Set at a run-down summer astronomy camp in the woods, two teens, Max and Jordan, both passionate about science, find themselves paired together for a stargazing project. Max is an introverted astrophysics enthusiast, while Jordan is a charming, outgoing aspiring astronaut who dreams of exploring the universe. At first, Max is intimidated by Jordan's charisma and confidence. He prefers solitude, often feeling like an outsider in social situations. Jordan, however, is drawn to Max's intelligence and depth, seeing past his shy demeanor. The camp's atmosphere is electric with the excitement of discovery, but beneath the surface, both boys are grappling with their identities. Max struggles with coming out as gay, while Jordan feels pressure to conform to traditional masculine ideals, afraid of how people might react. As they explore the stars, they also explore their feelings for each other, realizing they like each other a bit more than friends. Will they learn to align, or will they burn?

Playboy billionaire Aiden Grayson is being blackmailed and when he meets his handsome new bodyguard, Julian, he's slowly overcome by feelings he can't deny. ***** Aiden Grayson is a child of privilege. He's a bachelor and a billionaire who's never had to work for anything. However, he's left a trail of destruction in his wake and someone from the past is coming back to haunt him. He's being blackmailed, and soon he's assigned a new bodyguard: the handsome, Julian McAndrew. At first, the two men are opposites, forced to work together, but after a drunken kiss, Aiden can't deny his feelings. He throws himself into his vices, trying to sort himself out, while Julian continues to keep him safe. With a blackmailer one step ahead, can Julian protect Aiden from danger? Or more importantly, can Julian protect Aiden from himself? [[word count: 100,000-150,000 words]]