After decades of searching, Rob has finally found others who are like him. Magical beings who can shift form and charm humans; the Hidden Ones. A beach house in a sleepy shore town is home to an eclectic group of shifters, all outcasts in their own way, yet fiercely bonded together by choice. Rob is particularly drawn to Jack, the unofficial leader of the group, who immediately takes a shine to him, as well. Magic brings answers to questions Rob has had for years; about his health, his history, as well as his future. Rob grows closer to each of his new roommates, and eventually forges a romantic relationship with Jack. But even as Rob becomes more immersed in the magical world, Jack seems to be pulling back. Tensions rise as Jack's temper flares and old wounds reopen. Can Rob be able to find a way to keep his relationship with Jack strong without sacrificing his newfound freedom?

The Hidden Ones

Jack threw a pillow at her, which she batted away. “That was a fictional movie, you ass.”


Anya rolled her eyes. “How was I supposed to know it was fictional? Elves were in it.”


Rob perked up with interest at this—he was always keen to learn more about other magical creatures—but Kayla swept in with a six pack of beer and stack of paper plates, which she doled out so everyone could start to serve themselves.


“What are we watching?” she asked. “I was thinking we could try Stranger Things. We never got around to it.”


Jack smirked, and pointed to Aaron dramatically. “That’s because someonevetoed it.”


Aaron shrugged as he loaded a veggie slice and a pile of cheese fries onto a plate, and sat down on the floor next to Kayla. “I wasn’t in the mood for 80’s nostalgia. I’m good now, though.”


Chapter 26