He took my glass, knocking back a long slug, before pressing it back into my hand. "This is a bold move. It might be the thing to crack Samson's facade. Spin it as wanting to get signed by his management company. Figure out what he's up to from that angle." Rohan stared at the sunburst for another brief, intense moment, then snorted. "Jesus."

Sure, I was pleased, but I'd expected more of a fight. Much more. I gave him a once-over, noting the brush of purple under his half-open ...