Page 137 of Unravelling The Beast

"I think you're right; you might have to stay here for a couple of days while I fix this shit."

I swiftly raise my head, worry written all over my face, and his eyes scan my features.

"Any problems, just call me, Wren. Don't ever leave me in the dark like that again."

He continues when I give a cautious, nervous nod.

"I'll have someone watching over you and Lily in the meantime."

"But, when will I see you again?"

As he responds, he sweeps his thumb along my bottom lip and studies the movement.

"I'll be in touch."

He leans forward and plants a firm kiss on my lips before getting out of bed.

"You're going now?"

His eyes meet mine as he pulls on his boxers and buckles the belt of his jeans.

"The sooner I fucking deal with this, the sooner I can have you home."

"But I'm worried, Arlo.What if he comes for me? What if he knows you've been here and that I've told you?"

He pulls his t-shirt over his head before responding.

"As soon as I leave here, I'll call someone I trust, and they'll be here within 10 fucking minutes."

I stare at him, panic gripping me, and he sits beside me on the bed.

"Listen to me; I've put not only your body, but undoubtedly your mind as well, through some tough shit since I've known you.You must remember that you are far more powerful than you think.”

My eyes search his, giving a little nod before he firmly holds my throat and looks at my lips.

He leans in, pressing his firmly against mine for a second, before resting his forehead on mine while he speaks.

"I'll call you."

He suddenly stands and walks out the door, leaving me speechless and I pull the duvet further up my naked body.

As I drive, I look down at my dashboard touch screen and go through my contacts until I come across Dominic, one of my trustworthy and ruthless men who I know can safeguard Wren.

When I press the call button, he responds quickly.

"Boss?"

"Dom, I need you to go to an address today and keep an eye on the house for me. The woman inside must be protected, and no one suspicious, especially my fucking father, can enter."

"Sure. Just text me the address."

"Before you go, I need you to call Mike and ask him to go to another address."

"All right, boss. Text them both through."

I hung up the phone and texted both addresses.

When I get home, I notice Cash waiting outside my front door, staring at me as I pull up. As I cut the engine and my doors lift, I jump out of my Lamborghini and storm up the pathway toward my house, locking eyes with him.

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