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Sadie’s heart thudded in her chest. She had been here long enough to know fights broke out for the craziest reasons. The last thing she wanted right now was for a brawl to occur because of one misunderstanding.
Shadow groaned, rubbing at his cheek. The bar fell silent as the sudden eruption of violence caught everyone off guard.
“Get out of here before I do something worse,” Priest told Shadow coldly.
The clatter of glasses and distant murmurs resumed only after Priest’s warning.
Shadow, nursing his jaw, shot Sadie a disgruntled look before making a hasty retreat. As he stumbled away, Priest turned his attention back to Sadie, his eyes ablaze with a possessive intensity that made her heart race.
“Sorry about that,” Priest muttered, seemingly unfazed by the commotion he caused. “Some of these guys can’t take a hint.”
Sadie, caught between shock and amusement, managed a small smile. “It’s okay. I appreciate the … protectiveness.”
Priest grunted, his eyes softening as he reached out to gently touch her cheek. “I told you, you’re mine. Anyone who so much as looks at you wrong is asking for a beating.”
Sadie’s heart melted hearing those words. Then Priest had to ruin the moment by eying her waitress uniform— tight tank top, short-shorts, and apron. Then he spotted the dishrag on the table and narrowed his eyes.
“What the hell do you think you’re doing?” Priest demanded.
“Priest, she just—” Cassie began but Priest raised a warning finger.
“This conversation doesn’t involve you. Scram,” Priest said.
Cassie gave him the finger, before vacating her seat.
“You didn’t have to be rude to her,” Sadie said.
“You should be resting,” Priest snapped. “Not playing dress-up and—”
“Dress-up?” Sadie asked, suddenly pissed. “Do you think that’s what I’m doing?”
“No,” Priest instantly said, rubbing his jaw. He looked stumped.
Sadie crossed her arms, the anger still simmering beneath the surface.
“It’s called work, Priest. I’m trying to contribute, remember? I can’t sit around like a damsel in distress forever,” she pointed out.
Priest looked unhappy about her words but he didn’t contradict her. Points to him.
“I get that, Sadie, but you just recovered from injuries. You need to take it easy,” he said.
“I’m not made of glass, you know,” Sadie retorted. “And I’m not about to let anyone, including you, dictate what I can or can’t do.”
Priest sighed, looking frustrated. “Just be careful, okay? I don’t want you getting hurt again,” Priest pointed out.
Hearing how much he cared, Sadie softened. “I’ll be careful. Now, are you going to sit there and lecture me, or can I finish my shift?” she asked.
He grunted. “Fine, finish your shift. But then, I’m taking you back to bed,” he said.
“In bed?” Sadie asked.
He smirked, and the raw need in his eyes made her heart race. “Since you claim you’re fine, I have a mind to treat myself to a reward.”
Sadie swallowed, unable to tear her gaze from his. “Okay,” she whispered. “I’d like that.”
“I’m looking forward to tonight,” he said.
Sadie rose to her feet. Priest did the same, but before letting her go, he yanked her close to him without warning. Sadie let out a soft gasp.
