Beginning of the Reckoning (Feral Steel MC Book 3) by Vera Quinn, Darlene Tallman (5)

Chapter 29

Chief

“Dad what is that asshole doing? Callie will get no respect from anyone in that club if Devil does not claim her as his ol’ lady. You know it, and I know it. Hell, everyone knows it. He is not ruining my sister that way.” Ty is still outraged and I know how he feels and he is absolutely right.

“Chief I tried to tell him this might be a good thing, but he won’t listen. He is too damn hot headed. just like you were at his age.” Driller may have figured it out just like I have. My brother does think like me.

“Ty I understand your point. I hope your sister understands her actions and the consequences. From what she has said about the ol’ lady part, I’m thinking she does. She’s playing it close to the vest though. Mason has really fucked her head up. I can’t change her mind, but don’t press the ol’ lady issue anymore. Marriage is a legal thing. Ol’ lady is forever or until Devil gets shut of her. We can get rid of legal without bloodshed. Are you following me? Trust your sister but keep a watchful eye and keep your ears open.” I see Zman has joined us and he is shaking his head yes in agreement. Driller I know understands, but Ty is hot headed and I know he comes by it honestly, still, he needs to watch himself.

“Ok dad, but he better not hurt Callie. I am going to watch him. I will try to talk to her and see if I can get a feel for where her head is,” If anyone can get anything out of Callie, it is Ty. At one time they were more like twins and shared everything. I hope she will open up to him.

“This is going to be how it is. We watch. We listen and we keep an eye on the Steel’s while they are here. Zman, put some feelers out and see if you come up with anything. I want to know if there has been any kind of trouble for the Feral Steel MC lately. I want financials and everything. Ask who they’ve been talking to. See if we can get something on Devil’s phone or Steel’s. I don’t care how small it is, I want to know it, down to the kind of toilet paper they wipe their ass’s with. Reach out to everyone we can. We have less than a week to stop this wedding, if we can. If there’s nothing, then so be it. Get everyone on it.” I won’t leave a rock unturned if it will help my baby girl.

“Ty, I want to know if and when Mason is back in the states. He and I will be having a serious talk. I warned him not to hurt Callie. Now he will learn what happens when you hurt one of ours.” I always liked that boy but now he can take his ass whipping like a man.

“Yes, sir. I will get in touch with everyone I know. I know Cru London was home. I will reach out to him to see if he knows when Mason will be home.” “Do you think he has something else going on Chief?” Driller asked but they all want to know my suspicions.

“I really don’t know but it seems kind of funny that all of sudden Steel’s boy wants Callie as a wife. He never showed any interest before and I’ve known Steel over twenty years. I don’t believe in coincidence. Get your ears to the ground. Enough talk and let’s get a drink.” I damn sure need one. As soon as I get to the bar I see Cutter and Hammer making their way over to me. They haven’t said much since we have been on lockdown. Keeping quiet isn’t their usual, so I know something is up. “Where have you two been? I haven’t seen much of you since we went on lockdown. Everyone else has been up my ass, what’s up?” They look at each other and then Cutter finally speaks up, “I heard through a contact of mine that those shooters the other night were part of the Rebellions 4 Blood MC. They are from South Texas close to the border, but have been trying to move in this direction. Their President is Diamondback and he is one mean son of a bitch. No one has anything good to say about him.” Then Cutter looks at Hammer and looks like he has more to say, but doesn’t.

“Damn Cutter, Chief, the word is that it was about Callie. Diamondback’s real,” I know what he is going to say and I cut him off.

“Church now!” I get up and make my way to Zman. “Put someone on Callie now. Be sure her windows are secure and get anything away from them. I want blackout curtains on her windows. She leaves here for nothing. Put a patched member outside her door because I want you in church, then you and Ty will be on her until Devil is back. Tell whoever goes up there to let her, never mind. I’ll be in church in a minute. Get someone up there.” I have to keep my baby girl safe. She thinks she has had to deal with the Devil the last few days, but Devil is nowhere near like Diamondback. Hopefully she will never know that. She can never know that, or she will know what I have hidden from her. What I was sworn to hide from her. What Tommy hid from Callie.
Callie

I hear a knock on my door. I figured it was Devil returning, but I was thinking that was fast. Then the knocking was more persistent and I knew it was dad. I open the door, but dad was not here to see me by the look on his face. Chief, President of the BlackPath MC was here to talk to me, and it was serious.

“I have not done anything after I helped with lunch, but come to my room. Do they need my help with something?” I asked trying to head off anything he thinks I might have done. He looks pissed but also worried.

“Some guys are going to come up and put blackout curtains up in your room. They will also be taking anything away from your window. So if you hear any noise that will be what it is. Stay out of the window. You will be going nowhere unless Zman, Ty, or I am with you. Are we clear? Stay in your room as much as possible, or the front room by the bar. Someone knows where you are at all times. Are you clear with my orders? Callie Cheyenne Monroe Black, I mean to the letter orders?” I’ve never seen my dad this way before. It has put me on high alert. He’s almost frantic.

“Yes sir. Stay away from window, someone with me constantly, someone knows where I am at all times, stay in my room or front room and follow these orders to the letter. Did I get it all?” I try to pay attention to detail. I’m curious what has gotten him so worked up but I don’t want to make him worry more. “What about Devil?” I have to ask.

“As soon as he gets back I will send him up. Everything is fine, I’m just takin g extra precautions. I want you to listen to me carefully Callie. Give me your word.” My dad is on edge and I won’t put any more on him.

“I give you my word dad. If Devil wants me to go somewhere I will tell him to talk to you, but he won’t like it.” Devil is too much like my dad. I know this won’t set well with him.

“I’ll tell him before he ever gets to you and he will understand so don’t worry. What do you want for dinner and I’ll have one of the guys go out and get it? I’ll get enough for you and Devil both.” I think and then I knew, it’s what most men like.

“Steak and potatoes. Mine medium rare, please. You’ll have to guess his or text him. I want a baked potato loaded, please, and a roll. Salad too, ranch on the side. Is that too picky?” my dad gives me a funny look.

“You are never too picky. You hardly ever ask for anything. You know what you like and that is good. Baby girl, you are the least complicated female I have ever known, and that includes my mom. You know how I loved your grandma. Someone will be outside your door. You’re safe, I am just taking extra security steps. Relax.” He comes over beside me and gives me an extra tight hug. “Are you sure about everything that happened today? You can talk to me.” My dad wants me to tell him things I can’t tell him. Things I don’t know myself.

“Dad, I am sure. I will be fine. I can handle this, and we will finally put this to rest. Maybe Tommy can rest in peace. I know you’re worried about something. You repeated yourself. You only repeat yourself when you are worried to the max. I will not give you anything else to worry about. I promise you this.” Dad knows when I give my word I would rather cut my arm off than go back on it.

“Ok. I have church. You stay put.” With that he turns to leave. That man is goin g to have a heart attack from worry. I think he is going out the door, but he comes back to me in a rush and gathers me in his arms like he used to when I was little. “I love you baby girl. You are my world. You, Ty, and my club. Please listen to me.” With that he kisses me on top of my head. He’s breaking my heart. “Daddy I love you and I promise I will follow your instructions. You have my word.” I don’t know what is bothering my dad, but it is big and it is bad.
Devil

We made it to the motel and I decide to take a quick shower and get cleaned up. As I am getting out of the shower, I hear my phone ringing. I grab a towel and step out to answer it but as soon as I hear the voice on the other end, I wished I had missed the call. This man’s voice grated on my last nerve and if I could get my hands on his neck I would end him. I would put him to ground and no one would ever be able to identify his body.

