Page 52 of Eagle

Rayne’s perfectly sculpted brows pinched. “Pushy? He mostly ignores them. Why, what did he do?”

I waved it off. “Nothing. Just seemed weird showing me around yesterday but I guess he was just throwing his weightaround.”

“Maybe. But all the bikers here are so serious all the time. They could use a good stick up their ass.”

I cocked my head. “You mean they act like they got a stick up their ass?”

“No, honey. If they had a good stick up their ass, they wouldn’t be so uptight. Look at me,” he said as he waved his hand down his front. “All smiles and light as a feather. I lift a lot though, so I can still hold my own with them. Gyms are great for picking up men.”

“You’re too much, Rayne.”

“Don’t I know it. If someone can’t handle me, they can go find less elsewhere. Anyway, hope you had a fun night. I need to go work on the set.”

“I did. Thanks for walking me out.”

He blew an air kiss then waved at the other girls and left. I got back to fixing my face and donning my outfit. Nothing from any specific fantasy–some very tiny shimmery shorts with a matching thong underneath, a pink halter with sequins, and a matching garter.

Mama Hen poked her head in and face lit up when she saw me. “Lacy, honey!” She came over and I stood up, already in my platforms, so I towered over her, and she squeezed me. “Sorry I missed you yesterday. How was your first day?”

My heart was swelling. It had only been a few days since I’d seen her, but she had become such a constant for me. I missed her almost as much as Daisy. “It went well, I think. You get a good day crowd.”

“Oh yeah. Location, location, location. And how are other things?” she asked, looking up at me through her lashes.

Grinning, I said, “Better, I think. Still a little shaky, but better. I miss you,” I crooned as I hugged her again. Squeezing my eyes shut, I fought back a little sob trying to escape. Seeing her just reminded me of the family I’d built at the clubhouse and I hadn’t seen or spoken to them in days.

“I miss you, too, sweet girl.” She patted my cheek and winked. “Hopefully he’ll get his head out of his ass and you’ll be back home where you belong soon.”

Home. Where I belonged. Clearing my throat to get the lump to move, I backed away and Mama Hen went and spoke to the other girls. I sat back down and dug my phone from my bag. I’d written Daisy’s number down and Jeannie had it saved. I hoped I could remember it.

I tapped the screen to open it and clicked the text app, staring at the place to enter a number. Typing different numbers a few times, I couldn’t remember them all in the right order. I didn’t want to accidentally text someone that wasn’t her. I was about to just give up, but then I decided to check something, just in case. Opening the contacts, there she was, along with him, Jeannie, Mama Hen, Falcon, and Hawk. He made sure I could reach my friends and those who could help me, besides him of course.

Me: Hey girl! It’s Lacy! I miss you!

Daisy: I miss you! Is this your phone? Saving it!

Me: Yes! Eagle gave it to me.

Daisy: Oh…should I stop being a raging bitch or are we still letting him suffer?

Me: You’ve been mean to him? I’m the one who left.

Daisy: Yeah because he’s an idiot.

Me: I love you so much lol But maybe cut him a little slack.He got on his knees…

Daisy: As he should. I don’t think I can forgive him until you come home.

There it was again. Was it my home? Everything was screaming yes, but I was trying to learn from past mistakes and take Mama Hen’s advice–know my worth.

Me: Maybe I’ll come by soon. But I’m going to stay with Jeannie a little while to be sure.

Daisy: Oh! I heard you got a job! How do you like it?

Me: I like it! Started on days which isn’t bad. In fact, I’m here now and need to stop chatting! Just wanted to say hey and let you know this is my number!

Daisy: Make that money, girl! And seriously COME SEE ME! Miss you!

Me: Miss you!

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