Noah likes people watching, so when he notices a cute gay couple who don't seem to have a reflection, he's fascinated. They can't actually be vampires, can they?<br><br>As he learns more about the enthralling pair, he soon discovers his wild suspicion is more than correct. But Noah is hiding a secret of his own, and how could two men from decades or even centuries in the past possibly care, possibly understand, when they discover Noah wasn't always Noah?<br><br>That first hurdle is only the beginning, though. But Jack and Gabe are immortal vampires, so it's hardly surprising Noah isn't the only one who has a troublesome past.

Three of Hearts

“You have to drink some of my blood,” said Jack. “Which means I get to shed some more, I guess. It’s fine, though.”


“I could instead, if Noah does not mind,” offered Gabe. “You’ve been in enough pain today.”


Jack sat up then, and blinked at Gabe. “I’ll be fine. It doesn’t take much.”


“I don’t mind either way,” ventured Noah.


“I would just as soon do it then,” said Gabe, sitting up as well and reaching out to put a hand on Jack’s shoulder.


Jack looked between them, then smiled suddenly. “Sure. That’s fine, really. I’m glad you two get along. Why don’t I go find a knife or something, then?”


Jack got up out of the bed, leaving Noah and Gabe there together. “You truly don’t mind?” said Gabe after a moment, somewhat hesitantly. “Exchanging blood can be a somewhat intimate act.”


“I don’t mind at all,” said Noah. He sat up and put his hand on Gabe’s knee. “I think I’ve said before I’d be happy to give you my blood. I’m happy to take yours as well.”


Chapter 28