Page 23 of Echoes of Obsession

As I leave the building, a huge weight is lifted off of my shoulders. The second I get home I flop down on the couch and pull up Ghost’s contact on my cell.

I don’t know how I’m ever going to repay you for this.

I don’t even have to ask who donated all of that money. There wasn’t even a doubt in my mind that it was the Obsidians.

Don’t expect you to, babe. See you tomorrow.

Tomorrow? Oh, the sleepover. Wait, is he going to be there, too?

“I need a nap, Sky,” I sigh. “Come snuggle with me. Up.”

With the security of Sky’s weight on my body, I quickly fall asleep.

***Ghost***

“Are you sure you don’t want me to stay instead?” Taylor asks.

Taylor has a hard time leaving Knox alone after what happened a few months ago. I can understand that, but something deep within my soul tells me that this is where I need to be.

“Knox will be fine,” I tease. “I will personally make sure he doesn’t run off and climb any trees.”

“Too soon, brother,” Taylor shakes his head. “I know you’ll keep him safe, but it doesn’t stop me from worrying.”

“I appreciate you running the Cage for me tonight,” I say. “If you have any issues, Venom will be downstairs getting things ready for the fights tomorrow. Also, keep an eye on the staff. See if anyone acts differently when I’m not in the building.”

“We’re going to find out who is stealing from you,” he tells me. “Knox and Hayes are working around the clock to figure this shit out.”

“From us, brother,” I remind him. “Someone is stealing from us. You and your crew are Obsidian’s now, remember?”

“Yeah,” he smiles. “Speaking of my crew, we’re thinking of hiring a few new bodies. Should I run my final picks by you beforehand?”

Taylor owns Obsidian Shield, a bodyguard company that mostly works for clubs and high-profile clientele in and around Harborbrook. Including my own club, the Cage, and the twin’s BDSM club, Obsidian Oasis.

Taylor, Hayes, Mitchell, Parker, and Reynolds all worked together for a few years before we met. They were a club known as the Sentinels MC but wanted to rid themselves of the club’s past. With a unanimous vote from both clubs, the Sentinels became Obsidians.

Our new brothers.

“I trust your judgment,” I tell him honestly.

“Mommy, they’re here.”

I smile at the excitement in Allie’s voice.

“I need to head out,” Taylor says. “I want to get there early enough to check in with Venom. I’ve already talked to King, and he’s going to be on watch duty outside for the night. There was no talking him out of it.”

“I expected nothing less from the man,” I admit. “Go and make us some money. Your Pup will be safe with us.”

With a reluctant sigh, he turns to leave. I don’t take it to heart that he’s struggling to leave Knox in my care. Knox has been through a lot of shit in the past two years, and I’m beyond happy that he’s found someone who cares so much for him.

“Well, hello there, Miss Allie. We’re very excited to spend the night with you.”

“I’m so excited, too. Daddy downloaded an app on my tablet that teaches me sign language. I’ve been practicing all week.”

“That’s wonderful,” Snow says, smiling as she praises my precious niece. “I can’t wait to see what you’ve learned.”

“Let’s go set up a sleeping area in the back corner near the TV,” Knox says. “That way, we can use the rest of the floor for dancing.”

My attention is pulled away from the group as my cell rings.

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