Chapter 26
-:- CHAOS -:-
After dropping Corey at school, I made my way to the range and fulfilled the two appointments I had for the morning. Jack did a great job on the reception I was informed, and Ben, one of the assistants, asked if Jack could work regularly. I chuckled as Jack, although good with people is much more qualified, or will be when I’m done with him to teach, not be a glorified receptionist.
Jack had shadowed me this morning with my clients, and he watched carefully and quietly. I was impressed that he soaked everything up like a sponge. He’s going to be a good brother, and it’s not the first time I’ve thought that.
Stepping out of the office, I walk over to Jack behind the reception area. “I saw your hog this morning. It’s looking good.”
Jack smirks, “I’ve been cleaning every inch of her. I’ve replaced parts I could afford, and I’m going to speak to Fist about a respray, but I may have to save for quite a while before I can get it done.”
“What are you thinking for the respray?”
“Black with the club logo on the sides of the tank. I’m going to keep the chrome highly polished, so it stands out against the black.”
Nodding, because I know a lot of riders have black and chrome, and they always look smart. “That’ll look good. If you are still a prospect, you’ll have to ask Pres if you can have the logo on. If you have made brother, then you can do it without asking.”
“Will do, Chaos. I wanted to thank you for the opportunities that you have, and are, giving me. I won’t let you down,” Jack states with such intensity that I know he’s not had much support in his life.
“I know you won’t, Jack. Do your best and be proud of yourself. You’ve come a fuck of a long way since you came to the club. It won’t be long before you become a full brother I’m sure. I cannot see any of us sayingnaywhen you are put forward,” I state clearly, and slap his shoulder. “I’m off to the clubhouse, got shit to do. Make sure you get over there in an hour because Meat has a lesson planned.”
“Yeah, I’ll be there. I won’t leave him waiting. The last three sessions have been brutal, and I know he doesn’t enjoy hanging around.”
Giving Jack a nod, I turn and make my way out of the range and to my hog. I’m going to have a ride over to the clubhouse and check out wedding plans. I don’t want them going wrong. You only get married once, if you’re lucky that is, and I intend to be very lucky.
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As I step into Specs' office, I notice the second desk, all set up with a keyboard and monitors. “Is this for Vicky?”
“Yeah, she’s going to be okay over there. She’ll have space and be able to set the area up as she likes. I’m going to see what her capabilities are so she can get her teeth into her work. Nothing worse than feeling like you are underachieving,” Specs turns back to his monitor and clicks on his keyboard before looking back at me. “What?”
Chuckling, I take the seat at Victoria’s desk and ask, “How are the plans coming along for the wedding?”
“Mia, Tilly and the Stooges are sorting out the clubhouse. The paperwork is all set. Axel is ready, even got his second pair of boots polished according to Mia. Have you got the wedding rings?”
Shooting to my feet because, fuck, I never gave them a thought. Specs laughs as I scowl at him, which lets him know I don’t find this funny.
“Victoria only has her dress to get. The rest is organized. Go get the rings, and here is the size you’ll need.” Specs passes me a piece of paper and I tuck it into my kutte pocket.
“Thanks, Specs,” I mumble as I walk out of the office. I’ve got to get my ass into town and buy rings. How the fuck could I forget I had to have rings?
I come to a grinding halt as I enter the common room because Wings is standing in the middle of the room and he’s blue. I mean, really blue. Hair, face, arms, and hands. I can onlyimagine his entire body is blue. Heather is laughing like a loon, and Axel is standing with a huge grin on his face.
“Payback is a bitch, Wings,” I say through my own amusement.
“Watch yourself or you’ll be the next I’ll come for,” Wings states with a snarl.
I don’t wait for him to say more. I launch myself across the common room, slam into him, and have him down before he realizes what’s happening. Once he’s pinned down and can make no movement, I ask, “You were saying?”
Axel is chuckling, and Heather is cackling. “You’ve gotta give it up this time, Wings. You were caught on your back foot dead to rights,” Axel says, then laughs before turning and walking into the kitchen.
Climbing off Wings, I hold my hand out to give him a lift, and he takes it before throwing an arm around my neck. “You know I’ll have to get you back for that one, brother?”
“Yeah, yeah, whatever,” I reply while laughing. “Now, get off me as I’m going to watch Jack have a lesson with Meat. You, brother, need to get back in the shower, but make sure no dye is in it this time.” As I walk away, I look over my shoulder with a smirk on my face. “Maybe we should rename you Smurf?”
“Fuck off,” Wings snarls, but I can see he’s grinning while he’s saying it.
Waving at the Stooges as I walk through the kitchen, I give them a cheeky grin as I snatch three cookies from the baking sheet. Ihave to jiggle them a little in my hands as they are still warm, but hmm, they are good.
