my club, or the restaurant, if that’s all I wanted.” Hesitantly, Armand took Tino’s hand. “I find you…intriguing.”


“Like a strange specimen you’ve come across and want to study?”


Armand smiled. “Perhaps? No. Not really. Like someone I want to get to know as more than a friend.” There. I’ve said it. Now is he going to run, or stay?


Chapter 23