A brilliant scientist out to save the world. A jaded agent looking to save the one he lost. And a conspiracy that spans oceans, reaching into the deepest parts of American national security. Lennon is a genius. He’s devoted his energy and his time to designing products to save lives. He’s gotten rich doing it, too. This time he’s created something to revolutionize war, crime, and policing -- a bullet that heals. He’s on top of the world and the one thing he needs is someone to share it with. The one he loved disappeared without a trace years ago, and until he gets closure he can’t commit. Ben is an agent with an agency so secretive for years people didn’t know it existed. He screwed up years ago and fell in love with the man he was supposed to be guarding. Now his lost love is in danger again. He’s developed a product bad actors all over the world will want to get their hands on. When Ben’s superiors order him back to Lennon’s side, he goes without hesitation. There’s only one catch -- Lennon can’t know he’s there. When one of those bad actors strikes, all the rules go out the window. Can Lennon overcome his mistrust once he knows the truth about Ben? When the enemy turns up the heat, will Ben manage to save Lennon from people who want him to kill?

Under His Skin

Townsend conducted a quick sweep of the place before letting anyone in. “Clear,” he declared, stepping aside to admit the rest of them. “Let’s sit down and have some food. I’m sure you’ve got questions.”


Rada glanced around and put an arm around Lennon’s shoulders. “I think Lennon might want a shower first. And then maybe we should all eat something. Should we order some food?”


Ben glanced at Townsend, who winced. “We’ll have our guy send some over,” Townsend told her. “I’m not feeling secure enough to call anyone in the area ourselves right now, not if they know it’s coming here.”


“I can respect that, actually.” Lennon managed a little smile. “Hey, Rada, can you see any glass in my scalp or am I good to wash this crap out of my hair?”


Rada inspected Lennon’s head for signs of injury. “You’re good to go.”


Ben grabbed Lennon’s arm. It was a reflex action. “Wait. Glass in your scalp?”


Chapter 19