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“If the dude ain’t got brain damage, he’s gonna be lucky. Brian fought them, hurting two. But they all got away. We’ve got facials, but nobody recognises them. Hawthorne will run their images tomorrow. Mac’s covering you,” Drake stated.
“Call Mac back. If they’re targeting Summer, it’s too dangerous for her to be with me,” Slick replied and ignored his heart breaking.
“Don’t be a fool,” Drake snapped.
“Pres, this girl is more innocent than Sin and Carly ever were. I ain’t gonna open Summer’s life up to the shit the Fangs will rain down on her. The best thing for Summer isn’t to be seen with me until this is ended.”
“Summer your one?”
“Yes.”
“Then, brother, you are making a big fuckin’ mistake. Summer is going to need you, and you’re turning your back on her at her lowest point since her dad died. Do you think Summer will forgive you?” Drake pressed.
“No, I don’t. But she’ll live clean and free. Drake, I can’t give her what a normal man can. Letting Summer go is the best way to love her. Talk later,” Slick said and ended the call.
He couldn’t have spoken for much longer because of the tears in his throat. They were so thick he felt he was choking on them.
Slick stroked Summer’s hair, taking in her delicate features and memorising them. To save her, he’d destroy himself. Slick knew Summer had feelings for him, but they weren’t loved. Without question, Slick loved her, but Summer wasn’t all the way yet. And that would be her saving grace. It would give her a chance to move on. To find happiness with a better man. Because she deserved it.
For now, he would hold her for the last time and let the memories wash over him of their breakfast and lunch dates. Of Summer’s smiles and laughter. Slick should have known he wouldn’t get his happily ever after.
Bitterness rose as he studied Summer’s face, searing it into his memory. Less than a fortnight’s worth of dates. That’s all he had to keep himself going for the rest of his life.
Slick could be the bigger man. He’d suck up her pain and recrimination, but Summer and her uncle wouldn’t be threatened again. Slick would let her go because she belonged in the sunshine, not residing in the darkness swirling around Rage. He loved Summer enough to want her happy, no matter how his own heart broke.
Summer
When I woke, Slick was still holding me, but he seemed off. I’d expected a smile or hug, but as soon as my eyes popped open, Slick’s arms released me. A little confused and embarrassed, I scurried to the bathroom, brushed my teeth, and used the toilet before hurrying back to my bedroom. When I got there, Slick was sitting on the edge of the bed, and I went to join him. No sooner had my ass sat than Slick jumped up and ran a hand through his hair.
“I called the hospital. Brian is stable and awake. You can see him anytime you wish,” Slick said, and happiness rushed through me.
“His speech is slightly slurred, and he has some memory loss, but he’ll be fine,” Slick continued.
“That’s great news!” I gasped with joy.
“Yeah.”
A cold feeling began growing in my stomach as I realised Slick didn’t seem to be happy.
“What aren’t you telling me?” I whispered.
The look that Slick shot me was bad. I sensed the world crumbling beneath me.
“Culprits were caught on camera. They were members of the Venomous Fangs. The garden centre was targeted because of your link to me,” Slick said abruptly.
“No!” I exclaimed.
“Yes. Brian got a beating, and you lost a greenhouse because you were seen with me.”
“So what do we do? Do I increase security?” I asked.
“You can do until the message gets around,” Slick replied coldly.
“What?” I whispered, frightened suddenly.
“Summer, this was supposed to be fun and happiness. Instead, it’s ended with shit. I do not want you involved in this crap. You’re a good woman, but you are not equipped to deal with this.And I don’t have time to run around protecting you and your uncle. You were a distraction, but one that’s gotta end,” Slick said, and I flinched at his words.
“A distraction?”
