Page 27 of The Married Alpha And His Arrow: Vol 1

The day passed quickly, and before I knew it, I needed to get ready to meet Reagan for dinner. I googled the restaurant she had texted me, and discovered it was an upscale restaurant. Thank god I kept a change of clothes in my work closet. My jeans weren’t going to cut it.

I quickly grabbed my dress out of the closet. I was about to put it on when a garment bag caught my eye. I saw the note and ripped it off.

Lex,

I saw this dress, and it screamed LEXI MUST OWN ME. I’m serious. It screamed at me. I know black’s your thing, but every girl needs to rock some red every once in a while. At least that’s what Torvi and Astrid say. Personally, black is not my thing :)

Haley

P.S. I gave you your black with the shoes :) because I love you so damn much.

I laughed because that was so Haley. I pulled the dress out of the garment bag running my hands over it. Haley was right, I loved this dress. It was a fitted scuba cocktail dress that had a plunging off the shoulder neckline.

I smiled, put it on, looked at myself in the full length mirror on the back of the closet door and nodded. I grabbed the black shoes and slipped them on, then laughed when I pulled out a tube of red lipstick in the bottom of the shoe. Haley just thought of everything. I flipped my head over a few times giving my hair that wild look. I put the lipstick on and did a three sixty turn. I looked good.

I smiled and walked out of my office. I called, “Ted, you should pack up and get on your date.” Ted was looking at his computer. He distractedly answered, “I texted him to pick me up in thirty minutes. I’m just wrapping this…” He trailed off when he looked up. He squealed, “HOLY SHIT! GIRL!! LOOK. AT. YOU.”

He made a twirling motion with his hands and I spun around. He slapped my ass and chuckled, “Sorry, I couldn’t resist. Your ass must be slapped in this dress, and HELLO boobs. Lexi has been hiding you from me. She should be ashamed she hid you and show you off more often. Aren’t you two just gorgeous? WHERE did this dress come from?”

I curtsied answering, “A Fairy Hackura Princess.” Ted fanned himself, “If I liked the female form, I’d do you girlfriend. You go get yourself laid in this dress girl. The dress demands sex. The hair, the lips, THE SHOES! They all demand sex. I better hear all about your hot sex after your girl time with the she wolf.”

I countered, “I think you’ll have to have the sex stories to share.” Ted smirked, “Girl, I have all the stories. He’s hung like a horse, he can be rough, then so tender. He’s the perfect dichotomy for TeleTed. He’s perfect.” I teasingly while somewhat seriously asked, “Are you guys going to make it through this date without tearing each other’s clothes off?” Ted smirked, “I make no promises.” I laughed, “Make sure you use me as your one phone call if you get arrested for indecent exposure.” Ted snorted, “Who else would I call? Tate’s out of town, and my mom would tan my hide.” Tate was his older brother.

I agreed, “True because your hunk of muscle wolf would be right beside you.” Ted smirked, “Go on and show the world how stunningly beautiful you are.” I laughed all the way to my car. I caught a faint scent of sandalwood, but I didn’t see anything around me. I was about to go check it out when my phone beeped, pulling me back to reality. It was Reagan letting me know she was already there. SHOOT!

I got in my car and drove to the restaurant. I was followed, but who cares. Nothing was going to happen here at dinner. I walked in and the hostess greeted me, “You must be Miss Scott.” I was surprised but answered, “I am.” The girl gestured around the stand, “Reagan said you’d be the stunning woman with black hair.” I was amused, “Well Reagan is very kind.”

I was led to a table where Reagan sat with the cutest little girl. She smiled brightly at me, and I smiled back. When I sat down, I realized no one else was in the restaurant. I asked, “Did we shut them down?” The little girl answered, “No silly! My daddy did! I’m his special Princess.” I asked, “What’s your name, special Princess?”

She happily told me, “Susie. Mommy surprised daddy with a date night, so he needed Reagan to watch me. He was going to cancel mom’s plans, but then my big brother said he’d shut down the restaurant so we could all come.” My eye’s widened in surprise, “Well, that sounds like a protective dad, and a good big brother. Albeit crazy to shut down his own business.” Reagan and Susie both laughed.

Reagan gathered herself, “You have no idea.” Susie chimed in, “Reagan had to flick Cameron on the nose because he wanted to be on guard outside.” Reagan groaned, “I love your brother, but he’s being crazy.” Susie giggled.

