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

After what seemed like hours, but I knew was actually only about forty-five minutes, they were finally ready. Some last-minute scrambling to get the final things in place, and they were setting up for the shot. Brandon trudged wearily from his spot in the corner to the middle of the action. He looked pale and drawn, and I knew he was getting weary. I moved three feet to the left. From my new position I could still keep an eye on everyone, but Brandon could also see me. He already knew I was there, of course, but it helped him to have visual confirmation.


As soon as he caught sight of me, Brandon’s shoulders relaxed. He took a deep breath, gave me a hint of a smile, and focused his attention on whatever the director was saying.


Chapter 21