Page 30 of Ride with Zane

“Is it safe?” I know nothing about bikers or clubs.

“For you? Of course, baby. You'll meet my whole family.”

What? Is he insane? “B-but I only have my pajamas,” I murmur while he kisses my shoulder.

“Bring some stuff here so you won't miss anything.”

“A toothbrush for sure.”

“Use mine but I meant to say you should bring some clothes too.”

“Clothes? You're assuming I'd spend some nights here.”

“I hope so,” he replies as my phone starts to ring.

“Who's calling you so early?”

“I don't know,” I jump out of the bed, and rush downstairs.Maybe dad?

“Hey, Raven, what's up?”

“Morning, Miss. I came to your room, but I’ve been told you checked out last night.”

Shit!“Yeah, I got home by midnight more or less.” Lie, it was already two a.m.

“Oh, cool. Well, I want you to make me a list of songs you'd like to use for the choreographies.”

“That means I've qualified?” My hands start shaking as I bite my nails.

“I'm still waiting for the list; they'll notify us this morning. However, start thinking about it and the costumes.”

My heart races in my chest and I’m so freaking excited that I can’t stay still. “Noted, I'll do some research then.”

“Awesome, see you on Monday.” I hang up, feeling my eyes watering.

“Is everything okay, Princess?” Rock's voice makes me spin around.

“Yeah,” I nod while hugging him.

“Baby, you're shivering, who was on the phone?”

“Raven, my coach. She told me I need to get ready mentally for the news I've been waiting for since I first wore my skates.”

He cups my face and wipes my tears off. “What is, Princess?”

“My qualifications,” I whisper. I'm afraid that saying it out loud can somehow change something.

“That's great, isn't it?” I nod while nervously laughing. “Then why are you so emotional?”

“Because it's the first time I try to get qualified for the Olympics, and they want just the best.”

“And you are the best, Princess.” The tenderness in his eyes hits me. “I saw you skating. I've never seen something more beautiful.”

“You've seen me? You came to the Icylight?”

“Of course, baby.” I stand on my tiptoe and kiss him.

“Do you want a coffee?”

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