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I smiled, then interrupted him. “Please put it on Holden’s account.” Proud of myself that I didn’t pass out cold on the floor from the price tag, I offered him a confident smile.
“I’ll need his authorization. You understand.”
I did, but the tone in Pierre’s voice was condescending and I didn’t appreciate it.
I tapped Holden’s number on the screen and held it up to my ear.
“Hey, babe,” Holden answered. “Does he want to make sure that I sent you in there to buy something?”
I couldn’t help but grin. “Yeah. I’ll let you speak to him.” I offered Pierre my cell, then studied his face while he spoke to Holden.
“Yes, of course. Anything you want. Absolutely.” Pierre nodded enthusiastically, then said goodbye. He gave my phone back to me.
“Are you still there?” I asked Holden.
Holden’s deep chuckle rumbled through the speaker. “You can shop there anytime you want. I gave you authorization to buy the entire store and threatened his job if he laid a hand on you.”
“What?” I slapped Brynn’s arm, my eyes widening. “Why?”
“I know Pierre, and he’d either try to sleep with you or he’d treat you like the scum of the earth unless I let him know how it would play out for him,” Holden explained.
“He’s a member,” I whispered. “He already—”
Brynn jabbed me in the side and shook her head.
“Already what?” Holden’s tone was clipped.
“He already mentioned that he knew you from there.” I bit my lower lip, hoping I saved us from unnecessary drama. I could handle Pierre, but I would prefer to stop running into men that were absolute pigs.
“All right. Let me know if there’s ever a problem, though.”
“I will. Brynn and I should be there shortly.”
“Good. I miss you.” I could hear Holden smile through the phone. “Love you.”
“Love you, too.” I disconnected the call and leaned on my cane.
“That’s all I need. I’ll contact you or Holden to schedule the delivery,” Pierre said, his voice warm and friendly.
“Thanks for your help.”
Once we were outside the gallery, I glanced at Brynn. “I feel like I need a shower after being around him. Eww. He’s hot but an absolute asshole.”
“Now you know why I adore Holden so much. This world is filled with disgusting men that don’t respect women. You’ve got a good one.”
I inwardly swooned a little. Holden was one of the good ones. “Oh, the guys are at the club. Holden said to come on up.” I peeked at the time on my phone before I shoved it into my pocket. “I’d like to change into some of my new clothes first. Ya know, get his first impression.”
“Oh, great idea.” Brynn slipped her sunglasses into place as we arrived at the Mercedes in the parking garage. “Wear your Sevens, black boots, and that burgundy blouse. While we’re at Holden’s, grab the necklace.”
My stomach shook and I wondered if Tim might show up. “Vaughn, are you able to accompany us inside Holden’s house?”
“I will if you need me too.”
“Please.” I grabbed Brynn’s hand, wondering if Tim had come back home.
Chapter Thirty-Five
Brynn and I strolled through the club at a little after eight. The party hadn’t even started. I self-consciously ran my fingertips over my necklace, loving what the H stood for. Maybe I should wear it all the time. If Pierre had seen it, he’d have understood not to offer himself to Brynn and me.
