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Silhouette, ever observant, acknowledges his presence with a subtle nod. "A watchful eye is always an asset in our line of work."
“Yes, our line,” I echo.
She nods.
As the details fall into place, a tentative alliance is forged. Silhouette's network promises to be a valuable asset in our quest for control.
The meeting concludes with a subtle understanding that the shadows hold secrets waiting to be unraveled, and Silhouette, the mistress of information, is now a key player in the unfolding drama of the post-Shadow Syndicate criminal landscape. The jazz trio's final notes linger in the air as we part ways, each step echoing the weight of the alliance that has taken shape within the walls of The Black Ephemera.
CHAPTER 9
Alex and I make our way to our respective cars, and I hum to myself, pleased. The meeting went as well as I could have expected.
I climb into my car and start the engine.
Xavier slides into the passenger seat. His eyes, sharp and observant, meet mine as I settle behind the wheel. "Everything went as intended?" he questions, his voice a low rumble that cuts through the quiet of the night.
All I do is smile at him.
“Ah, so Silhouette is on board.”
“Yes. Her insights will be crucial for what comes next."
Xavier grunts in acknowledgment, his posture relaxed but alert. "You trust her?"
"As much as one can trust an information broker," I reply, a note of caution in my tone. "She's an asset, but we'll need to navigate carefully."
“There’s a time for caution, and there’s a time for… everything else.”
I laugh slightly. “Not tonight.”
“But you’re so happy.”
“Happy to be single.”
“I’m single. You’re single. It doesn’t have to mean anything.”
“I prefer when it’s spontaneous.”
“Admit it. When we argue, you get all hot and bothered and turned on.”
“Maybe at times.”
“You like it when I’m possessive.”
I swallow hard. “So long as you understand that I’m not yours.”
“Oh, I know you belong to no one, but a man can dream.”
“And cream in the shower.”
“With visions of you on top of me, riding me hard.”
The look he gives me… I have no doubt that is precisely his plan for tonight.
“Enjoy that cold shower,” I inform him.
“Enjoy your vibrator,” he counters with a smirk.
