For actor Daniel Jacobs, accepting he’s gay is easier than he expected. But actually acting on the attraction he’s just begun to acknowledge proves more difficult. Fortunately the very sexy Vincent Stevens is willing to introduce him to all he’s been missing, but Dan isn’t sure a fling with his TV show’s sometime director is wise.<br><br>Throwing caution to the wind, Dan seeks out what Vincent has to offer and, before he knows it, he’s in over his head.<br><br>Then Vincent experiences a health scare, and he isn’t sure how to take Dan’s sudden fussing. They’re starting to find their way toward more, but it will only work if they can recognize the peace they bring one another.

Something Like Peace

The Irish setter was big even for his breed, and covered in silky, golden-red fur. He was also insanely well-behaved. He sniffed at my hand as we were introduced, then just sat there, letting me pet his head while Vincent poured out a measure of food. The dog didn’t jump or bark, he just waited patiently. When Vincent was done, he gave the command, and the dog ran to his food bowl.


I stood from where I had been kneeling on the floor, grinning from ear to ear. “Valentine? Really Vincent, you named him Valentine?”


Vincent’s grin was devilish. I couldn’t help but kiss it.


“Don’t get too comfortable,” Vincent chastised as I kicked off my shoes and crossed to the sofa in the living area. “We’ll have to take him for a walk in a little bit.”


I blinked. “You want me to come with you?”


Vincent cocked his head to the side as he studied me. “Of course.”


I leaned forward and braced my forearms on my knees. “And if the paparazzi catch us? The pictures will be plastered everywhere.”


Chapter 16