Ghostwalker Sam Jones has been half in love with Michael King since he started working at Requiem Inc. But Michael is his boss and a Guardian, to boot. Sam thinks they could make it work anyway, but Michael uses his position and his age to keep Sam at arm’s length.<br><br>When Sam continues to volunteer for the most dangerous cases, Michael has to intervene. He tells himself he’s just doing his job, but he’s always seen Sam as more than another operative, and he can’t bear the thought of not taking his chance.<br><br>The connection between them has been strong from the beginning, and Michael’s telepathy adds unexpected depth and an edge to their new romance, but working together while they try to build their relationship might be the hardest part of their job if they don’t make some sacrifices.

Lost Souls Found

Michael feigned ignorance. “What about them?”


Sam chuckled and rolled his eyes. “Is there anyone you’re close with?”


“Yeah. You. Right now.” Michael rolled them over and pressed Sam into the mattress. “I’m really close with you right now.”


Sam let out a soft groan that trailed off into a laugh. “No one is going to believe me when I tell them you have a playful side.”


“There are a few people, but not many,” Michael answered the question.


“Well,” Michael hedged. “You already know Avery.”


Sam’s brow creased, then his face brightened. “Wagner? The guy who came to help Blake out at the beginning of the year?”


“He’s a nice guy. I like him. But what about the others? Are they local? Or do they live elsewhere like Avery?”


Chapter 39