“What the hell do you want? I told you I would contact you when everything was set. I can’t work miracles.” I am tired of this man yanking my chain.

“Listen to me and listen good, you are not working fast enough. Get it done and get it done now. You got my message Friday night. If that isn’t clear enough, I can make it closer, or maybe you had rather me send one of her fingers for every day you drag your feet. Or maybe I can have a little bit of fun with her. Then she’ll know what it is like to have a real man.” I can tell the man is baiting me but I can’t take that chance. I have to make sure she is ok.

“I am going to be back in Oklahoma the day after tomorrow to take care of business. I have everything taken care of here and I will leave tomorrow. I will see you then. Can I talk to her?” I know I am pressing my luck, but I have to try. This man is pure evil and I would like nothing more than to be done with him, but he still has something I need.

“Good try. When our deal is done. Devil don’t fuck with me or I will keep my word. Don’t doubt me for a second.” Then the line goes dead. I check the caller ID and it is a blocked call. I need to get this done here and get back home to take care of business. I don’t know how this man ever found me, but if I ever find out, it will not be good for whoever sent him my way. I need to get back to the BlackPath clubhouse. I don’t like staying in someone else’s house but Callie is safer there and that is important with everything I have going on. No need to put my new fiancée in unneeded danger. If anything happened to her I would never forgive myself. I pack away my stuff in my bag and head out to dad’s room to update him on my call. Then I can get back to Callie.
Callie

Things have been busy in my room since dad left. Some of the guys came in and put some of the heavy blackout curtains up, then I heard them trimming the tree outside my window. Looks kinda funny now. They should have just cut it down, but they cut all the limbs down instead. Nothing touches the outside of my window now. I didn’t look out like dad asked, Ty told me. Zman is outside my door and Ty came in talking to me earlier. I had nothing to tell him. They just don’t get my decision. They would do the same thing, but don’t think I should. I finally turned my phone back on and my voice mail was full. Hanna, Sarah, and Fe had all checked in with me. Worried. Mason had left messages. I didn’t listen to them. I erased them. Cru London and Jeb both left messages, too. Erased those, as well. I had endless texts and deleted them all without reading them. I deleted all my social media accounts. I didn’t even check them. I’ll redo them later. They are too tempting to look at right now. I hear a knock at the door and I feel the nervousness in my stomach. I know it has to be Devil. I open the door and there stands Zman and Devil glaring at each other. I open the door wider so Devil can get in. Ty is coming up the stairs with our dinner bags. I hold the door open for them both. Devil goes in and drops his bag at the end of my bed and Ty puts the food on my night stand.

“Zman will be here most of the night and I will be here the rest of the night. Right outside your door. Callie if you need anything at all say so. We will hear anything going on in here.” Ty really doesn’t like Devil and he is letting it be known.

“Everything will be fine Ty. Thank you for the food. Don’t come back in. We need time. Please, Ty.” He nods his head and leaves out the door reluctantly. I know this is hard for him too, but everyone is going to have to get used to it.

“Your brother is protective of you. So you’re close? My brother and I are close, but my sister is not as close as she used to be to the family. She let a boyfriend get in the way of family. Keifer is my older brother, and Kimberly our younger sister. In fact, she is only twenty-one. My mom and Keifer will be here tomorrow to meet you. Keifer will be bringing his wife, Kizzy.” Devil is giving me information and I don’t know what to think of it. The men I know play everything close to the vest and only give information that has to be given. Maybe he really wants us to get to know each other. I won’t let my guard down yet.

“Are you and your mom close? People say you can tell how a man treats women he cares about by the way they treat their mom,” don’t know why that came out of my mouth. Just popped into my head. That’s not me. Devil is having a weird effect on me. Get it together Callie or he is going to think you are an empty headed bimbo. “I hope it’s not too much trouble for them.” Devil is looking at me like he is trying to figure me out. Guess my offhand comment threw him, too. “Dad sent out for a steak and the fixings. I hope you like it. Did dad text you to see how you like your steak?” I know dad probably didn’t but at least it keeps me talking.

“Callie am I making you nervous? Don’t be. We are just talking. Your dad didn’t text but I like any kind of steak and I am starving. Where do you want to sit? Bed or floor? I want you comfortable.” For some reason I feel relief, but I have to watch myself around this man. I find him very attractive and that is distracting. I need all my senses when I am dealing with him. I need to remember everything he says to see if he slips up and gives me any hints what he is really after. Dad thinks I am blinded by my need for revenge, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. The only way to get the information I want though is to go along and pay attention. I move across the room and get out silverware I keep in my room for when I eat in here.

“What would you like to drink? I have a soft drink, water, and I brought up a six pack of beer up for you.” I figured he would be ready for a drink when he got back, so I asked dad if I could bring some up.

“Beer will be fine. That was nice of you.” Devil acts like I wouldn’t be nice to him. We really need to break the ice and get everything straight. I would do this for anyone. I get the beer and then grab some napkins, “The bed is fine. The floor would be uncomfortable. I haven’t thought to find me a table for in here. Really, I’ve never needed one. I usually eat downstairs and we haven’t had too many lockdowns lately.” Devil takes the beer I hand him and I give him his food. Then I set mine on the nightstand and cut my steak into bite size pieces. I look at Devil and he is having a heck of a time trying to cut his steak and hold the food tray. So I reach over to get it and our hands touch for a single second. I have to look at him because for some reason it felt like something more than a casual touch. I glanced at him but then shoot my eyes to his food. “Would you like me to cut that up over here? It will be easier or I can move if you want me to and you can do it. I’m just used to being in here with my friends and I do everything for them.” I don’t know why I am explaining something so innocent and bumbling through it. This man unnerves me. I’ve been around a lot of handsome men, going through my dad’s club, and others I’ve met, but never has one made me so nervous to where I can’t even talk correctly. Stop Callie, in less than a week you are going to be married to this man. I keep telling myself this, but it doesn’t seem real.

“You can do it. I don’t mind.” Devil tells me. I hope I didn’t spaz out for too long. I cut his steak and hand it back to him. “Thank you Callie.” He talks softly when we are alone. It’s strange hearing a big strong biker talk so softly.

“I hope you like steak. Dad asked what I wanted to eat and I figured I couldn’t go wrong with steak and potatoes. Is yours cooked ok? I didn’t know what you liked.” I guess I need to know what he likes to eat and how he likes it. I will have to cook for him someday. Maybe I shouldn’t let on I can cook. See how long it takes him to ask. I guess that would be kinda mean.

“Steak and potatoes are my favorite, but I like a little of everything as long as you don’t include liver. That’s one thing I won’t eat. Medium rare is the way I like mine cooked, as I can see you do, too. We could have eaten what you like. What’s your favorite?” He looks like he might be interested but more than likely just asking because I did.

“I was brought up in a house with a lot of males in it so I like steak and potatoes, but my favorite is shrimp scampi. I also like fresh steamed vegetables. I’m not real picky but I have to agree, I can’t even stand the smell of liver.” At least we have one thing in common. Not that a lot of people don’t dislike liver like some people dislike meat all together.

“What are you studying in school? What are your hobbies?” These are easy questions for me to answer. Guess he’ll save the harder ones for later.

“I want to major in business. I have money for college at UT and I have scholarships. My hobbies are swimming, most of my summer is spent in the water at the lake. I also build race cars and I have raced some at the strip. I read a lot. That’s about it. I like any kind of sports. I played basketball, volleyball, and ran track in school. What about you? Do you have any hobbies?”, maybe it will give me some insight into this man.

