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“We could do a game night or something,” Jax offers. I love the sweet idea but I know Anna is itching for a night out. She has never stayed in this many nights in a row before.
“Sure next time, but not what I meant for tonight. Sorry Jax,” Anna says.
Jay turns to Nic. “What do you think?”
Nicoli has been quiet, probably weighing it all up. He can tell Anna is miserable, which in turn makes everything harder here. We’ve been trying to keep her safe, but we are probably smothering her too much. I know she’s been sneaking out but I haven’t ratted her out yet. I understand her better than the guys and I know she needs this.
Reaching across the table, I grab Nic’s hand.
“We will wear our disguises and stay together. If anything happens, we get right out of there. I think this will help tensions around here,” I say, as sincerely as I can.
He thinks it over then nods. “I think we can go.”
Jeremy stiffens next to me but surprisingly stays silent. He’s trying to be more confident in my abilities and I love it.
Anna sequels loudly and claps her hands. “Great! Let’s go tonight! I’m going to get ready now!”
She hops up and dashes out of the kitchen before anyone can respond.
Once she’s gone, I turn to the guys. “Thanks guys. Anna loves to go out and be social, so I know this has been hard on her. I also know things have been tense around here since coming back, so hopefully this helps everyone relax.”
Jay leans over and gives me a kiss. “It’ll be fun! I’m excited. We haven’t been out in a while!”
I love his energy, it’s infectious.
Kiran hops out of his seat. “I’m going to make a drink!”
I can’t help laughing. When we first met, and I had no idea we were mates or what the future had in store for us, these two were always trying to party and have fun. It’s part of who they are. They probably need this too.
We finish up dinner pretty quickly after deciding to go out tonight. Kiran hands out a round of screwdrivers. Jay and Kiran are pushing me upstairs to get ready.
I find Anna almost dressed when I get upstairs and this feels like normal. Me late and Anna almost ready. It’s like our going out ritual.
“You need to get ready!” Anna screeches at me.
I laugh. “I know! I’m going right now. I don’t think I have any going out clothes.”
I might have to wear something comfortable, what a shame. For once, I won’t have to wear heels because Anna demands it.
“Don’t worry! When I packed up the clothes that weren’t destroyed by Ryan, I planned ahead. I already planned an outfit for you.” She points to some clothes laid out on the bed and of course there is a pair of heels with it. “I also packed the coffee maker so don’t think you got away from that thing.”
“Really?” I complain.
Of course, like Anna signaled him, Kiran shows up right then. “Is that what you’re wearing baby? That’s hot.”
He wraps his arms around me from behind and presses himself against me.
I sigh. “Fine, I’ll wear it.”
I grab the clothes off the bed and head to my room. Kiran follows behind me and lies on the bed while I change. He’s already dressed in dark wash jeans and a black t-shirt. Of course, he looks hot as hell but when doesn’t he?
“Are you excited?” He asks. Kiran hasn’t taken his eyes off me while I change, totally unabashed in his ogling.
“Ya, I think it’ll be fun to hang out as a group outside of the house.”
“I want Anna to be happier too,” he adds, making my heart melt. He’s so sweet.
Jay comes in next, dressed similar to Kiran and hops on the bed. He leans against the headboard.
