Doren was born with a powerful gift -- a gift he's managed to use to put him well on his way to becoming a star. But there is more to that gift than just musical talent, and as careful as Doren is to hide that fact, there are some who know of the power behind the sound, and all the ways they could abuse it.<br><br>August's goal in life is simple: make an impact in the music industry. An opportunity to work as the personal assistant to Doren seems to be exactly the kind of break he needs to accomplish that goal.<br><br>But all too often in life, simple becomes just another complication, especially when there are people whose goal is even simpler: destroy and dominate.

The Gift

Anton waved the question away. “Of course! Nothing we haven’t all done at one point or another. He’s young, still learning.” He was more than pleased when Doren turned back to the band. “But let’s talk about the important things, the real reason that we’re here. Tell me, Doren, what do you think of the band?”


Doren shrugged. “Why are you asking me? You’re the big music guru, aren’t you?”


“I am,” Anton smiled. “But I don’t have your ears, Doren. Let’s face it, no one experiences music quite like you do, do they?”


Doren’s eyes narrowed, again trying to read him, trying to decide if he was actually hearing the implication in Anton’s words, or making it up. He decided he wasn’t, and Anton nodded. Oh, you bet I know, Doren. I know all about you. I know more about you then you even know about yourself.


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