Page 20 of Property Of Chrissy

There’s no way in hell that would ever happen. “We have the evidence, babe. I don’t think there’s any denying what’s on that video.”

What Bentley uncovered over these last two weeks is some seriously fucked up shit. Their father is one sick bastard. Using his daughters for financial gain. Trying to pimp them out. Thankfully, it seems like we just swooped in in the nick of time. Because Jessica may have been Pratwick’s favorite daughter—his little princess—but she wasn’t immune to his evil, twisted greed. The fucker was trying to sell her virginity for the starting price of one million dollars.

Bentley managed to get a video of Pratwick’s “meeting” going down, which was a hell of a lot more like an auction. The bastard actually told the men up front how he didn’t care what they did with Jess after they were done with her; they could kill the girl for all he cared, but the money had to be wired into his account on the day of the claiming. The evil gnat is going to be paying for his crime. Same goes for the dirty cop who chose to threaten my girl.

“I can’t believe my dad would really do that to her. He really has no heart. I knew he didn’t love me, but I never thought he’d hurt Jess. She was always his little angel. The one who fit his perfect mold. He never once threatened her. Never yelled at her. She naturally was the golden child.”

“Yeah, well, I hate to say it, babe. But men like your dad don’t stop. The greed for power and wealth controls them and they’re willing to do anything. Even throw their own flesh and blood into a tank of monsters. I’m just glad it’s over. He will never be able to hurt you or Jess ever again.” He’ll never be able to touch my girl. “And anyone who worked for your dad will be taken down, too.”

It still pains me that I didn’t know about her father when we were dating. Then again, until the Savage Knights, I wouldn’t have been able to do much on my own. Now, with the men at my back, I’m more powerful than Pratwick and the fucking cop could ever be. And when all is said and done, he’ll be begging for mercy. A gift that won’t be granted to the one who took my girl from me.

“Oh my gosh! There she is!” The smile on Chrissy’s face erases the dark cloud that had settled in the car. As soon as I park, she’s jumping out of the truck and charging for Jessica. The two of them collide, their smiles bright and their giggles filling the air.

I let the two girls have their time together and walk over to Rake. He and four of our other prospects are going to be guarding Jess, ensuring that Pratwick doesn’t try anything until we have him and the rest of his bottom dwellers dealt with.

“So that’s her?” Rake asks, looking over at the girls who are tearfully clinging to each other and deep in conversation.

“Yep. She’s the one. Your new ‘girlfriend,’” I tease.

He’s not going in as a bodyguard because that would send up too many red flags. The Savage Knights want to keep our involvement on the down-low, and given that Rake isn’t patched in yet, he won’t be recognized. Therefore, he’s playing the role of Jessica’s boyfriend. That’s another reason we’re sending in the prospects for this job. They’re still young and people won’t question the relationship. At least, not too much. Judging by the way Jess is dressed though, they may think she’s suddenly gotten a taste for a bad boy.

I bite back my chuckle as I see the expression on Rake’s face. He looks fit to be tied by his new assignment. He’s staring at the girl like she’s an alien, studying her species in horror. Honestly, if the guy was patched in, he’d never agree to this. Rake’s mom worked as a housekeeper for some rich asshole who ran the woman into the ground. Literally. So, Rake has no tolerance for rich folk who think their shit don’t stink. And unfortunately, until Jess graduates in two months, he’s going to be surrounded by them.

We want Jessica to finish up high school and have as little disruption to her life as possible. So, she’ll be staying at her house. With our guys guarding her, of course. She’ll continue all her activities as usual. And when she’s done with school, she’ll get to decide exactly what she wants for her future. There will be no forced arranged marriage. No forced anything. Her life will be her choosing. But I sure as hell hope that she chooses to stay close because my girl needs her sister.

“Fuck. Man, I swear. This better get me my damn patch. The girl looks like a spoiled brat. Just look at her. Bet her damn shoes cost more than my bike. And you didn’t mention she was a cheerleader. That means I have to go to her fucking games. Fuck.”

Yep. He’s not happy about his babysitting assignment. But I don’t give a rat’s ass. He’s my best prospect and the one I trust for the job. I know he’ll keep Jess safe, and that’s all I care about. My girl has lost so much. She’s not going to lose her sister too.

“Rake, you’ll be getting your damn patch no matter what. But you’re the only one I trust for this job. And don’t worry, my ass is probably going to have to attend the games too. Now that Chrissy has her sister back, she’s gonna want to be there for all of her moments. Fuck,” I echo his sentiment as I think about it.

He shakes his head, looking back over at the girls. “Yeah, well, at least your girl will give you a reward after the fact. I only get to watch mine cheer as other guys score.”

That wordmine, along with the way he’s now looking at Jess, has my hackles raised.

“You better keep it in your pants, Rake, or you’ll be dealing with me. I don’t want any slip ups. I need you alert and on guard at all times. Not thinking with your dick. That head between your legs won’t keep her protected. You got me?”

He flips me off. “Seriously, Shiv. You really think you gotta give me that warning? There’s not a chance in hell I’d go there with a girl like that. Don’t give a shit how beautiful she is. She’s been raised with a platinum spoon in that pretty little mouth, and I know exactly what girls like her are like. So, you don’t have to worry about a damn thing. I’ll keep her safe. And that’s all I’ll do.”

I nod, pleased with his answer, then I remind him of the details of his assignment one last time.

When Chrissy signals for me to come over, I go to the girls. My angel wraps her arms around my waist, tucking herself into me. It makes me feel wanted. Her love erases all the shit from my past and fills me with purpose. My family didn’t want me, but my girl is my family now, and she shows me every day how much she wants me in her life.

“Sean, I want you to meet my sister, Jess. Jess, this is Sean, who also goes by his club name Shiv.”

Jessica looks from me to her sister and back again before crossing her arms and narrowing her stare on me. “So, I take it you’re going to be my brother-in-law?”

“Damn straight,” I tip my head, amused by the little hellcat who reminds me of her sister.

“Just a warning.” She smiles. “If you hurt her, I will personally hunt you down. I have more than enough zeroes in my trust fund to pay for the job. And if you ever try to take her from me like our father did, I will destroy you. Got it?”

I bite down on my cheek, trying desperately not to chuckle. If it were anyone else, I’d be raising cane for being spoken to like that, but I’m not too bent because my girl is smiling. Plus, it warms me to know Jess cares about her sister as much as I do.

“Would never dream of it, Jessica. My main purpose in life is to make Chrissy’s dreams come true.”

Finally, it looks like I have her approval. Although, there’s still a bit of reluctance in her eyes. When all is said and done, Rake’s going to need a vacation. He’s gonna have his hands full with this one.

“Now that we’ve gotten the introductions out of the way.” I chuckle. “Did Chrissy fill you in on the plan?”

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