Together Forever (11 page)

I give her a big hug. “I get it. But you know you could just be nice, at least, and who knows what may happen along the way. Friends is always a good place to start. Can’t ever have enough of them. Right?” She shrugs and nods at me.

We spend the next couple of hours talking about my book, Tuck and everything that has been going on. I can tell she really wants to let her guard down and get to know Tuck and see where it will go, but I know it’s gonna take a lot to do that. Her walls are up pretty high and won’t be broken easily.

The next day we don’t do much of anything. Nice for a change. I think everyone needs a relaxing day off from the fucked up mess going on in our lives. Tuck is playing tonight, at my bar, so we are going over there. I have my best booth reserved for us. The girls are taking forever to get ready but fuck that was worth the wait. Allie is dressed in a jean mini skirt with a purple halter top and fuck me high heel shoes. I want to rip it all off her and fuck her until morning.

Then Paxton walks in wearing a glittery silver halter top, showing her ample cleavage and a black mini skirt. Her silver sandals with very high heels make her long legs seem endless. Tuck’s in fucking trouble tonight. I called earlier and had my security team there beefed up. Ain’t anyone getting to my girl tonight if I have anything to do with it.

We had gone earlier today to get my girl a new phone. Tuck managed to grab her SIM card from her busted phone, so I am hoping that Detective Stiles can use any messages or try to trace where that fucker called from. Stiles had told Allie, when he stopped by to question her, if or when he calls again to try and keep him on the line for a few minutes. Like hell! I don’t want her to have to deal with him at all. If I am around her when he calls, I will deal with him myself. Fuck that shit! I’m having a fucking GPS put on her new fucking phone.

We get to the bar to find Jesse and Cassie already in the booth. Glad that Stella told them she would babysit the twins, so they could have a night out. The bar is already hopping. We get a lot of people that come from the surrounding towns, especially when Razers Edge plays. His band actually brings in our biggest crowds. We got here a little early so we would have time to talk before the band starts. Fuck, there ain’t no talking once they start because the girls screaming can make the sound barrier break. No lie! Of course, Tuck eats that shit right up.

I pull my girl close and nibble on her ear. “Shane!” She giggles. I can’t help it. I love her taste. I give her my eyes up and down her body, and she blushes. Fuck, yeah. Gonna be fun taking that outfit off her tonight. My cock’s already hard.

Cassie looks over at Paxton, smiles, then back to Jesse. “So, babe. You said that you have Tuck’s band lined up for a mega corporation charity in L.A. in a few weeks?” Jesse winks and nods. “Wow! How cool for them. Maybe it will be their big break.”

I see Paxton sit up straight, stirring her drink with the straw. She clears her throat. “Oh, are they that good? What corporation?”

Ah! I see what they’re doing. Maybe Paxton has the hots for Tuck after all. I know he’d give his right nut for a chance with her. This could be very interesting. Fuck, I’d tap that if I wasn’t spoken for. I lean over and kiss my girl’s head. Yeah, very spoken for.

Jesse leans over, putting his elbows on the table. “It’s your dad’s corporation, Pax.” She gasps. “Yeah, they’ll be playing at their charity in a few weeks. Gonna be big. Your dad told me you’d be going. Will be nice that Tuck will know someone there.” He sits back, pulls Cassie close and winks at Paxton.

I can’t help but chuckle. Good fucking set up. I watch her as she slowly sits back, the look of shock on her face. She gets her bitch composure back and sits up straight again.

“Well, we’ll see. I might have plans that night. I’m pretty busy,” she smirks. Now the whole table is laughing. “What the fuck?” Her eyes narrow. “Are you all trying to set me up? Fuck you.” She gets up from the table and heads toward the restrooms. That did it. Pissed her off. Damn. We were only trying to help.

Allie nudges my knee. “I’ll walk you, love. Come on.” I get up and hold out my hand for her to help her up. We walk to the bathroom, and I wait in the hall outside there. Not leaving her alone for a minute. They are in there for fucking forever! Women! Finally, the door opens and they both come out laughing. Laughing? Fuck, I’ll never understand women.

As we head back to the table I notice Tuck’s boys up on the stage getting things ready. Tuck usually comes in right before they start playing, making a fucking grand entrance.

“Pax, sorry, we didn’t mean anything by it,” Jesse says while reaching across Cassie and putting his hand on hers. “We just think Tuck’s a great guy and that you all would make a great couple, that’s all. We care about both of you.”