“No hobbies really. I work on cars and bikes, but I do it for work and to keep things running. I have my club. That keeps me busy. No hobbies really.” Nothing I didn’t know. Well I guess if I want to know more about him I will just have to ask the hard questions.

“Have you ever been in love? Is there someone you had rather be with and I’m just a runnerup?”, he looks at me strangely and then starts to answer but stops. He puts his fork down and turns back to me and he’s looking at my face but not in my eyes. I know before he ever says anything else that what he is going to tell me is either a lie or a half lie. He loves someone, I can see it, but he’s not going to tell me. He thinks I am a naïve girl and don’t understand wanting something you can’t have. I now have discovered his lie face. Very important to store in my head.

“I loved somebody once, but they were taken away from me. That’s how I know our arrangement is better than love.” He won’t look me in the eye. I would say halftruth. “Stronger and maybe someday it will be love” that is a full out lie. I have learned a very important lesson. Don’t trust Devil. I only wished I could have read Mason this easily. I guess at one time I could but with the distance between us, it somehow didn’t matter. I just wanted to cling to him when he was with me. I always felt like I was lucky to have someone as good as Mason love me, even though I had been tainted since before my birth. The people I came from were bad, therefore I was the poisoned fruit.

“Hey, where did you go? You look a million miles away. Something wrong?” He asks if something is wrong. Well no, you just told me a bold face lie.

“No. Everything is fine. I guess I’m just tired. Been a long few days. My whole life has changed in a matter of fortyeight hours. A little overwhelming.” I can lie with the best of them. I guess mine really isn’t much of a lie. I’m not hungry anymore so I close my food back up, I notice Devil has finished his. “Are you still hungry? I have a lot of mine left if you are. I mean Ty finishes mine sometimes. I’m not trying to be rude or give you my leftovers, but if you want and your still hungry I don’t mind.” How could I ask him that? I am too used to being with my dad and Ty. Even Fe finishes my food sometimes.

“I know what you mean. I have a sister and mom, too. They eat like mice and we share. Most families do. We are going to share a last name soon. If you’re sure you’re not going to finish, I could eat it.” He waits for my answer but I am already handing it to him.

“Wow, our first shared meal and you already finish my plate just like at home.” I smile at him and watch him enjoy the rest of my meal.

“You got quiet after I answered your question earlier, why?” Guess I can’t av oid this answer anymore. If I want him to be honest with me, I guess I have to call him on it. He may not like it but he is asking. He could have let it go.

“Well, you’re probably not going to like what I have to say, but if you want an answer I will give you the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth as they say in court. Be very sure you can handle it.” This is where I look at him closely. I am trying to remember his expression. He waits for me to begin but I wait for his response. “Are you going to tell me or make me guess?” He is not liking me not just giving it to him. Apparently Devil has no patience.

“Answer first. Can you handle it? Will you give me the honesty you are asking for?” he looks puzzled.

“I can handle whatever you throw at me and I will be honest.” He is getting pissed by my behavior. He’s clenching his jaw and his hairline is creasing and he can’t quite look me in the eye.

“Ok then. You’re getting anxious and you haven’t been entirely truthful with me and we can do this any way you want.” He puts his hand up and starts to interrupt but I stop him. “Just listen for a minute, please. I know when I asked you about loving somebody you did not tell me the truth or maybe it wasn’t the whole truth. I also know when you said this between us may lead to love, it was total bullshit. And yes, I am calling bullshit. Do I need to buy me a bullshit flag so every time you lie to me, and I can tell, I throw it? Never mind, anyway… I’m pretty good at telling when people lie to me. Some anyway. I know I haven’t known you long, but you have some very distinct tell signs. I’m very good at poker and I would say you aren’t. I don’t know why you lied or exactly what it was but you did. All I’m saying is if you don’t want me to lie to you like I did earlier, then don’t lie to me. If you do, then I will lie to you and there goes a third of what you promised me truth, loyalty and commitment. If I can’t trust you with truth, then why would I trust the other two? You choose if we go forward or you go home. Ok, I’m done. Your turn.” I finally got it all out and I finally get the nerve to look at his face and he has a grin on it. Not what I expected. At least he doesn’t seem too mad, but who can tell with a man?

“I am not used to being called a liar to my face by anyone. Usually by now they would find themselves face down in the dirt. I have underestimated you. Our intel guy did not do you justice. I did not tell you the complete truth, but I didn’t want to have to explain myself and some of it is painful. I don’t tell anyone my personal business. I trust very few people. I don’t know where we will go but I do need to be more honest with you. I will work on that. I want this arrangement to work. I am very attracted to you, but you’re beautiful so who wouldn’t be? You are everything I need in a wife. You know club life, you understand it and you fit in perfectly. I will work on being more honest with you. You are mine now and no one will stop us from being together and it will be in your best interest not to lie to me if you want me share with you.” He looks so confident. I know if I decided not to do this my family would back me, but I agreed and I won’t go back on my word.

“Look Devil, I understand what you’re saying and I know if I wanted out of this I could get out of it. I will go forward, but you have to give me what you promised. Truth is very important to me. Deal breaker actually. Honesty, loyalty, and commitment. The three you promised and then I marry you, if not I walk. So let’s get through this next week and get to know each other. Deal?” I have to have him say it or I won’t believe it. These are all the things I need to feel secure and to find my happiness.

“You drive a hard bargain, but I agree. It’s the only way we will last. I will give you as much honesty as I can. Some things have to do with club business and I can’t share. You should understand that.” He looks relaxed and none of his tell signs are showing so I have no other choice but to trust him because I have nothing to call him on. I don’t know how his club could have anything to do with him loving someone but I will have to accept it for now. I look at him and he is so sexy and his green eyes almost hypnotize me. They are so vivid. I feel so drawn to him. What is it about this man that I know very little about? Is it the mystique of it and all? All I know is I have an overwhelming urge to kiss him and it makes no sense to me, at all. I edge closer to him a little at a time. Trying not to seem too forward, but the draw to get closer is calling me. He finishes his food and puts the container on my night stand. I reach over to put the food trays in my trash and he takes my arm and pulls me to him, but I so want to be there. He takes me in his arms in a comforting way but his touch on my arm is like an electric current flowing through my body. My senses have come alive. His smell makes me want to nuzzle him. It is a soft fragrance of some kind of cologne and body soap mixed with his own essence. It is the most powerful smell I have ever encountered. I feel myself wanting to get closer. He seems surprised by my willingness to stay in his arms and not trying to fight him. I feel completely bewitched by his aroma and his powerful arms and how they make me feel safe. Then he turns his head, and lowers his mouth to mine. At first it is slow and sweet, but then he runs his tongue over my lips and I open for him and he completely takes over. Our tongues entwine and I feel myself getting wet from just this kiss. He has overtaken me with this powerful kiss. I feel one of his hands run down my back and the other is on my hip and he is positioning us on the bed so we can lie back. His hand has run from my hip up and under my shirt and I can feel heat move over my body. My breath and his are coming in short pants and I hear a moan come from me. It shocks me that I have had such a reaction from just a kiss. I grab his hand and pull it from under my shirt. “Ok, I need a breather and we need to slow down.” I try to straighten my shirt down and move away but Devil is having none of it.

“We can take a breather, but we aren’t going anywhere. Just calm down. Everything is fine. You said slow down, and I am.” I look at Devil and he looks fine. I’m the one having problems.

