Ghostwalker Blake Jones dies every day. It’s his job and how he helps trapped souls cross over. But to return to life, he needs an anchor. His new partner, Derek Scott, is a surprise. Not only is he male, but his appearance belies a caring and gentle heart underneath. Despite attraction and a strengthening relationship, they know they shouldn’t take things further.<br><br>But there’s a big difference between knowing and doing.<br><br>Their growing love presents a problem, though not the one they expect. Blake and Derek have to decide if they should take their relationship to the most permanent level -- an unbreakable metaphysical bond. Doing so offers both risk and unimaginable reward. Can Blake let go of his fears and put his complete trust in Derek in order to have the happily ever after he’s always craved?

Ghost of a Chance

He was nervous as hell to head down to King’s office.


Derek wasn’t in any rush, and neither was Blake. Blake was still anxious, and Derek was more concerned about making sure Blake was okay. It was sweet, really, and Blake knew their burgeoning relationship made it all the more intense for Derek.


“Derek, come here,” Blake instructed softly. Instantly Derek was at his side, hovering, worry etched on his features.


That endearment sounded so good coming from Derek’s lips, even though it was heavily laced with worry. He held out a hand, and Derek took it at once.


“I need you to sit down. The pacing and hovering is getting on my nerves.” He softened his words with a gentle smile. “I’m fine. All healed. I promise.”


Blake chuckled. “Yes. I’m sure. Now please, sit down. We gotta figure out what we’re going to do when we go down to King’s office in a minute.”


“It doesn’t have to be that fast. We can take our time and—”


Chapter 51