In a forgotten part of the city, where unusual beings are free to be themselves, werewolf police officer Warden searches for his boyfriend, Tate. With help from Snap, an odd little fellow and Tate's assistant, Warden descends into the trolls' den to find Tate. Knowing Tate is a feared inhabitant -- if not unofficial ruler -- of the Underground, Warden can only imagine the way things will play out if he isn’t found.<br><br>Tate knows all about magic, and he knows trolls don't generally possess it. Upon discovering a doorway, he's captured and held prisoner. Now his only hope is Warden, who wears the key to Tate's freedom. But freedom comes with a price, and Tate makes a tough decision to ensure the trolls never cause problems again.

Under Starlight

When next he spoke, his voice was hoarse. “You spoil me.” He presented Warden with a crimson velvet box.


Warden stopped his motion, a well of emotions sweeping over him. From elation to fear, acutely aware of every beat his heart took. He wasn’t the marrying type…


“It’s not that,” assured Tate, likely having read it all on Warden’s face. “Just open it.”


Taking the box gingerly, Warden pried open the top to find a pendant resting inside. Eyebrow raised in silent question, he pulled it out, the necklace chain fine, yet Warden suspected it was strong, hard to break. He studied the pendant. It looked, of all things, like a delicately sculpted flower in bits of silver and rose gold. At the center was a gemstone that rivaled the shade of purple in Tate’s eyes.


“Icertainlycan’tdenyit’sbeautiful,” Wardenstated, thinkingthepieceofjewelrymorebefittingofalady


Chapter 6