A former soldier turned intergalactic politician, Halden Blake never wanted to be a hero. Now he's finishing his third presidential term, wondering if a fourth is worth putting his life on hold for another five years.

Isaac Knox has been there from the start, the best public liaison Halden could have asked for. A staunch ally and friend through difficult times, Isaac has never given any sign of returning Halden's closely guarded attraction. But as Halden struggles with questions about his own future, Isaac makes an offer that might just change everything.