Nick Gregorio is at a crossroads in his life. When his former lover, Al Martinsen, came to Vegas wanting to make up, Nick was prepared to listen. For Nick, however, returning to their hometown to resume playing second fiddle to Al's ambitions was not an option, and he suggested Al move to Vegas permanently. Six weeks have passed with no word from Al, and Nick doesn't know what to think. Is Al still considering moving to Vegas, or does his silence say it all? When Nick finally receives news about Al, it sends him reeling with shock, anger and total despair. He knew Al had allowed ambition to dominate his life, but even he found it hard to believe Al would go so far as to commit the ultimate betrayal. There's no going back for either of them now. In desperation, Nick looks for temporary oblivion in the form of a night out that turns nasty and violent. Fortunately for Nick, his new friend and boss, Trip Browning, comes to his aid. With Trip's support, Nick is able to resume work planning the gala opening of The Neapolitan's newest restaurant. That is, until Trip delivers a surprise of his own and sends Nick's world spinning in a whole different direction... Note: This book was previously released as two separate volumes. It has been substantially revised and re-edited in this edition.