Reagan’s eyes narrowed, “You know! Oh my gosh! It’s all three of you in on this one!” Susie nodded, “It’s a secret project, project cookies.” Reagan covered her face and groaned, “Oh gosh.” I was lost so I asked, “What’s project cookies?” Susie smiled “It’s about the Princess.”

Ok, she knew Haley. I asked, “Princess Haley?” Susie shook her head, “No, another Princess. Every girl is a Princess.” I smiled, “Are they?” Susie nodded emphatically. She stated, “You are very pretty. Just like a Princess would be.”

I gestured towards my outfit, “My dress is actually courtesy of a Fairy Hackura Princess.” Susie clapped. I questioned, “Are you Cameron’s little sister?” Susie nodded. I smiled, “So your other brother owns this place?” Susie tapped my arm, “Chase owns lots of things and places. Which is good because he makes it so I can go out places.”

Now, I had an answer to a question I didn’t even have to ask. Chase was the other brother. He sounded hot. I asked, “Why couldn’t you go out to places without Chase owning them?” Susie sighed, “Daddy’s first wife died. He thinks it’s his fault so he’s overprotective of me.” I frowned, “My mom died when I was little. I have a protective big brother who feels he’s also my dad because our dad died too.” Susie smiled, “Big brothers are the bestest thing ever.” I agreed, “Yes, they are.”

We laughed all evening. Susie was the sweetest kid. She had to go to the restroom and a man appeared out of nowhere to escort her. Reagan lowered her voice, “Thanks for being cool about her being here.” I shrugged, “It’s no problem. She’s the sweetest little thing. I’d have brought my business partner, Ted, if he didn’t have a date tonight. He told me my outfit demands I get laid.”

We both stilled when we heard an angry growl from outside. I frowned, “Do you think something is wrong?” Reagan raised an eyebrow, “Something is absolutely going on, wrong though? No. I’m just not sure what exactly IS happening. By the way, those flowers you sent were quite kind, but to the wrong pack.”

I frowned asking, “So it was Chase? That’s what Susie said her other brother’s name was.” Reagan answered, “Yes, Chase is the oldest and it was him and his pack.” I nodded, “I’ll send him flowers tomorrow then.” God his name sounded sexier the second time it was said. Maybe Ted was right, I needed to get laid. I was practically getting wet over a man’s name. Why did Raphael have to go back home?

Susie came back to the table. She sat down and looked at me eagerly, “Can you come play with me at my house, Miss Lexi?” I agreed, “Sure! I’d love to come and play with you sometime. Are you coming to the party on Sunday that I’m planning with Reagan?” Susie looked down, “I don’t think daddy will let me come.” Reagan sighed, “We are trying to convince him.” Susie shrugged.

I felt compelled to lift her spirits, “Tell you what, if you can’t come I’ll sneak away with a special meal from my friend Sally. She’s a great cook. I can’t have you missing out on her food.” Susie brightened then faltered, “Wouldn’t you miss the party?” I shook my head saying, “No, I’m really fast.”

Susie squealed, “Are you a superhero?” I laughed wryly answering, “Not exactly.” Susie said, “I think you're a Princess superhero. Mommy says girls are just as strong as boys, and that we can do everything they can.” I agreed, “Your mom is right. Men and women each have their strengths. We need each other for balance. A helping hand is a very good thing. Your brother actually helped me out last night. I could’ve handled it, but he helped me and my friend.”

Susie brightened asking, “Chase?” I nodded, “Evidently it was him, his wolf is very handsome.” Susie giggled, “He’s big and black. He’s the biggest wolf in our pack.” I admitted, “He did look quite large.” We laughed and talked the rest of the meal. I really liked both of them.

Reagan said, “This was a lot of fun. I’m all for making Chase shut the restaurant down for a few hours so we can have girl time.” I waved my hand, “Let’s do it on a weekday then. I feel bad he lost out on Friday night revenue.”

Reagan smiled and was about to say something when a bunch of men in a black SUV pulled up. I immediately put Susie behind me. The wind blew and a familiar scent caught my attention. I wanted to groan. Why was the sandalwood smell stalking me? And why didn’t I have my bow? I was going to have Haley look into charming one super small so I could pull it out in moments like this.

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