“I am going to be sleeping here with you tonight, so jus t breathe and you will be fine. You already said no sex before marriage, and I respect that. I am just trying to get you used to me, baby. We will be getting used to each other and we can go at your pace. I’ve never forced myself on anyone and I’m not going to start now, so breathe, and relax.” That’s easy for him to say, he is still breathing normally. The palm of my hands are clammy and my heart is beating ninety to nothing. Mason and I have made out before, but this kiss was so different. I feel guilty and I don’t know why. Mason is the only other guy I have kissed. I try to calm myself a little and get myself back in check. Devil is looking close in my eyes and it seems like he is looking for all my inner secrets. Secrets I never give away, but it is like he is demanding them with just a look. “Are you better now?” He asks as he puts his hand right under my shirt on my stomach. At least now I have calmed down I can breathe some. “I’m good. I’ve never been kissed like that before.” He grins and I see the dimple I never noticed before. Devil really is the most handsome man I think I have ever met before. Not telling him that though, his head is big enough.

“Your boyfriend never kissed you like that before? Pity. He missed out on a lot. You’re very good at kissing like that.” I don’t know how to take that. I feel like he is putting Mason down. I don’t like it. The part of me that still loves Mason takes offense, very much so.

“Mason respected me and he was determined we would wait until I was eighteen so we didn’t tempt each other needlessly. My dad would have killed him.” I feel better after I get out what was holding inside.

“And we see how that worked out. He made a fool out of you and used some other woman. Not that I don’t feel for the guy waiting that long, but it only hurt everyone concerned.” Devil is really beginning to piss me off so I sit up and try to put distance between us.

“Are you intentionally being an ass, or do you do it without knowing? I mean really. I have feelings here and you are going to see me turn into a raving idiot if you keep spewing that crap. Just shut the hell up! You know nothing about what you’re talking about so shut it!” I am beyond livid by now, and the more I talk the madder I get. I am seriously considering throwing him out of my room. I jump straight out of the bed and head for the door. Devil catches my arm and pulls me back towards him and before I know it my instincts kick in and I swipe his legs out from under him when he comes off the bed throwing him off balance. I land on top of him with my hands around his throat. “Don’t ever try to manhandle me. I don’t take kindly to it. If you want me to stop, ask, do not just grab me.” I carefully get up off him and he comes off the floor laughing at me.

“Damn woman, you just kee p surprising me. First time that has happened but I won’t forget what you said. Didn’t mean nothing about what I said, just stating facts. You are full of sass and fire. I like it.” He is shaking his head and grinning. He says he likes it but I bet he doesn’t forget it.

Chapter 33

Devil

Damn Callie just took me by surprise and knocked me on my ass and went in for the attack like she did it every day. I know not to turn my back on her. She keeps surprising me with her abilities. She is so beautiful. How this Mason guy kept his hands off her for so long, I do not know.

“Are we ok? I really meant nothing by it and I will watch it from now on. Sore subject. I get it.” I knew when I said it, I would get a reaction, but I didn’t expect how she went off. I liked it. This is going to be a long night. She still hasn’t answered me.

“Ok, different subject. Have you thought about how you’re going to go to school from Oklahoma since you want to go to UT?” I give her somewhere else to put her thoughts for a while.

“I don’t know, everything has happened so fast. I mean forty -eight hours ago I had a completely different future. I guess I can either take a semester off or do online courses. Is there a campus anywhere near where we’ll be? I think a semester off may be the way to go. I have a few weeks before I need to decide. I will call Monday to see what I can find out.” Her mind has shifted and she isn’t all worked up now.

“I will pay for whatever you need. Money isn’t an issue. If I don’t have it, I will make it. Just let me know.” She’s getting that look in her eyes again. She’s going to go off again and I have to say I am really enjoying this.

“When I said you would be paying my way, I meant my living expenses. I have a college fund I have been saving since I was old enough to know what a college fund was. I will pay for my education. I told my dad and Mason the same thing. I am responsible for my own future and I will pay for it. I saved all my summer job money, birthdays, Christmas’, graduation, and all my racing purses. I will pay my own way through college. I may have to work, but I will do it. No arguing the point. I may lose my scholarships if they don’t transfer, but I will do it.” She has a determined look on her face and I know this is something she is set on. Most women I know would take my money and ask for more but not Callie. She is the stubbornest woman I think I have ever met, but for some reason I feel pride in her. She has overcome a lot and knows what she wants and wants to pay for it herself.

“Did dad tell you why he is taking extra precautions with me?” She’s digging for information but in this case Chief has told me nothing. Maybe he is discussing it with dad.

“Chief hasn’t shared anything with me, but I came straight up here. Did something happen?” Now she has me curious. “You know what, they will take care of that for tonight. Why don’t we get ready for bed? We can talk lying down. I have not slept right the last few nights and your bed feels mighty comfortable.” I pull her over to me and kiss the side of her head and then I pat her on the ass to hurry her along. She starts pulling things out of her dresser, and goes into the bathroom without a word. I could tell she’s still in her head. I turn the lamp on next to the bed and go over and turn the overhead light off. I strip off all my clothes and pull the blankets back on the bed and climb in. I was right, this bed is comfortable. Much more comfortable than the motel. Just as I am getting settled, the bathroom door opens. Out walks Callie, and I am struck again by her beauty. She has on a pair of panties and a tshirt. Damn she is every man’s wet dream. Her breasts are perky and more than a handful. Her legs are tanned by the sun, not that fake tan, a sun kissed brown. She has her hair down and brushed out, falling around her face and down her back. I can smell her sweet essence from where she is. I pull the covers back so she can climb in beside me and I can feel myself getting hard. No man could look at her and not. This is going to be one long night. She climbs in beside me and the first thing I notice is her feet are like ice. It is summer time and Texas but her feet are like a pieces of ice. She quickly puts them on the calves of my legs and she is nestling down next to me. Somehow this seems right. I feel more myself than I have in a long time. She is so small. I bet she doesn’t weigh much over a hundred pounds and she is shorter than most of the women I have been with. It’s then that I realize I am truly attracted to this woman. Not just physically, but I like her. Actually, I think I admire her for her tenacity. I was not expecting this.

“Your feet are freezing. Did you put them under cold water?” I can’t believe this woman trusts me.

“Sorry about my cold feet. It’s just part of me. Get used to it.” She says matter of factly, and laughs a real laugh. Callie is real and she puts no fakeness out there. Most women would try to impress me, but not her. I find myself wondering what she will come up with next. I reach up and turn the light out and the room is cloaked in darkness.

“Are you going to break me beyond repair now? I don’t think I can take much more. If you are going to do it, do you think you can do it away from my dad? I can’t let my dad watch me be destroyed. I can take it but not in front of him. Can you give me that?” I can’t believe what just came out of her mouth. She would give herself up just so her dad didn’t have to see. Where did this woman come from?

“Baby, I’m not going to destroy you. I’ll take care of you, I promise. Let me take care of you. Please?” I have a need to keep Callie safe and I want her. I want to make her mine. I will make her mine. I pull her close to me and I know she feels my naked body next to her and she feels how hard I am for her, but I do something I have never done before. I pull her in close, kiss the top of her head and I hold her in my arms and fall asleep. The most peaceful sleep I have had in months.

Chapter 34

Callie

I wake up feeling hot but surrounded with arms around me. I am pulled to Devil’s chest and I feel unusually rested. I look at the clock on my nightstand and it is already after ten in the morning. Wow. I never sleep this late unless I have been out late the night before. I move my knee up a little trying not to wake Devil up. I never woke up once last night and that is unusual. I try to roll over Devil to get out of bed but he pulls me to him and won’t let go. I know he is awake but he hasn’t said anything.