Paxton fidgets in her seat, looking pissed still. Then her smile opens up and she pats Jesse hands back. “You’re still a douche, Jesse. I was never mad. You know me. Shit, I don’t get mad that easily. And as for Tuck?” She cocks her head, an eyebrow raised. “You never know.”

Jesse sits back with a ‘Humph’. Well, I’ll be damned. She shut him up. Fuck. Hope Tuck has some luck with her, at some point. I have to agree with Jesse though. They are kinda made for each other.

All of a sudden the crowd roars as Tuck enters the stage. Fuck! It’s deafening. But hell, that’s why I book them here, we are standing room only now in the bar. A group of girls have made their way to the floor in front of the stage, arms out towards Tuck and screaming.

“Thanks for joining us at Barton’s bar tonight! We’re Razers Edge and we are here to rock you out!” Tuck screams into the mic. “You ready to ROCK?” More screaming ensues. I may have to get earplugs. Tuck leans forward hand on his ear, “I SAID, YOU READY TO ROCK?” More ear piercing screams. His drummer clicks a beginning beat, and they start playing.

“I love this song!” Allie screams. I get up to let her out of the booth as she nudges my shoulder. She takes Paxton’s hand and pulls her to the dance floor. I squirm a little in my seat. Fuck! Anything can happen in that crowd. I look over at Rock, our hulkiest bouncer and tilt my head towards Allie. He nods and walks to the area near where she is dancing. He crosses his arms and watches all around her. That’s my man! Nothing will happen to my girl on his watch. No. Fucking. Way.

After three songs the girls come back and slide into the booth. I look at Allie, all sweaty, and my cock twitches. I brush hair back from her forehead, tucking it behind her ear and pull her in for a kiss. “Mmmmm. You taste fucking delicious,” I coo in her ear. I lean back so she can take a drink and I look over at Bell, our waitress. I cock my head at our table and run my finger around the booth, telling her we need another round. She winks and saunters off towards the bar.

The band plays another eight songs and Tuck declares a break. The crowd all cheer’s and boo’s, most return to their seats while others stay dancing to the music from their playlist they run during breaks. I watch Tuck make his way through the group on the dance floor, stopping as girls kiss him on his cheek, grabbing his arm and fan girling him to death. Man, what a life he has made for himself. I’m fucking proud of him. I look over and see Paxton watching his every move until he gets close to the booth then she abruptly turns towards the table and takes a drink. Hmmm. I think she is a little hot over him. Interesting.

Tuck leans on the table, right in Paxton’s face. “So, your bitchiness. How’d you like the sounds? I saw you dancing, princess. You definitely were rockin’ out.” I have to stifle my laugh. Have to say he’s got guts. Stupid fucker. When will he ever learn?

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What an idiot! Seriously, he did not just say that to Pax. She pushes him out of her way. He almost loses his balance but catches himself from falling, and she marches to the bar. I look at Shane, who has a grin on his face. I can tell he’s trying not to laugh his ass off. I nudge him and he gets out of the booth and offers his hand to help me up. I kiss him quickly on the mouth and run after her. I catch up to her just as a shot is placed on the bar in front of her. She downs it quickly and taps the glass on the bar. “Wanna shot of Hot Damn?” I just nod. “Bartender, another one and one for my bestie,” she yells.

Two people leave their seats at the bar, so we sit and down our shots. “Whew! That’s good,” I say wiping my mouth with the back of my hand. “Pax—”

She raises a hand in front of my face. “Don’t. Just don’t. Fucking jerk.” Then she places that hand on my leg. “Then why am I so head over heels for him?” My mouth drops open in shock. What?

“What the fuck, Pax? I knew it! Oh. My. God! You have to tell him, or show him, or something!” I say excitedly. Wow! Who would have thought? They would be great together though. But, I don’t want to see her get hurt either. I know Tuck’s reputation. I might just have to have a little talk with him. I’ll kick his ass myself if he hurts her. Or Shane will, oh, my God. Shane. He’s gonna freak.

She orders us another shot, and we shoot them quickly. Shit! I’m getting tipsy already, and I think she is well on her way too. She looks at me and slurs, “Hold up, bestie. You know I don’t play that way. He’ll have to work for my attention or whatever.” Yep, she’s tipsy.

We head back over to the booth, arm in arm. Tuck gets up from where Paxton was sitting and holds his arm out to her seat. What a gentleman. My sexy man gets up and kisses me hungrily, then helps me into the booth. Sigh. I love my man.

