Sex can be a dangerous business. So can love. On the worst day of his life, Wren Gallagher wants oblivion when he steps into Tricks for a drink. When a mysterious stranger steps up to pay his tab, he offers Wren the key to fulfilling his dreams of prosperity and true love. But appearances are not always what they seem. His savior owns the escort agency ? Louer, and he wants the young and handsome Wren as part of his stable of men-for-hire. Down on his luck, Wren figures, why not? He needs the money. When he joins, though, he doesn't count on meeting Rufus, another escort with whom he falls hopelessly in love. But their love story will have to overcome the obstacles of not only trading love for money, but ? Louer's dark -- and deadly -- secrets.

A Dangerous Game

Wren could tell that Rufus had not yet seen him, and it was hard to wait patiently for him to make his way close enough so Wren could speak to him and be heard over the wind and rumbles of thunder, which were now coming with increasing frequency.


Then, about half a block away, Rufus stopped, eyeing him. Their gazes connected, and Wren was afraid for a moment Rufus would turn away, walk or run quickly in the other direction, pretending he hadn’t seen Wren.


Rufus smiled, and his face lit up with what Wren would describe as a small fraction of the delight and relief coursing through him, energizing him. The smile made Wren want to cry.


Chapter 63