“If you don’t want me to pee on you, I would suggest you let me up. I don’t usually sleep all night and my bladder is full.” I try to roll over him again but he stops me half way and kisses my cheek. I finish rolling off him and my feet hit the cold floor and I rush in the bathroom and shut the door. I take care of my business, run a brush through my hair and brush my teeth. Then I open the door and Devil is not up yet, so I jump over him and try to get back under the covers. Its summer and warm, but a few more minutes in bed won’t hurt. When I’m comfortable again Devil pulls me over close to him and starts kissing my neck, which feels amazing.

“Do you trust me?” Devil asks me. I think he’s playing but I give an honest response.

 

“I trust no one that has to ask do you trust me. Sorry, built in reflex.” I know I’m not sorry but it’s what I’ve always been taught.

“Usually that’s a good practice. But I’m talking about do you trust me to stop? I want to kiss you like I want to, but I will stop. I won’t get carried away. I respect your choices. Now again, do you trust me?” Devil seems to be sincere and I trust that.

“In that instance then, I trust you. I don’t trust easily, but for this I do.” I give him this one. I do trust he’ll stop and if not, I know my family is right outside my door. I have to let him in somewhat. If this is going to work, I can’t keep him away from me.

“Just give me a minute. Stay put.’ He gets out of bed and I see his naked, very nice, ass. Mmm, very nice. When he turns around, I see his very sizeable cock. My mouth falls open and I do the stupidest thing. I cover my eyes. Then I realize what I did and I feel embarrassed. I feel my face turning red.

“Darling, are you ok? Never seen a naked man before?” I have seen naked men before, but they were family and by accident, or I walked in on them at the club and it was momentary. This man has a huge cock and he thinks that thing will fit inside me. Ok. I can do this. Breathe Callie. Quit embarrassing yourself.

“I’m fine. Just a little shocked. You think that thing is going to fit in me? I mean I’m sure it will, but are you sure? I don’t want to be the first one to die from being split open.” Devil looks at me and bursts out laughing. Not a little chuckle, a loud belly laugh.

“I’m glad you find this amusing. Maybe if I find a dildo and come towards you with it you won’t laugh so hard. A big one. A very big one.” I am beyond embarrassed. It was just a shock. He moves on into the bathroom, but I still hear him laughing at me. Now I am beginning to get pissed. How was I supposed to know he had the jolly green giant’s dick? I hear Devil brushing his teeth and I have half a mind to leave him in here alone, but just as I get the nerve to move he is back in the room and getting back into bed with that monster.

“Baby trust me, no dildo is coming close to me unless I’m using it on you. I’m sorry for laughing so hard. I forgot how inexperienced you are. But really, a female shocked at my size and then talking about a dildo in the same breath, you have to see the humor in that. Your face was priceless. I haven’t laughed so hard in a long time.” Well glad I could bring in the comic relief at my expense. Devil goes to get back in the bed when there is a tap on the door. “Just a second” Devil yells out and reaches for his jeans and puts them on but doesn’t zip them and he opens the door to Woody standing there. Woody’s eyes go straight to me and he looks for any sign of me being scared. He finds none. “Chief wants you two down stairs for breakfast.” Then his eyes go to Devil’s. “Steel, Stone and Mrs. Steel are there, too. Waiting.” With that Woody turns and leaves.

“I thought your brother Keifer was coming. Who’s Stone?” I ask from the bed. Getting up to find some shorts to put on. I find my old cut offs and put them on waiting on an answer.

“Stone is Keifer’s road name. You two should get along fine. Mom is going to love you. When you meet Kimberly, you will like her, too. We just have to get her away from that asshole she is with.” Devil has been dressing while we talk. Low slung jeans that are tight, and a snug fitting black t-shirt. Leather belt and heavy biker boots. Looks just like my brother Ty dressing, but I like this view better. Maybe more than I should. At least my earlier embarrassment is forgotten for now.

“Is that what you’re wearing downstairs?” Devil is pointing to my shirt and shorts. “I mean if we were at our home, it would be fine, but there are men down there I don’t want seeing what is mine.” Oh hell no, this is not happening. “Devil, this is how I dress. Period. You do not get to tell me how to dress. I will put a bra on but the shorts stay.” I won’t be intimidated about my dress. This is my home and family. I won’t let him dictate to me. Yes, I’m being picky, but I have to pick my battles now for the wars I want to win.

“You are mine, and if I want you to change, you will, but the bra will work for now. See, I can compromise.” He looks at me like he won, but I know I am really the winner. I reach in my drawer for a bra and go into the bathroom to put it on. When I come out he is leaning against the door checking his phone. He looks up when I come out and puts his hand out for me to take and we leave the room together. He shuts the door behind us. “I never see you on your phone. Don’t teenage girls stay glued to their phones? What’s up?” I thought I had avoided this but I guess not.

“Mason keeps calling and I don’t want to talk to him. Plus a lot has happened the last few days, who has time? I have just been keeping it off. I check it a couple times a day.” I give him the basics. He doesn’t need to know Mason has called me over fifty times and Cru London and Jeb have been keeping my voice mail full. I’ve been erasing them all and not listening to them. I can’t listen to Mason and I’m not interested in what Cru and Jeb have to say.

“I will have a talk with them next time they call. He needs to forget he knows you. You are mine and he will learn to respect that.” I will be keeping my phone away from Devil. The thought of Devil confronting Mason or his friends on the phone does not feel right. I know Hanna would tell me to let Devil go on Mason because he deserves it, but I don’t work that way. A confrontation between the man I love, I mean the man I used to love, and the man I am going to marry does not sound good to me.

Just as we make it to the bottom step a red headed woman with a big smile on her face descends on us. She takes Devil and hugs him and then she pulls me in for a hug before I know how to react. “Hey ma, I missed you, too. It hasn’t been that long. Just a few days.” Devil keeps trying to get out.

“Kylar Damien Steel, introduce your ma to your girl before I get a hold of you. Where are your manners? I brought you up better than that.” She is loud and she gives great hugs. I think I will like this woman. She is outgoing and she just gives off the mom vibe and I’ve never had that.

“Yes, Kylar could you please introduce me to your Ma? I think I like this woman.” I laugh and hug the woman again.

“Oh sh it. You two are not ganging up on me. I knew you would love her ma but I didn’t know she would warm up to you so fast.” Devil laughs and tries to get his breath back. “Ma this is Callie and she is going to be my wife. In fact, next Saturday we will be tying the knot. Can you handle that?” Then he turns to me. “Callie this is my ma, Katherine Steel, Kat to her friends.”

“Don’t you be silly Kylar. Honey you can call me ma, just like my boys do.” I am taken aback by this gesture, but somehow it seems right. It feels right.

“Ok, ma. I like that and it feels right. Call me Callie or my family calls me baby girl. Completely up to you.” I really feel comfortable with this woman and that hardly ever happens to me.

“That sounds great baby girl. We are going to get along great.” Ma is gushing over with enthusiasm.

“That’s funny. The only thing you have ever called my wife, besides Kizzy, is bitch or slut. Playing favorites are you, ma?” a man who looks similar to Kylar says aa he walks up to me like he is going to hug me. I put my hand out in front of me to shake his instead.

“No hug for your brother-inlaw to be? I’m Keifer, the better looking older brother.” This man rubs me the wrong way but I know I need to play nice.

“I don’t hug strange men. Especially since I a m engaged now. Appearances are everything in this life. Right?” I give him what I have been taught for so long, besides I don’t want him hugging me. I don’t like the way he looks at me.

“Well you are direct aren’t you? I like that. Be scared little girl, be very scared.” Well that just pisses me off.

“Because I don’t want your hands on me doesn’t make me scared it makes me selective of who I let touch me and let in my space.” I let him know he does not intimidate me.

