A car wreck leaves Ryan with a facial scar he believes people find unsightly. But not Sean, a smiling tattoo artist who doesn't judge a book by its cover.<br><br>Sean manages to find the beauty in everyone, including gruff and defensive Ryan. He refuses to be put off by the hard mask behind which Ryan hides. But convincing Ryan to open his heart is proving to be quite a challenge.<br><br>When someone from Ryan's past offers him what he wants most in the world, Ryan has a decision to make. Which voice will he listen to --?? his heart or his head?

His Scar

“Can I just interrupt you for a minute?” I ask, quickly glancing at Mr. Muscles, who’s glaring at me with all the intelligence of a ripe cucumber.


“Can you come back later? I’m working.” Sean’s voice is tight, as if he’s speaking through clenched teeth.


There’s something about me I haven’t mentioned to Sean yet, and it sure won’t help my case. I often overreact. I know, this isn’t news. But I mean I react like a wounded animal: you hurt me, I attack you.


So at this moment I should be understanding and realize I already made a huge mess of things, and I shouldn’t make the situation worse, but instead I react badly.


“No, I can’t return later. And if you took the time to answer your phone or replied to my text, I wouldn’t be forced to come here and disturb your precious work.”


Chapter 21