Page 35 of Flame's Fight

“Tanya said we can go to her facility this morning. She can fit me in before her other appointments.” Flame tells me.

I nod. “That’s good. The sooner you get started, the better. After breakfast?”

Ghost shakes his head. “No, we’re having Church first. Maybe after that.”

“Church?” Tanya asks.

“Club meeting.” I tell her. “They call it Church. Although I really don’t know why?” I turn to Flame.

“They’re mandatory, and you better have a damned good reason for missing one?” Ghost offers with a laugh,

“I always thought it was because riding is like a religious experience.” Flame muses.

CHAPTER TWENTY-ONE: FLAME

After we take our seats, Dante starts Church.

“Wanted to give everyone an update on that asshole, Tony Younger. The Coast Guard caught up to him. They confiscated his boat and turned him over to the SDPD.” Dante glances at me and I can read the look on his face. I won’t like what he has to say next. “He’s claiming Brooke seduced him and asked to go on a boat ride. That she freaked out, acted crazy, and fought with him. When he tried to push her off, she tripped and fell into the water.”

“Fucking bastard.” I growl, and Dante gives me a quick nod.

“Agreed. Luckily, we have the video from the hospital, and the dock has security as well. It’s clear that Brooke was not conscious when she left the hospital or when he carried her onto the boat. The cops have arrested him and are filing charges. Evie will keep us updated, as will Shield and Officer Wagstaffe. But Younger wasn’t the only threat to Brooke. We’re still on alert for Deion and his men. Brooke and Deion’s former girlfriend, Tanya Webster, are staying here at the club and are under our protection. I don’t think Deion will be stupid enough to go after Brooke, but he may still want to convince Tanya to go back to him.”

“Fuck that.” Ghost grumbles and Dante smirks.

“As you may have guessed, Ghost has taken charge of Tanya’s protection.” A few snicker as Dante continues. “He’ll be tasking the prospects to fill in when he’s unavailable. Flame, I assume you’ll do the same for Brooke?”

I nod.

“I know it’s hard to keep them protected considering their positions at the hospital. HIPAA makes it impossible for you to stay close. I’ve talked with the hospital administrator about beefing up their security. I never feel comfortable when Tally’s there.” Dante admits.

“We might have an alternative solution, although it will take time to implement.” Scar chimes in. “Caitlin said her father wants to move to San Diego. He’s talking about building a new medical group. One that will work closely with Crossroads. He wants to focus on helping women, especially victims. Give them a safe place.”

Dante’s eyebrows rise. “Really? Tally hasn’t mentioned it.”

“I don’t think he’s talked to her about it yet. I think he was trying the idea out on Caitlin to gauge her reaction before he approaches Tally.”

“What did Caitlin tell him?” I ask.

“That she loved the idea. When she mentioned it to me, she was giddy. She’s envisioning a facility where women can go in with confidence, knowing the staff is on their side. Caitlin’s heard that some healthcare professionals mistreat rape victims. They either doubt their claims or treat them like victims instead of people with feelings and pride. She also wants to give women in an abusive relationship a sanctuary from their abusers when they seek medical care.” Scar says. “I think she sees guards keeping the abusers out of the hospital until we can move them to Crossroads.”

“Is that what Dr. Chambers wants to provide?” Dante asks, and I can hear the skepticism in his tone.

Scar shrugs. “You know, Caitlin, she sees the best in him. She’s also committed to Crossroads, so her imagination is on overdrive as she thinks of ways to help these women and children. I think we need to talk to Chambers and get a better understanding of what he’s offering. We also need Tally involved.”

Dante nods. “It would be nice to have a medical facility where Tally can work, and maybe Brooke, if she’s interested. We’d handle the security. I like that idea. Where would this facility be? On the grounds of Crossroads?”

Scar shakes his head. “I don’t think so. Caitlin thinks it should be outside the walls, but nearby.”

“What about that place next door?” Smoke asks, looking at Grimm. “The one with the cameras we used to check for activity around Acid’s kid’s place when she went missing. Maestro’s dad was selling it.”

Grimm nods. “It’s in a suitable location. It’s near Crossroads, but not on the premises.”

“I’m taking Caitlin to look at the work we’ve completed on Crossroads.” Carver chimes in. “She could give her opinion on the place.”

“We have to talk with Chambers first.” Dante says.

“Why?” I ask.