“Well it seems like you got one full of sass this time Devil. I can’t wait until you break her of that.” I start to say something but Devil beats me to it.

“Stone this is my woman, speak to her respectively or do not speak to her, are we clear?” Devil looks at his brother and I see now this conversation has very little to do with me, but more to do with the hostility between the brothers. I need to find out what that is about.

“Ok boys, take it outside or put it aside. I am meeting my future daughter -in-law and I want to get to know her.” She takes my hand and we go over to the table where Steel, dad, Driller, and Ty sit waiting for us for breakfast to begin.

Chapter 35

Devil

Mom is getting to know Callie over in the other corner of their front room. Mom loves Callie just the way I knew she would. They talk like they have known each other their whole lives. Mom is telling Callie everything about home and about the house we are going to be living in. It was mom and dad’s first home. It’s on the same property as our compound, where dad and mom live now. Keifer and his wife live in town. Keifer wanted the house we’re moving into, but mom wouldn’t have it. Mom doesn’t like Kizzy, Keifer’s wife. They have never liked each other. They barely speak. In fact, it is better when they don’t speak. Mom has furnished the whole house and put all the housewares we’ll need in it. All I have to do is get her to buy our food next week and then Callie can finish it when she gets there. Chief was called in to a meeting not long ago and so dad, Keifer and I are just waiting.

“Are letting her know everything?” Keifer asks but dad gives him a hard look and he knows to shut up. I motion for dad to know we need to take this outside. “Kat, we are going outside. Be back in a few.” Dad let’s mom know and the three of us make it outside and we walk over to mom’s SUV and get inside to have a talk.

“Keifer, you need to keep shit to yourself. No, I have not told her everything and I am not. I will keep her safe and she is going to be my wife. That’s all she needs to know. Everything else is club business. She understands what club business means. She’s not like Kizzy. She was brought up in our life.” I want Keifer to keep his mouth shut.

“Have you told ma?” Keifer ask dad. “Did you tell her this matter is delicate?”

“You leave your ma to me. She knows our life is hard and we have to do what we have to do. You keep your woman away from Callie. She doesn’t need to be upset with things Kizzy will throw in her face. If you want to keep her breathing, keep her away. Last warning.” Dad looks at Keifer so they understand where the other one stands.

“She seems like a nice kid. I hate to see her caught up in this. When Chief finds out we will have a war.” Keifer is always the family worrier. Then we see Ty stick his head out the door and look around. I step out of the door and wave over my head letting him know we see him and will be in soon.

“We will need to get back to Oklahoma tomorrow morning. As soon as the courthouse is open you two can get your license and we will return Friday night. Devil if you want to, we have that cabin at Beavers Bend for a short honeymoon. You can at least give her that. I’ll call and have it stocked and cleaned. You need to talk wedding when we get back in there and get it over with. The sooner the women have it squared away the better it will be. No monkey suits though. I hate ties and being uncomfortable. I know Chief said a couple of the club’s ol’ ladies would help. That way ma and Callie have more stuff to keep them out of the way for a while.” Dad is talking like he is the one getting married. I know he just doesn’t want to have to bring ma back down here this week.

“That’s fine with me. The cabin will work.” I hadn’t even thought about the honeymoon. Marriage is two people, a license, and a preacher to me. All the rest is unnecessary but if this is what I have to do to get a ring on Callie’s finger then this is what I will do.

“I think we should get back in there.” We all agree and get out of the SUV and walk back into the clubhouse. I hear the laughter coming from ma before we get in all the way. Ma and Callie are laughing it up. I knew they would be good friends. They are too much alike not to be.

“We need to get this wedding discussion over with. I only need to know my part. Everything else doesn’t matter to me. What have you two come up with?” I look at ma and Callie but both look confused.

“Son, I know you men of mine think this world revolves around you, but we haven’t been discussing the wedding. We were having girl talk, but if you want to discuss the wedding we can.” My ma puts me in my place. She loves us but she does enjoy taking our egos down a peg or two every once in a while.

“I don’t want a wedding. A JP ceremony works for me. You wear whatever, I wear my jeans and we go in and it is over. Simple. We make an appointment and it is done fifteen minutes later.” Callie puts in, but Chief is coming out of his chair and his face does not look happy.

“I said you would have a wedding here. I am going to get Kelsey and Chelsea in here so everything can be put together while Kat is here.” Chief lets his wishes known. “I only have one daughter and I will give her away at her wedding. Callie, I swore to Tommy I would. I will keep my promise or you won’t be getting married. Ty get the girls from upstairs” Chief is not letting Callie out of this. We will have to do a small ceremony.

“Chief, what if we have just a simple ceremony here with just club families. Will that work? Callie you can have your simple. Chief can give you away and I, get the I do’s. Everyone happy. Ma, Kelsey, and Chelsea will set up the ceremony so you don’t have to do anything. Just pick out a dress and show up.” Seems simple to me. As long as I don’t have to wear a suit I am fine.

“What if I want to wear jeans?” Callie is being difficul t. Then I see she is just kidding. She has a sexy little grin on her face. She knows exactly what she is doing and ma sees it too, and has a big grin on her face. Those two together are going to be trouble.

“Ok, settled.” Chief must know Callie is playing or he just doesn’t care and knows he is going to get his way. “Women in the front room and men in my office. We need to talk about a few matters. Kelsey and Chelsea will be down soon to join you two. Callie will you send Hambone and Zman back when they get down here. Get it all taken care of Callie. There will be a ceremony if you’re getting married.” With that Chief leads us into his office.

Chapter 36

Chief

I take the chair behind my desk and sit down. I feel tired. Very tired. Driller, Ty, Steel, Stone, Devil and I just get seated when Hambone and Zman joins us. Everyone here needs to know the information that we have dug up. All of our main objectives is to keep Callie safe. I have to trust Devil and his family to help with that now. It is hard but I have to accept it.

“Ok, Devil I am talking to you now. Not Steel. This is the way you want it so you get it. Diamondback is the one responsible for the shooting in front of the club. We know he has found out Callie is his biological daughter. This son of a bitch is twisted. We don’t know what his angle is yet, but we are sure it was him. We have to keep him away from her for her safety. A little while after your wedding, I am going to try and set up a meet with him. I want to find out what he wants. I still can’t figure out why he would want to hurt her. I have never met the man, but surely he doesn’t want to hurt her for no reason.” Chief looks deep in thought. The man looks tired. He can run an entire Club but when it comes to someone hurting his little girl, then he will leave no stone unturned or stop until he puts an end to it. “Can your club keep her safe? Will you do what it takes to protect her?”

“Our club will keep her safe, I assure you. I will guard her with my life and every life in our Club. She is mine and no one hurts what is mine.” Devil says it and by looking in his eyes I believe it. Callie has worked her magic in such little time. I see that he genuinely cares for her. That helps with the things I must show him next. Callie would hate it if she knew I showed this to him but I have to. They have to know what Karen is capable of if she comes in contact with Callie. I know Callie can take care of herself but I still do not trust Karen to fight fair and she has sworn her revenge on Callie. She has always hated her daughter since before she was born. She tried to make herself miscarry many times during her pregnancy. She did not have an abortion because she knew Tommy would have left and cut her out of his life. For as much as Karen hated Callie she loved Tommy. The day Tommy was killed, even though it was Karen’s fault, she blamed Callie. The men killed Tommy but they were sent after Callie by Karen. She was going to sell her young daughter for drug money she owed. Callie would have become a sex slave to depraved men. Her life would have been hell. Tommy saved her, but he lost his own life in the process. I have to make these people understand the lengths Karen will go to. I have to do this so I might as well get this done.

