Page 10 of Devil's Valentine

We aren’t open super late, and the sun is still out, but my days are always very long because of how early I get in. Today was worse than other days because I struggled with going to sleep last night. I couldn’t stop thinking about Frenzy.

“Why are you leaving alone?”

The question is barked from behind me, and I whirl around so fast that I trip over my feet. I start to fall and put my hands out in front of me hoping that I can brace myself while knowing this is going to hurt like a fucking bitch.

Before I hit the ground, two strong arms wrap around me, and it feels like electricity shoots through my body. It’s a sensation that I’ve never felt before.

My eyes snap up and meet Dean’s dark gaze. I start to pant because I’m far too close to this man and he’s far too good looking. It’s almost painful to look at him, but I also can’t seem to look away.

The way he’s touching me is gentle, but there’s a firmness to his touch that makes me want to melt into a puddle of goo at his feet. Which wouldn’t be a good look.

“Wh-what are you doing here?” I stutter through the question, the words hushed as if speaking any louder would break the spell between us.

I certainly don’t want that. Being in his arms is a sensation I could easily get used to, but I know that it would be dangerous. Not only could I become addicted, but there’s no way this sexy biker is interested in anything more than keeping me safe.

His mouth twitches as if he’s trying not to smile and just that little movement transforms his face. Without thinking about it, I reach up and run my fingertip along where his brow is furrowed together.

“Can’t let you fall, Sugar,” he rumbles, and I feel the words just as much as hear them.

Frenzy settles me back on my feet before letting go of me, but his movements are slow as if he doesn’t really want to let me go. I’m sure that’s all in my head, though. I shake my head, trying to get my thoughts and the lust I feel being this close to this sexy as fuck biker under control.

My voice sounds steadier when I ask, again, “What are you doing here?” This time, Dean does smile, and my eyes widen. “Holy shit,” I mutter under my breath.

“Like what you see, Scarlett?” There’s a tease in his voice that has me scoffing. His smile doesn’t disappear, in fact, I think that it widens. “To answer your question,” he starts, “I’m here to make sure you get home okay and to let you know what the plan is to get better security installed at the bakery.”

I blink up at him, surprise filling my voice, “You were serious about that? About security and whatever for the bakery?”

He cups my cheek, and I have to lock my knees to stop myself from melting into him. “Of course, Scarlett. I’m going to do whatever is necessary to keep you safe. You being in danger and people trying to destroy someone you clearly care so much about is unacceptable. I won’t allow that shit to continue.”

“Woah,” I breathe out.

Dean smirks at me before he starts to lead me toward my car, his hand resting on the small of my back. The contact is both not enough and too fucking much. I can feel the heat from him seeping into me.

“You’ve been here all day, Sugar. We’re going to have a long talk about that too.”

I look up at him, my eyes going big and round with surprise. I scrunch my face up, “How do you even know that?”

“I’ve been watching you all day,” he tells me like him admitting such a thing wouldn’t be creepy.

Honestly, it’s not. Warmth spreads through me at the idea that he’s been keeping a watchful eye on me. I’m aware that’s probably not a normal reaction, but maybe that’s okay.

“You’ve been watching me all day?” I glance up at Frenzy to find him already watching me. We stop next to my car, and he reaches for the keys in my hand without looking away. I barely register when he opens the door. My voice is small, “You didn’t have anything better to do than watch over me?”

“There’s not a damn thing more important than making sure you’re safe. Whoever has been doing this might wait before fucking with you again, but I wasn’t going to risk it. I got with my brother, Hacker, and we’ve put together a plan.” He nods towardthe car. “Get in and I’ll follow you back to your place. I’ll fill you in on everything.”

I swallow hard because the thought of this man being in my home has chills running through me. It also has my panties getting wet. I’m so turned on, more so than I’ve ever been before.

How is it possible that this guy has this affect on me? I’ve dated, I’ve been in relationships, I’ve had sex. But there’s something about Frenzy…or Dean…that does something to me I don’t even know how to deal with.

I want him.

I want to climb him and wrap my body around him and cling to him like a koala.

I want to never let go.

I’m too stunned to argue as I slide into my car. I have a feeling that it wouldn’t do me any good to argue with him about what is about to happen anyway.

The entire time I drive toward my place, I’m very aware of the rumble of the bike behind me. I’m also very aware of the way my body is buzzing. It’s like I can still feel his touch on my back.

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