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Allie grinned from ear to ear. “I’m more interested in the intel the Silvers can get me. It’s time to map out the road to my happiness. Tristan’s the one who leads the group, so I’ll start at the top.”
I sighed and shook my head.
Allie had no intention of finding happiness in a billionaire’s bed. She’d raised too many walls for that to happen. She needed the money, but that wasn’t what she desired most, either. Allie wanted safety, intel, and revenge. And knowing my best friend, she’d get it all. Come January, I would work alongside this kick-ass woman on the police force.
“I can't wait to take off this costume and soak in a bubble bath”.
“You soak and I’ll steam. I hear the sauna calling my name.” She winced in pain.
“Is your gut still giving you trouble?” I asked.
She’d been running to the bathroom all day.
“I think it’s the chicken nuggets from last night.”
“Still?”
Her face twisted with pain.
“It’s a good thing I stuck to my fancy grilled cheese.”
I couldn't resist ordering the Brie dish my nanny used to make. My indulgence saved me from whatever bug Allie was struggling with—her pink cheeks, kissed by the night’s chill, quickly turned an ashen color.
“Why don’t you take it easy tonight?”
She gave me a look that could kill.
“I can’t take it easy. This is the opportunity I’ve been waiting for. You think it’s a coincidence we got this gig?” She straightened, obviously fighting pain. “It’s fate. Let’s change and mingle. I feel like tequila would help.”
I cringed at the mention. Allie and her damn tequila! She didn't consume much alcohol, but when she did, it was a battle. She had a good reason to drown her troubles from time to time. I would drink daily if a stalker were after me and my mother.
“What happened to the ‘keep a low profile’ plan for tonight?” I parroted her words back in an unconvincing falsetto, which made her laugh. I hung up our coats in the lobby and we headed left, away from the crowd.
“Tequila will surely make me more presentable, don’t you think?” She massaged her hand over her stomach. “And we are officially off duty, so may as well enjoy all the perks. Argh!” She grabbed her mid-section and doubled over.
“The only perk you’re enjoying tonight is a comfortable bed.”
I lifted her under her arm and led her to the stairwell. Hindsight twenty-twenty, we should have taken the elevator, but I didn’t want to risk running into anyone in our silly outfits. The wooden steps creaked, and the number of risers appeared to double as we looked back. We’d reached the second floor landing when a deep laugh resonated from the hallway.
“Hold on.”
I peered through the door slit.
There he stood, tall and lean, bracing his arm against a wall near the blonde twin. The other one fiddled with her purse, searching for something. His white shirt was tight over his body, accentuating his broad shoulders. He’d changed into tailor-made pants, which curved around his tight ass.
James Silver was leaning against the wall, his back straight and his arm resting at his side. He looked like he belonged there. He looked like he belonged everywhere. He didn’t wait for opportunities. He created them. James scrolled through his phone as the blonde took over and fiddled with their key cards. She tried knocking on the door, as if that would help. Her sister finally pushed the door open with a cry of delight.
“C’mon, Cece. Let’s get the tub filled.” The fair-haired girl grabbed her twin’s hand.
“Have fun, ladies. Hunter’s on his way up,” James called after them.
“No, no,” she whined. “You’re coming with us, James.” She pulled on his arm.
He unclasped her fingers from around his arm. “I’m sorry, but it’s been a long trip. I promise, my younger brother will be here soon.”
He slowly pulled the door closed in front of her face, and turned toward the elevators.
Allie gaped. “He left the twins? That’s impressive.”
