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“Never gonna happen.”
“I know. But yeah, give ‘em a call and plan something. We can host them at my clubhouse. There’s plenty of space. I know you guys are short on rooms here now that Rae’s moved in.”
The reminder of Rae douses some of my good mood, but I refuse to let it completely ruin my happiness. I love Rae and am here for her, but not at the expense of myself.
“I’ll give ‘em a call in the morning.” I thread my fingers through his hair and pull his head down, so my lips are inches from his. “But first, I believe you had something different in mind when you carried me in here.”
CHAPTER 24
SCREAMER
Doesn’t hurt to be prepared.
“Want me to come with?”
I slow my steps to respond to Poker. It’s been a week since Roxie invited her friends for a visit, and since they decided to make a road trip out of it, we don’t have an exact time for their arrival, which means I’m running around like a chicken with its head cut off to get ready.
“Nah, I’m good,” I tell him.
“Anything I can do here?”
I glance around to survey the clubhouse. “Maybe double-check that the spare rooms are ready.”
“Already done. Meri made sure before she left for her shift at the bar.”
“Awesome. Thanks.”
“No problem.”
Before he can slow me down further, I make my way outside and climb into my truck. I’d much rather ride my Harley, but kegs don’t fit on a bike. I’m almost to town when my cell rings. I answer it via the connected Bluetooth.
“Hey, sweetheart.”
“How’d you know it was me?” Roxie asks sweetly.
“Because it’s noon, which means you’re on your lunch break.”
“Right.”
“How’s your day going?”
“Good. I just got a text from Greg saying their ETA is five-thirty.”
“Damn, they’re making good time.”
“Sammie’s driving. She’s got a lead foot.”
I chuckle. “Well, I can’t wait to meet them.”
A shuffling noise comes through the line, and I wait while Roxie speaks to someone.
“I gotta go,” she says when she’s done. “I’ve got a walk-in.”
“Okay. Just make sure you eat at some point.”
“I will. Love you.”
She disconnects the call, giving me no chance to respond.
