“How? You seem to know her when she doesn’t know you,” I growl.
“As I said, I know things, much like the rabbit. I watch over them.”
“Shit,” I sigh. “Fine, don’t explain.”
“Where are you?” he asks.
“Where do you think?”
“Sitting outside her apartment.”
“If you know, why do you ask?”
“For my entertainment.”
“Asshole,” I rumble.
“I’m happy for you. It’s a rare thing to have someone who can accept every part of you. Rylee will work well with you.”
“You knew I was going to ask her.” He still amazes me, even after all the years we’ve known each other.
“I know—”
“Things. Yes, you’ve said it numerous times.”
“Are you going to the hotel?”
“At some point. I need some sleep. I shielded my face. My anger is simmering inside. I wish I could do it all again. He mademe sick.” I won’t forget what I saw in that room, but I will never tell anyone what it was. My mate didn’t need that visual.
“Yet, you hid all that anger from Rylee. Someday, you're going to snap. Stop pushing it down.”
“I didn’t hide all of it,” I mutter. “You wanted it quick, but I took some time. I wanted him to feel pain.”
“I don’t judge you for it. I’m glad you made it hurt,” he hisses.
“Rylee assisted in the end.”
“Sounds right. You’re proud of her.”
“Fuck, yeah.”
“Go to bed. She’s safe. The job is done. You need to heal.”
“Soon, I will.”
“Did you read the information I sent?”
“Not yet.”
“Do it, and get back to me.”
“Sure.”
“If you see Sally, tell her hello from me.”
He hangs up, and I chuckle. I can’t wait until Shade is forced into the world when he meets the mate meant for him. As much as he interferes in the lives of others, I think his world will be rocked when he falls in love. I want that for him. He needs someone who will love all the parts of his character. I’ve never seen him in a relationship. I wonder how it will happen when he barely leaves his house.
My phone rings, and I lift my head. My fingers are stiff as I pry them from the wheel and pick it up. I’m not surprised by the caller.
