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We all agree on that point, at least I’m pretty sure we do, but it’s not that simple, and I get to be the killjoy who reminds us of that fact.
“I’m all for revenge,” I begin. “The LTC are not our friends, no matter how friendly things seem. What we can’t forget is that a host of alphabet agencies went to Morgan International to scoop up Geoffrey. ATF. FBI. DEA. DHS. You name it, and they were there, which I think could be a big fucking problem for us.”
Maybe I’m a pussy for worrying too much, but it doesn’t feel right.
“This should make it easier to do what the fuck needs to be done,” Banger offers with a grin.
“I’m with Lucky,” Ace says, surprising me. “Something about all of this feels weird.”
Dix scoffs. “It feels perfect to me. Like our prayers are finally being answered.”
“Or,” Ace starts with a sigh, “it feels too good to be true, which means it might be.”
The room settles at Ace’s dose of reality, and all eyes swing to our leader. He says, “Lucky, you and Aria should go back to the mansion. This is no longer a straight-up security gig, so I want you inside with her at all times. No more standing outside like an easy fucking target. Stay inside. Stay close to Aria and see what you can learn from her.”
Everything within me wants to balk at this suggestion. I want to tell Ace that I can do so much more than watch out for the sexy princess, but I know it won’t matter, so I nod. “Sure thing. Whatever you say, man.”
Ace sees right through me. “You’re upset.”
I shake my head but can’t hide the disappointment in my voice. “Not upset. I feel like I can do more for the MC.”
Ace nods. “When the time comes, you’ll do a hell of a lot more than this for the MC, but right now, this is exactly what we need you to do. Looking after Aria and snooping around the office is crucial to our plans, Lucky.”
I swallow my pride and nod. “Yeah, man. I feel like I’m slacking while the rest of you work hard for the club.”
“Enjoy the luxury while you can,” Dix says and gives my shoulder a supportive squeeze. “At any moment, some shit can pop off, and we’re all fighting for our lives.”
He’s right, and I know it. But it still doesn’t feel right, so I at least make a promise to my brothers. “I’ll do what needs to be done, and I won’t let you down.”
Ace nods. “Report back to me daily and keep an eye out for anything that feels wrong or out of place.”
I nod again, resolved and determined to keep the princess safe for as long as my brothers need me to. But deep down, I know it won’t be easy. Aria is going to fight me every step of the way.
I’m bigger and stronger, which gives me the edge. I have to make her see that without losing my shit.
Easier said than done.
As I leave the room, I can’t help but think something bigger is at play here. Something we’re all missing, and I intend to find out what it is.
CHAPTEREIGHT
Aria
“You can sleep here.”
I look at Lucky and then back to the small guest room with a single bed, a small three-drawer dresser, and a big picture window.
“Frannie is right next door if you need anything,” I insist, biting back my smirk.
“Nice try, sweetheart, but I’m sticking close to you, which means the room right across the hall from your room is perfect.” His arm wraps my waist and redirects me toward the staircase that leads to the rest of the house. “Whether you like it or not, we’re stuck together.”
I shove him off, the sound of his laughter following me up the stairs and down the hall, which seems oddly intimate now that he’s staying inside and not just inside but close. Very close.
It’s good to be home even if I do have a biker following my every step, looking over my shoulder, and probably listening to my phone calls. “This really is completely unnecessary. I’ll be fine as soon as Daddy comes home.”
Lucky snorts.
“I will!”
