While working security for a popular prime time television show, reservist Jared Connors meets guest star Brandon Culpepper. They are immediately drawn to each other, quickly discovering they are what the other needs.<br><br>Even though Brandon is in town only for the duration of his guest-starring role, the men have a short-term affair. When the filming is finished, however, it’s harder to let go than either expected, but Brandon has to leave for another role.<br><br>Their resolve for their relationship to be over is soon tested when each realizes their emotions are more involved than they thought. But figuring out a way for their very different lives to fit together seems an impossible task. Can they trust each other enough to find a long-term solution?

Something Like Trust

I suddenly knew he wanted this as much as I did.


“Audra, I swear to God, I’m going to hang up on—”


My sister’s laugh cut off my words, and I couldn’t help but grin. I allowed it only because she couldn’t see. There was a time that I never thought I’d hear that laugh again. And it was such a good sound that I still cherished every moment she let it free.


“I just want to know what you’re going to wear!” she protested, the mirth still apparent in her voice.


My growl was all for show. “Clothes.”


Audra made a thoughtful noise. “You might do better if you went naked.”


Chapter 6