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

Julius handed me a six pack of Dos Equis and grabbed the pizza as I followed him past the living room to the entertainment area. Mr. Wrinkles ran past us and got comfy on his seriously swank doggy bed—nothing too good for Julius’ baby, obviously—then promptly fell asleep. There was a black leather couch against one wall, and a huge flat screen on the opposite side. Speakers and what-all were strategically placed around the room.


“The room is probably overkill, but I like to feel I’m at the movies when I’m at home. I don’t mind going out, but I prefer to hangout in my own place, you know? Why not make it comfortable, since I can?” I could only agree.


After putting the pizza on the glass table in front of the couch, Julius sat down and patted the space beside him. “Come sit down, Daniel. You need to relax. Let me take care of you for a while, okay?” I was only too happy to comply.


Chapter 11