Seasoned Unifleet officer Jayce Hightower takes care of his troops. That includes supporting green soldier Balt Donovan through his first exposure to combat. What Jayce had not expected was that the striking young man would soon come to dominate his dreams, stirring unfamiliar and disturbing desires.<br><br>When he learns Balt is similarly attracted to him, the situation starts to careen out of control putting both their careers in jeopardy. Jayce almost welcomes the hazardous assignment that sends him alone to a distant, dangerous world.<br><br>But when his mission is betrayed, it’s Balt who comes to his rescue. Will Jayce finally be able to accept the love Balt offers him?

Treading Dangerous Ground

Balt straightened his uniform, squared his shoulders, and took two steps toward the door. For a long breath, he turned back. He smiled again, this time a mixture of rue and whimsy painting his face.


“You won’t be rid of me that easy, Jayce. We will meet again. We’ll be together as we’re meant to be.As my mother’s people say, Vaya con Dios.“ He was through the door and gone before Jayce could respond.


Atsileigh did not have white buffalo. As far as Jayce had been able to see by several ten-days after his arrival, it didn’t have gold, gems or any other wonderful treasures either. It was as stark, barren, and ugly as any place he’d ever been.


Chapter 6