When video game designer Brett Bett attends a New Year's Eve party, he reunites with friends and foes. Happily single with no intention of discovering a "possible" boyfriend, Brett meets the private party's handsome bartender, Nevin McBane. The attraction between them is immediate.<br><br>Through an assortment of party games, the two become quite acquainted with each other. Numerous drinks are shared, histories of their pasts are learned, and dancing becomes necessary.<br><br>Frankly, Brett thinks he’s met a great guy, a charmer. Someone he can maybe fall for. As midnight approaches and the clock counts down to the New Year, Brett must make a decision. Does he want to go home with Nevin after the party, or stay single and unencumbered?

Men at Play

Truth is, I??m pleased that Nevin wants me for himself, unwilling to share me with someone else, particularly with the Dogmas. I decide to lean into him and kiss the man, proving my connection to him valid, perhaps only his for the rest of the evening, or longer, if he will have me.


??Fuckers,?? Daniel whispers, being catty. He escorts his brother away from the bar, into the crowd, continuing their game. So long. Good riddance.


I don??t object. What a nice guy to get a good buzz on with. Hooray for me.


We are visited by the beautiful football player at the bar, Magnum Shott. He??s blitzed, having consumed too many strong drinks. He slurs his words as he requests, ??Gay gauze state.??


Nevin looks puzzled. ??Gay gauze state???


Chapter 11