Page 32 of Raven's Daggers

Chapter twenty

Raven

Arriving back at my house, it looks like there’s a full on party. Naomi’s car is here and Luis’s bike is parked next to, what I assume, is Damien’s bike. I’ve never had this many vehicles at my house. Me and Reyes pull up and park our bikes in the garage next to the others since Naomi is parked right behind my car. Getting off the bikes, he walks over, interlocks his hand in mine, giving it a light squeeze as we walk towards the house.

Walking in the front door, the smell of food cooking hits me, and I groan.

“God, whatever they are cooking smells so good. I’m starving.”

“I told you we could cook too. We’re more than good dick and pretty faces.” He chuckles, causing me to roll my eyes. I’m beginning to think there isn’t much they can’t do. Walking into the kitchen, all eyes are on us. Naomi slaps her hand to her face and chuckles. Grabbing a towel and getting it wet, she saunters over and begins wiping what I can only assume is my mascara off my face.Whoops, totally forgot I probably look a hot mess.Shelaughs and I can’t help but to start along with her. Reyes walks over to the guys and starts helping where he can.

“These guys are definitely bringing out a side of you I have never seen. I think I love it. Watching you be so free.” She whispers. I feel like I can agree with that too, I haven’t felt this good… well, ever.

“I feel free. Hell, I’m honestly surprised I feel anything.” I whisper back, trying not to let the guys in on our conversation. Pulling me in for a hug, I wrap my arms around her and hug her back.

“I love you bitch! Just know that this is what I have always wanted. To see you happy.” She replies, tears forming in her eyes.

“Nope, none of that. I want you to be happy too, babe. We both deserve it.” I quip and she nods. Pulling away from each other, I look around at everyone and for once, my heart feels full.

“Okay fuckers, what can I help with?” I sass, making them all turn and look at me with a cocky grin.

“Nothing, Bella Ragazza, you and Naomi just sit, we're almost done here.” Luis replies, turning back around so they can finish. Sitting down at the bar Naomi looks at me.

“So what are we going to do for your birthday this year?” She questions and I just shrug. I am not a fan of parties, and not big on surprises either. Somehow every year though, she goes all out. Damien brings us over a plate and sets one down in front of each of us, we both thank him.

“What is this exactly? It smells so good.” I look up at him.

“It’s called chicken piccata. Take a bite and tell me what you think.” He states, nodding towards my fork. Cutting a piece and taking a bite, the flavor hits my tongue. It’s like nothing I have had before.

“Holy fuck you guys, this is really good.” He smiles and walks over to get his own plate, all three of them coming over to eat with us.

“So your birthday’s coming up, huh? When is it exactly, Bella?” Luis questions with a raised brow.Jesus, not them too. Naomi and her big mouth.

Rolling my eyes I mumble under my breath, “October 30th.” Hoping it’s low enough they don’t hear. All it does is cause them to chuckle. Looking at Naomi, they all raise a brow. Damien pins her with his normal glare. Looking over at me, she side-eyes me before looking back to them.

“Ugh, y’all are the worst. Always coming to me and tag teaming for answers because you know she won’t tell you. Just FYI-she hates her birthday and any party I try to throw, so fair warning.” She rushes out, throwing her hands up in surrender. “It’s October 30th.” She hurries and shoves food in her mouth, looking at me and shrugging.Blabber-mouth.

“Oh, so that’s coming up quick huh? That’s in like a week or so.” Reyes states rather than asking. Rolling my eyes, I just hum in response, put my head down and finish my food. Naomi's phone begins to ring. Getting up, she holds up her finger and walks to the garage. Reyes pins me with a heated stare, and the memory of earlier causes me to rub my legs together. The ache he left me with has only intensified. Damien notices our stolen glance and looks between the two of us.

“You okay there, Angel?” He chuckles sinisterly.

“Sure am. Perfect.” I sass back.

Reyes pulls his phone out and types something, then puts it back in his pocket with his panty dropping grin on show. My phone vibrates in my pocket a second later and I shoot him a glare while pulling it out.

Reyes- Don’t forget Baby Girl, you can’t relieve that ache between those sexy legs till one of my brothers relieves it for you. ??

Rolling my eyes, I huff as I shove my phone back in my pocket. Naomi walks back in and concern is written all over her face.

“What’s wrong babe? Who called?” Walking up to hershe looks at me, then over my shoulder at the guys.

“It was Eddie. Him and Zeke have been looking into some things ever since you told us about the guy at the club. They are still looking for him, but haven’t seen him since you were there last.” She huffs out. “I don’t know, something just feels off. Have you gotten any more messages from that unknown number?” She questions and once again, all eyes are on me.

“No, I haven't gotten any new texts.” I rasp out. That seems to wash some of the concern off her face, but there’s still something she’s not telling me.

Rubbing my hands down my face, I let out a loud sigh.Why me? Why does shit always happen to me?!

“I’m sorry babe, we will figure all this shit out. Whoever it is, we will catch them slacking.” Naomi reassures me.

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