[Siren Classic ManLove: Erotic Alternative Consensual BDSM Romance, M/M, spanking, paddling, flogging, sex toys, HEA] A company transfer takes successful architect Cree Bailey back home where his family still thinks he's straight and his father expects him to pick up where he left off with his high school sweetheart. But a chance encounter with Dawg Reese forces Cree to realize he can't continue to live in the closet. Dawg, a successful real estate agent, is an openly gay man who goes after what he wants, and Cree is exactly what he wants. Dawg understands the situation Cree's in and is willing to keep their relationship a secret. Cree knows not only will he not make partner if his conservative boss finds out he's gay, but he'll lose his job. On top of that, his father will turn his back on him and lose all respect for him. So, Cree breaks up with Dawg to preserve his career. However, his heart isn't prepared to lose the one true love it's ever known. ** A Siren Erotic Romance