Michael Weston is recently promoted, becoming the youngest head of a branch of secret agents. His lover of two years, Timothy Miller, has finally moved in with him and they both work for the same organization. At the moment, Michael’s satisfied with his wonderful life. The first case he has to personally deal with is a mysterious murder, but Michael can’t make heads or tails of it. All the clues lead to dead ends. It certainly doesn’t help when he discovers his high school bully and crush Ian Davis is somehow involved. Things get worse when Ian confesses to harboring years of infatuation for Michael, which pisses Timothy off. Meanwhile, the number of casualties in the murder case keeps increasing. Will the three men be able to find a mutually satisfying solution? And can Michael solve the murders before someone else is killed?

Contentment

They shook their heads with frustration on their faces.


“That has stressed me since Lance’s death. Everything seemed and felt entirely normal prior to his murder. The police ruled his death as a heart attack, but Angel, Molly, and I knew Lance was thoroughly examined by his doctor a couple of weeks before. Everything had been in perfect condition. Granted, a heart attack is something which may occur out of the blue. However, the three of us find it hard to believe. That’s why we called your organization for assistance. Lance was a very dear friend. We need the closure, regardless of whatever your final investigation may turn up,” Hunter explained.


“Hunter, Angelina, may we also speak to Molly, please?” Mike inquired.


Angelina agreed and went in search of the human resource director.


“Hunter, did Mr. Maxim have a secretary or a personal assistant?” Terrence asked as he took detailed notes on his laptop.


Chapter 9