Easily pleased, Micah enjoys a career in non-profit work and gets through his days one lame joke at a time. Then his friend Lou introduces him to her musical family and the Knights pull Micah into their world of resilience and sorrow. Soon, Micah understands that in the face of grief, optimism isn't always enough.<br><br>Lei was once revered for his tremendous talent. But one day the music died, and the scars under his leather bracelets are a reminder of what he lost. These days, he's nothing but a phantom. Shut away from the world, Lei tunes instruments in the Knights' music store.<br><br>Then charismatic Micah enters his life, charming his family and slowly coaxing his way into Lei's heart with steadfast devotion. With Micah at his side, it may yet be possible for Lei to reclaim the spotlight he'd thought permanently abandoned.

Music of the Knight

We had a rough night, but we’re going to be okay. Lei hasn’t slept much, so please be patient. He’ll write soon. I’m handling it. Please, trust me. I love your brother. I love your son. Micah.


When I put my phone down on the table, I looked up to find Lei standing in the doorway. Slowly, he made his way to the bed and crawled under the covers in his clothes. He pushed his face into my chest. “I’m not okay,” he said and a sob shook him. He clutched my shirt, pushing harder into me. “I’m not okay. I’m not okay.”


I hugged him tight, rocking him. “Tell me. Tell me, Lei. Say it. What is it? What do you see?”


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