“Ok, I will take your word for that, but you need to look at all these pictures. These are pictures of the day Tommy, Callie’s brother, was killed protecting her from child sex traffickers. This is what they did to his body. This is what Callie looked like.” I showed them the pictures of each.

“These are more pictures of Callie. Karen, and her boyfriend at the time, beat her. She was only three. We kept her as safe as we could but the state kept giving her back to her. Tommy finally was awarded temporary custody of her after this. After Tommy was killed, Karen did two years in a dry out clinic and half-way house. A slap on the wrist. She never did any time for what she had done to Callie. She knows if she comes here she will die. We have cleaned up our club, but this is me. I will put this woman in the ground.” I am watching for Devil and Steel’s reaction but Stone is the one most moved by the pictures. It’s like he can’t believe his eyes and he does not do a good job of containing his anger.

“Chief said this is not club, but I can assure you if I see Karen first she will meet her maker.” Driller puts in.

 

“That goes for me too. I don’t remember the woman but if I do meet her I will be the last thing she sees.” Ty adds.

 

“That goes for any man in this club. We stand as one on this.” Zman also puts in. “The women feel the same. My ol’ lady would take her out and laugh about it.” Hambone speaks up. I know my club loves my girl and I love them for it.

“I promise you I will protect your daughter from shit like this. That is beyond right. Some people shouldn’t have children. I will protect her as she is mine. I swear to you Chief.” Steel looks me in the eyes and gives me his word. Devil is still looking at the pictures. He finally lifts his head from them and approaches me with his hand extended for me to shake it.

“I promise you Chief, I will never let that happen to Callie again. I will keep her safe. You have my word.” I look in Devil’s eyes and I know there is something he is not saying, but these pictures are a lot to take in, so I’ll give it to him for now. If I had only known to look deeper to what he wasn’t saying.

“Ok then, we are on the same page. Let’s see if those women are done and we can get on with this day.” I let everyone go with that and I will try to get through this next week with a smile.
Devil

I can’t believe the pictures I just saw of Callie. She was such a small child. The things Karen did to her were unbelievable. The pictures told the story. You would never believe the things Callie has had to live through. She doesn’t show it from the way she acts now. She’s a little quiet for a teenager, but never would I believe she has lived through the trauma of those pictures and to have witnessed her brother’s death. Callie is definitely amazing. She has bounced back from devastation and come out stronger from it. I see Callie and ma sitting where we left them. I know I still have to get some rings and I guess now would be a good time to do that. It will get me out of here for a while. Just as I am about to say that, my mom comes up to me and pulls me over to the side and dad joins us. “Son, have you thought about rings yet? She’s not wearing one. I brought something just in case you wanted it. Let me get it from my purse.” She goes over to the table and I see her pulling a jewelry box out of her purse. Now I see what she has brought and you know I think it might be perfect. She rushes back over to me and I see out of the side of my eye Callie curiously watching. When ma hands me the ring box I know what is in it. It is my grandma’s wedding ring. My grandpa gave it to my grandma when they became engaged and then my dad gave it to my ma. Ma wouldn’t let Keifer give it to Kizzy, but she is offering it to me. I know this is important for her so I will do it. I turn toward Callie and crook my finger at her to get her to come over. She approaches hesitantly and I reach for her hand. I take it in mine then I take the ring and slip it on her wedding finger.

“This ring has been in my family for three generations now. My gr andfather gave it to my grandma and then my dad gave it to my ma and now I give it to you. Now all we have to do is say I do.” Callie gives me the biggest smile. A real smile. Somehow that smile makes it all worth it. I feel ten foot tall. Then I look at the faces around us and my world comes rushing back. Chief looks concerned as always. My ma is laughing and is on cloud nine. My dad has a guarded smile on his face. Keifer is fully pissed. He knows ma doesn’t like Kizzy but this is like a slap in the face for him. He asked for this ring for her and was refused. The rest of Chief’s men have no looks or expressions on their faces but the ol’ ladies are over the moon with my ma and are fussing over Callie. Callie looks happy but she still does not trust me completely. Smart woman. Now just to get through this week.
Callie

Later that week on Friday. The day before the wedding.

Well tomorrow I will be married. Twenty-four hours. We are to be married at two and that is twenty-four hours away. What do I know about being married? Nothing. I don’t even know how to keep a boyfriend, let alone a husband. How did I get into this? Revenge. It always comes with a price and this is the price I will pay to repay my debt to Tommy. I will do that gladly. I went to talk to him this morning, but I did not get the peace it usually brings. Too much on my plate right now. I will try to slip away in the morning. We were finally released from lockdown on Tuesday, thank goodness. Dad still has someone on me constantly, but everyone else was released to go back to normal. Ty and Zman are going with my friends and me to celebrate my last night of single life. Sarah flew back in from California and Fe hasn’t left yet, so we are all going to be together, Hanna, too. Dad paid for Sarah’s ticket but I wanted my besties here for this. If I was going to have a wedding they were going to be beside me, all three of them. I couldn’t choose. Oh well. Going over my list again. Room set up, we did. Food for dinner, Kelsey and Loretta have. Wedding cake and grooms cake, Chelsea. I have my dress and that’s it. My stuff has been shipped to Devil’s home, and Kat said she received it. My car and truck are being driven up after we leave. All I have to take is my suitcase. I gave Kat a short grocery list for our house and I can get the rest when I get there. I had a mani and pedi this morning from Kelsey. She is helping with my make-up in the morning. Dad has our license and our chapter chaplain is marrying us. It is done. I have money in my purse and I have transferred some of my money to a bank in Oklahoma. Same bank as I have here, just a different branch. So I will have money. I have my credit card, bank card, and gas card in my purse. My passport, social security card, school records, birth certificate, and medical records all with me. I will go to the same doctor as ma. She’s going to take me next week. I will also have to change insurances. STOP! This stuff has to stop running through my head. I am going to drive myself crazy. Then I hear a car drive up and I know I have been rescued, but I hear my dad’s motorcycle pulling up in the driveway, too. I rush to the door and I see my dad pulling Fe over to the side and I know he is getting that you are the man of the bunch tonight speech.

“Dad leave Fe alone. He cannot keep all three of us in line.” Dad pats him on the back and starts walking towards us. We finally all get in the house. I have been ready to get out of here for hours, but I know Hanna and Sarah are going to insist on doing me up the way they always do when we go to a club. Tonight we get to go to one of dad’s friend’s clubs. We get a special section for us. It’s all set for us. Dad arranged it for me and I am so glad to get out. Devil and his family and friends have most of the good motels taken up in town. I hope our club handles everyone and we have enough food. There I go again. “I am so ready to get my mind on anything but this wedding,” I say as everyone is hugging.

“Ok then, let’s get our glam on.” Hanna says as she brings her bag to rest on the couch. They are all staying the night tonight. Our last hurrah together. We will make it good.

“In case I am gone before you come down. No fights tonight. Have a good time. Be safe. Stay with Ty and Zman. Need anything, call. Remember there will be pictures tomorrow so try not to get too drunk. Circles under the eyes are not attractive. Do not give my men the slip or the night will be over when I find you. Do you all understand?” We all nod our heads but dad is not going for it. “Words.”

“Yes sir, dad” I say.
“Yes, Mr. Black.” Fe pitches in.

