Page 16 of Piper's Pyro

“You gonna claim her?”

“No.”

“Then why be with her? You’re just going to confuse her or break her heart.”

“We aren’t romantically involved. No hearts are on the line.”

I laughed. “You don’t know women at all, do you?”

“Guess not. I don’t know why I brought her with me. I’m no good for her, yet she insists on being here. She says she loves Montana. So I let her stay when I should cut her loose.”

“Well, don’t cut her loose until after you bring her to the farm. But I think you should at least discuss it with her first. She has a right to choose who she’s with.”

“She’s not with me. We’re friends.”

“Keep telling yourself that.” I heard it in his voice. He was in deep with Destiny. Perhaps they were good for each other. Or he’d break her heart. Or she’d break his. I rubbed my temple, feeling a headache coming on. “When can you be here?”

“Tomorrow afternoon, if that’s early enough for you?”

“It is.”

“I don’t like being in the dark. You better not be fucking with us.”

“I’m not. I’ll see you and Destiny tomorrow.”

“Yeah.” He ended the call, and damn, was I relieved.

I didn’t do well talking about relationships, not like my old man could. I was lucky as hell to have Karma at my side. She could figure everything out, and I never had to say a word. That was how well she knew me. Speaking of my gorgeous wife…

I got to my feet and headed home to her and our spunky daughter. A lot of shit could go wrong tomorrow when Bone and Destiny arrive. I needed to get in some good times with my girls in case the shit hits the fan tomorrow. There were too many possibilities with Forrest on the loose and Bone seeing Lady M.

I needed to be prepared for anything.

When can I get some peace and quiet around here?

6

Piper

My heart galloped against my ribs with anticipation. I still couldn’t believe the Flaming Triads were here and I’d get to meet them after the show. Being a biker princess definitely had its perks… Even if my position in my family made me frustrated and angry at times.

Civilians would never understand my plight as the youngest and only girl in an MC family.

Overall, I wouldn’t change a thing.

“Piper!”

I turned to the side and saw Emilee and Dodge heading my way. I slid out of the half-circle booth and wrapped my arms around my dearest friend. “Oh my gosh, I am so happy to see you, mama.”

“Me too! Danny made my year when he announced we were coming to the concert. Thank you, by the way, for twisting his arm.”

“I’d do anything for you, Em.” I pulled back and returned to my spot beside Mercy. “How’s it going, Dodge?”

“Good.” He kissed Emilee. “My eyes will never leave you,” he whispered, then left.

Emilee fanned her face. “Mr. Protective, you know.”

“I envy the love you two share.” Sort of envied. Em and Dodge were a little too sugary sweet for me. I needed something different, but those two were chef’s kiss perfection. “How’s my little man, Dante, and baby Demi? It feels like it’s been forever since I’ve seen them.”

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