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“Mind your business, D,” Harper replies. “I don’t stick my nose into your love life, and I’d appreciate it if you didn’t stick yours in mine.” Her singsong voice sounds sugary sweet, but it doesn’t hide her annoyance.
I suppress a smirk. Harperdoesnotwant to know what her older brother gets up to when he isn’t working.I’m into some wild shit, but that man is kinky as fuck!
“I’m sorry,” David says, and he genuinely sounds it. “I’m just looking out for you. I know this ruins your plans, and if there was any other way, I wouldn’t be asking. But you know I’d never forgive myself if something happened to you, Harp.”
I smile because that was smooth. Nevertheless, everything David is saying is true. Neither of us would forgive ourselves if something happened to Harper; however, it also pays to remind her of that fact and tug on her heartstrings, so she does what we want.
Harper sighs with obvious frustration. “I know, and if it was any other weekend... I’m not trying to sound like a brat. I promise. But it’s not just the boat trip I have planned. This date is important to me. I like this guy, D. It took memonthsto get reservations.”
“Oh yeah? Where are you going?” David asks, adopting a softer tone. I know what he’s doing, even if she doesn’t. While his brotherly interest is genuine, it serves another purpose. If we can find out where Harper will be tonight, we might be able to catch her before the date. In person, she won’t be able to ignore our pleas for her safety.
Predictably, Harper falls for the bait. Though, even if she disagrees with David’s methods, it doesn’t stop the siblings from being close, and she can’t wait to share her exciting news with him. “I got reservations at Deseo!”
Deseo is the hottest new Columbian restaurant in the city, owned by Michelin star chef Alejandro Hernández, and has a three-month waiting list for reservations. Harper must have planned this datewellin advance to get a table, which indicates how into this guy she is.
I scowl and clench my fists.Harper is free to date whomever she wants,I remind myself. That being said, and even without all the facts, I’m confident he isn’t good enough for her.
David lets out a low whistle while giving me a sly look. “Wow, sis. I’m impressed. So, what’s his name? What’s he like?”
“Oh, no, I’m not stupid,” Harper says, and I can picture her beautiful eyes narrowing. “If I tell you anything about him, you’ll only look him up. Probably run a background check with your little spy friend over there. And don’t youdarethink of turning up at the restaurant.”
David glances at me and raises a brow.Is he thinking what I’m thinking?
“I won’t. I swear,” he promises. He never said anything aboutme, though.
I nod to let David know I understand his plan and quietly slip out of the office while the siblings continue to chat. I leave his building, flashing another charming smile at Kala and the other ladies as I head out. I drive back to my own building across town, where my team is hard at work.
I make my way over to Elliot’s desk. “I have an important assignment for you to prioritize above everything else.”
Elliot looks up at me with his hazel eyes, pushes his glasses back into place, and smiles. “Sure, what is it, boss?”
“Someone is sending threatening emails to David Scott. I need you to access his system and track this fucker. Find outeverythingabout them and report back to me. I need to know every detail about this guy.” Elliot nods his understanding, and I clap my hand down on his shoulder. “I’m going to be out of town for a few days, but I’ll be in touch. Message me as soon as you know who is behind it.”
“Will do. Is there anything else you need while you’re away?”
“Just keep an eye on things here, please?”
“Of course,” Elliot assures me, and I know my company is in good hands with my cyber-security specialist. Next to David, Elliot is the closest friend I have, and he’s never let me down.
Confident that everything is sorted, I go back to my apartment and pack up an overnight bag. The place I’m taking Harper is already fully furnished, and I have a procedure for groceries to be delivered, but a few home comforts won’t go amiss. All that’s left is to shower and get ready for a night out.
I have a date to crash.
