Monte’s sporting goods store is teetering on the edge of collapse due to the economic problems. The small conservative eastern California town he chose for his dream project is not welcoming, even though he keeps his gay lifestyle quiet. Then big trouble and a gorgeous package delivery driver fall into his world at the same time. Are they somehow connected?<br><br>Jeff, a special agent for Homeland Security, is working undercover to help bust a contraband and drug operation. Tracks lead to the small town of Cameron Creek, California. Who is the crime ring’s contact at this end? As a delivery driver, Jeff is scoping things out. When he meets Monte, he is smitten at once, but evidence begins to link this new friend to the case. Jeff has every reason not to pursue a relationship, but can he stop himself?

Special Delivery

Jed started to cross to Monte, feeling the other man’s distress as keenly as if it were his own. In some ways it was. The crackle of Agent Arnwine’s deep voice through the earbuds of his pseudo iPod halted his progress.


“We have Juarez. He was hiding out at Dawson’s place just like pork-o told us. Juarez didn’t put up much of a fight. I think he figures the higher level people will bail him out in short order, but he’s in for a surprise. Unless he buys a plea bargain with a lot of information, he’s ours for the duration.”


Jed nodded, although he knew his teammate couldn’t see it. “All clear now? Is it safe to let Farnsworth go?”


“As far as I know it is. Let me check with Donovan. Unless you get a negative in half an hour, Farnsworth is a free man. By the way, Donovan said there might be a small reward coming his way for his part in helping us bust this case.”


Chapter 14