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

They were holding hands when Doren finally opened the door on the empty hallway. Only the telltale crush of the plaster on the opposite side of the wall offered any credence to what had happened.


“We need to find somewhere safe,” August said. “Somewhere they can’t feel us.”


Doren sighed and slumped against the doorframe. “Like where? The moon?”


“No, smartass,” August replied. “Someplace where there are people. And commotion. Where they can’t see us as easily as if we were alone.”


Doren frowned and tilted his head. “How do you know?”


“And did this friend also tell you where you might find this magical place?”


“No. But I have an idea.” August stalked back into the room and began throwing items into a suitcase. “Grab some stuff, Doren. We’re going to crash a party.”


Chapter 61