Paxton moves over giving Tuck a soured look as he sits next to her. She keeps moving over until she is practically on top of Cassie. “I don’t bite, sugar. Unless you want me to,” Tuck says close to her face. She places her hand on his broad chest and pushes him back.

“Down, tiger,” she says with a smirk. “I don’t let wild animals in my arena.” She turns and sucks some of her drink down and looks at me with an eyebrow raised. I watch as Tuck leans into her ear and can barely make out what he is saying. But, I’m pretty good at lip reading.

“Don’t worry, sugar. I don’t let just anyone in my arena either, but I will definitely make an exception for you,” he whispers.

Oh, holy shit! He’s just asking for it now. Thank God his band is on the stage getting ready for the second set. He takes her hand, kisses the top and winks at her. She looks kind of in shock. Oh, if he only knew. He leaves us and heads towards the stage. I kick her underneath the table. “Ow!” She yells, coming out of her stupor. I can’t help but laugh.

We stay until the last set. Jesse and Cassie went home about an hour ago. Poor Cassie texted Stella about every few minutes checking on the twins. I knew it was going to be hard for her to be away from them for the first time. Paxton and I are both way too drunk and have been dancing all night. The band just announced the last song, a slow one. Shane takes me to the dance floor and pretty much holds me up.

“Love, you’re so fucking drunk,” he laughs in my ear as he holds me close. “But I’m glad you’re having fun.” He kisses the side of my head then lays his head against mine. My arms are around his neck, my fingers playing with his hair. Man, he’s making me horny. I rub my body against his. My boobs smashed against his chest. “Fuck, if you don’t stop I’m taking you right here.” He takes my face in his hands, kissing me deeply.

“Mmmmm, take me home, darling,” I say against his mouth. He didn’t need to be asked twice. He takes my hand and leads me to the booth. Pax is sitting there, her body swaying a bit. She looks up at me, and I can see her eyes are glazed over. I start giggling.

Shane kisses my forehead and whispers, “I’ll be right back.” He looks over at Pax and then back at me. “Need reinforcements,” he chuckles and heads towards the stage. I sit next to Pax, her head dropping on my shoulder. I laugh hysterically.

“Fuck, I’m dwunk,” she says to my arm. “Hawvnet been this dwunk in a wong time,” she slurs. I am dying laughing now.

I gasp as I am lifted into Shane’s strong arms. I watch Tuck lift up Pax by her hands and get her out of the booth. She looks at him, her body swaying, and she humphs at him. “Whatre you think you’re dwoing, tiger? Huh?” She says sternly. He quickly picks her up, her long hair whipping around them. She hits his chest while looking into his eyes. “Fuck, let me—” Her head hits his shoulder hard as she passes out. He looks our way and smirks.

They carry us to my SUV. I think Shane knew something like this might happen so that’s why he insisted he drive in my car instead of his truck. He places me in the passenger seat up front and fastens my seat belt. I cup his face as he is bent over me and smile. “I love you,” I tell him and kiss his cheek. I am rewarded with a kiss on my mouth. I smile.

Tuck puts Pax in the back seat and slides in next to her. He gets her securely seat belted in and fastens his own. When he puts his arm around her, she falls against him. So sweet. I hear Shane tell him he’ll take him to get his motorcycle in the morning and that he’s crashing at our place. He better not get any fucking ideas of messing with my bestie or I’ll sic my sexy man on him, damnit! My sexy man. I love that. I sigh.

Once we are home, Shane half carries me in the front door. We stand there while Tuck brings Pax in his arms. I start to say something to him, but Shane puts a finger on my mouth. “He’s cool, love. He won’t do anything but tuck her in. I promise.” I nod my head, or I think I nodded, not sure. Shane chuckles, picks me up, locks the door and takes me to our room.

He lays me on our bed and proceeds to undress me. I close my eyes and pass out.

I sit up with a jolt when I hear screaming. I grab my head with both hands. Oh, my head fucking hurts. There’s pounding going on behind my eyeballs. Ugh! I look at the clock to see its 9:00 in the morning.

Screaming erupts again from down the hall. I slap my hands over my ears. Oh. My. God. That’s Paxton! I get up so quickly that I have to stop, my body still feeling like its moving. An arm goes around me instantly and sets me back on the bed. “Whoa, love. You’re about to fall over. I’ll go see what the queen is yelling about,” Shane says quietly. I shake my head and start to stand again. His arms take mine and help pull me up. “You sure?” He asks. I squint and nod slowly.