Daniel Carter rarely has time for fun. He teaches college freshmen in the mornings, works on his thesis in the afternoons, and delivers pizza at night for a vindictive boss. Life is hectic but the one bright spot in his days is Julius Tanner, one of the nicest guys around. He’s also ridiculously sexy and doesn’t see Daniel as more than a colleague. But he can dream.<br><br>When Julius unexpectedly asks for help, it’s a chance for Daniel to get to know him better. What Daniel discovers is the cutest pug ever, and a man he wants to be with, in the worst way. But how can he ever measure up? Still, between the drudgery of pizza delivery, quirky customers, and apathetic students, Julius becomes a constant in Daniel’s life. Can they be more than friends?

Deliver Me

It was a fifteen-minute drive to American Roadhouse, and Julius was able to find a spot to park in the back, though the lot was almost full.


His hand at my back, Julius escorted me to the front door of the restaurant and opened it, ushering me inside. We were seated by the window facing Highland Avenue, so we could watch foot and car traffic. A waitress took our order for coffee and told us she would be back in a few minutes.


I could feel eyes on me as I looked at the menu. When I glanced up, Julius smiled. “What?” I asked.


He said, “I was just thinking about how you work all the time and go to school. I just…I know I couldn’t do it. I know my limitations, and I’m spoiled rotten. It just floors me, man. You have my utmost respect.”


I didn’t know how to respond to such frank praise. I kept my head down, staring at the menu but not really seeing it.


Chapter 8