At sixteen Derek loses his memory -- and his family -- in an accident. He's rescued by the reclusive Michael. Then he begins the long journey to discover his past. <br><br>In Denver, Derek finds a job, a place to live, and trouble when someone attempts to kidnap him. Members of the Company help him escape and later recruit him. Ending up in New Orleans, he's nineteen and working undercover when he's teamed with Brad, who teaches him the joys of sex. Heartbroken when he thinks Brad has found another man, Derek transfers to Denver. <br><br>At twenty-four, Derek is still with the Company when he remembers more about the accident, leading to shocking revelations about his father. Then Brad is sent to Denver on a job. Can Derek trust Brad's love again while working with him on the assignment?

D-Boy

Brad brought Derek’s mind back to the present by saying, “So, go back to your place, shower, and get dressed in something other than worn jeans and a T-shirt, because you and I, D-Boy, are going out on the town.”


Derek did what Brad told him to. He showered and put on clean clothes, a pair of jeans and a shirt Mel had given him as a going-away present when he’d left Denver. As he put it on, he realized this was only the second time he’d worn it. The first time had been when he’d flown out to New Orleans to meet Samson.


I guess dressing up isn’t my thing. But then, how often have I had the chance, everything considered?


Chapter 26