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

Aboard, the gentle rocking motion of the train and perhaps relief that he was no longer going to have to do battle with a psychotic madwoman allowed Rufus to relax a bit, his head on Wren’s shoulder.


When the conductor came around, checking for tickets, he eyed the two men warily, but Wren didn’t care.


The heat had intensified, even on the short train ride home. As Wren headed down Catalpa Avenue with Rufus, he couldn’t wait to get inside his air-conditioned apartment. Maybe once out of the heat and away from the stress of going to Kenilworth, Rufus would finally listen to reason. He had promised to call the cops, and Wren intended to make sure the promise wasn’t an empty one


Once inside, Wren took Rufus in his arms. He kissed him gently. Rufus pulled away, smiling at him.


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