Craig and Mitchell have been friends for years, but each of them reached a point where that camaraderie became ... more. Mitchell’s kept his feelings close to his chest. So has Craig, but now that they’ve graduated from UMKC, he knows it’s his last chance to show Mitchell they’re meant to be before their careers take them to opposite sides of the country.<br><br>He insists they can’t leave Missouri behind without one last adventure. Mitchell agrees to a road trip to visit all the touristy spots and say goodbye to their home state.<br><br>As they spend their days and nights together, buried feelings rise to the surface and hope blossoms. When their journey ends with a dance beneath the Branson stars, will they find love and a future together at the end of the road?

Gateway to Love

A glance at Mitchell told him he was alone in his excitement. The poor guy looked worn out. His skin was pale and his eyes were still bloodshot. Unfortunately, that did nothing to tamp down Craig’s desire for him.


Mitchell was beautiful, no matter the situation, and Craig fought his body’s reaction to being so close to him.


The fear of losing Mitchell coursed through him. He had to figure out how to tell his best friend how he really felt. He’d almost worked up enough courage last night. But then the damn pizza delivery driver arrived, and Mitchell had downed several beers in quick succession, which meant talking to him would have been fruitless.


Chapter 20