In another world, there is so much magic, the people see no reason to advance their technology. Their history has been altered as well, resulting in a barely recognizable twentieth century. Wes, however, doesn’t know anything else. All he wants is to live a peaceful life with his small family -- his ward Mica and his friend Ollie. For his part, retired assassin Ollie never wants to leave Wes and Mica, but when Ilixo shows up, Ollie may not have a choice. Ilixo, his Chieftain, has a necromancer to find and Ollie is the perfect person to go hunting. Wes has to make a choice. He can accompany Ollie and help him capture the rogue necromancer, but then they will have to leave Mica unprotected at home. Mica is vulnerable, as she is on the verge of discovering her magic gift, and needs gentle guidance to help her through the process. Or Wes can stay home, and let Ollie face the danger alone. Torn between Mica and Ollie’s best interests, Wes makes his decision. Will Wes and Ollie survive and return home? Will Wes realize his love for his best friend reaches far deeper than loyalty and respect? Will Wes and Ollie maybe even find love?

How Much?

“This is going to be interesting,” Wes says instead of his theory about the bodies.


“We need to talk about your methods,” Mica tells them firmly and she’s supported by Randy’s nod.


“I figured,” Ollie says and gestures for Wes to take a seat.


“I…” Mica trails off. She looks at Randy who nods encouragingly but wisely shuts up. “I think you should be more…sympathetic. It’s easier to catch flies with honey.”


“It is,” Wes says. “There are times when we find that strategy useful, but none of those times present as a threat first. When Frank came running or when Old Man showed up suddenly wasn’t the time to make nice.”


“Why not?” Mica asks, clearly taken aback by Wes’ answer.


Chapter 46