“We understand completely Mr. Black.” Hanna and Sarah say together. T hey have that down pretty good. I look at Sarah and head for the stairs in a run “First shower.” I don’t stop until I am at my bedroom door and I swear I hear my dad grumble “Damn kids.”
Callie

We walk into the club around nine. We are all slutted up. Hanna and Sarah are in short tight dresses and heels and I opted for shorts and some cute heeled booties. I don’t like wearing dresses to clubs. Fe is styling with his hair in a short faux Mohawk style his best jeans and classy shirt. Then behind us are two scary biker guys. Ok, Zman is scary. Ty is just big and intimidating. You can’t call anyone you’ve seen puking their guts up scary. Maybe to someone else. Not me. Zman is in charge of our drinks tonight, so he asks what we want. Shots and beer all the way around. We are easy to please. Zman orders us each two shots and then he says we have to drink beer for at least an hour before we get another shot and then we can have beer the rest of the night. He is driving but he wants us to stay sober enough to walk out. We also have to order fries and pizza to eat. None of us are heavy drinkers so the shots we have had gave us a good buzz and we hit the dance floor. We have a good time on the dance floor and Zman and Ty are laughing at our antics. By the time we get back to the table Ty has ordered us fries, cheese sticks and pizza. We have worked up an appetite so we devour everything in front of us and order two more orders of hot wings. By this time, Zman has ordered our shots and a pitcher of beer and said that is it for the night and then we go home. Zman gets a call and steps out to take it. My friends have come up with an idea to get me drunk and when Zman steps out they put it in motion. Sarah goes to distract Ty, and Fe and Hanna give me all their shots to down. Why not? It’s my last night to be single what is the worst that can happen? Famous last words….

I am feeling no pain what so ever in the next half hour and Ty and Zman are none the wiser because we are on the dance floor. Hanna and I are getting pretty raunchy and rubbing and grinding on each other. Ty is keeping an eye on us and when Zman sees, he is not happy but they let us go on. Then I feel someone come up behind me and grab my ass. I turn and as I do he goes to grab me again and I lay him out on the floor. Oops. I just reacted. Strange hands. No permission. I did a spin kick but I landed on my ass in the process. Then I feel everyone converge on the dance floor and it is a free for all. I look for Sarah and she is on some guy’s back giving him what for and I see Hanna pulling some blonde around by her hair. Fe is trying to get everyone to calm down but some guy hits him from behind and I go crazy and jump for the guy. That’s it, Fe has lost his cool and he is a black belt. By the time everything clears out we are all going to jail. Yep, we are put in the back of the squad cars and I see Ty being put in another one and he is not happy. I can imagine Zman is beyond pissed. I’m in trouble. Famous last words they say. I shut my eyes for a second but the next thing I know we are stopping. I was guessing we would be at the police station, but no we are at dad’s clubhouse. I think right now I would prefer the police station. How did this happen again? My friends, oh yeah great defense. Peer pressure. Just then someone opens the back door and I not only see my dad, but I also see Devil and neither look real happy. Oh crap there’s Steel and Stone too.

I believe this one belongs to you, Chief. Do you want the rest also? Ty and Zman are in the next car and we put the other three in the last car.” The cop asks dad. “Callie seems to be the only one drunk and she started the fight.”

“I did no such thing, you asshole. That man grabbed my ass on the dance floor and then he grabbed me again and I defended myself.” I slur out.

 

“Oh you mean the guy you spin kicked and knocked two teeth out of?” The smartass cop asks.

“That would probably be the one, if he is the one who grabbed my ass. No one touches me unless I say so. Two feet of private space.” I get out before my dad cuts me off.

“Callie Cheyenne Monroe Black, I taught you better than to be fighting in bars. Did I not young lady?” Dang, dad pulled out my full name. By this time Ty and Zman are by his side and my friends are standing back watching. I get out of the squad car and stiffen my back for dad’s ridicule.

“Dad you also taught me no man touches me unless I say it is ok, and I did not say it was ok. I felt threatened and I defended myself. I may have over done it, but it still doesn’t change the fact I felt threatened.” How he could argue with that I don’t know.

“How did she get so drunk? I gave you two strict orders.” He points to Zman and Ty.

“It’s our fault Mr. Black,” Fe steps up and tries to take the blame, “We come up with the wise idea of distracting them and giving her all of our shots. We just wanted her last single night to be memorable.” Fe looks like he could swallow his tongue. I can’t let him take the blame.

“No dad it is my fault. I should have known better, but that man started it. So blame me not my friends. Thanks Fe but I have this.” I will never let my friends take my responsibility in this.

“So, you got this? We have another call and have to roll.” The cop asks my dad. My dad takes a wad of bills and puts in the cop’s hand and walks him back to his car. When he gets back to us I see him come over to me and that is the last thing I remember except the quiet black and the deep sleep.
Devil

Well again, Callie surprises me. A bar fight. Last night was amusing. When Chief got the call there was a problem at the bar I was worried until I saw Callie, and except for a few scratches, she was fine. Knocked two teeth out of a man. That made me laugh. Chief even laughed about it later. He said Callie has been able to take care of herself since she was little. He had her in martial arts and kick boxing at the age of eight. She took right to it and didn’t mind the bruises that came with it. Then when she was twelve she started boxing training and then later MMA training with Mason. Apparently he was an amateur competitor. Good to know. Little woman with a mighty kick. I know today I become a married man. My ma loves Callie, Keifer likes her even if he is a little jealous of the attention ma gives her, but won’t even let his woman in her house. Then there’s dad and he is very protective of Callie and has already warned all the club girls that they better walk a wide berth around her. Our club girls are much more aggressive than what Callie is used to and keeping them in line goes to the ol’ ladies, but everyone knows I have not claimed Callie as my ol’ lady. I just hope they listen to dad. I don’t want to have to explain myself to Callie. I promised her honesty but this one thing I cannot give her honesty in. It would only hurt her, and I don’t want to do that. I have begun to have feelings for Callie and it is only complicating matters for me. Callie is beautiful and sweet and real. She doesn’t have a dishonest bone in her body and even drunk she took responsibility for her actions. I admire that. If I could have met Callie when I wasn’t so warped. No matter. Today we will be married and I will protect her. Tonight I will claim her and then she will truly be mine. I will own a part of her no one else will ever know and that fills me with a warmth inside, a pride. If only…

I need to get this day started. It will be long and I will have to have patience. I already went to our cabin in Beaver’s Bend and made sure it was stocked and took some things I knew we would need. I hope she likes it. Here I am sounding like a sap. It will work.
Callie

I open my eyes slowly. I look around and I am in my bedroom at home. How the heck did I get here? The last thing I remember I was at the clubhouse and talking to my dad. Oops. Yep, I screwed up again. I’m in trouble. Well what can he do? Ground me? I’m getting married today. What? No honeymoon? I think Devil might have something to say about that. My head should hurt, but nothing so far and my stomach doesn’t feel funny. I look around and I see Hanna still in bed with me and then I look for Fe and Sarah but they must be up already. I get up trying not to wake Hanna and slip into the bathroom. I take care of my morning ritual, peeing and brushing my teeth and washing my face and putting on moisturizer with sunscreen in it. I look at myself and I have a long t-shirt and panties on, good enough for home. I make my way down the hall and into the kitchen just as Fe is acting out me jumping on some man last night. Fe is so hilarious. Over dramatic much. As he turns his back on everyone I go and jump on his back and he says yeah just like that and everyone is laughing. Just then I realize Devil and his family are here, too. Oh well too late now. Fe and I are laughing so hard we fall on the floor and we can’t stop laughing. Then I get everyone laughing with us. Can’t be in too much trouble.

“Young lady you have some explaining to do. What do you have to say for yourself?”, dad asks, but I hear the amusement in his voice. I’m forgiven. That was a close one.

“Wasn’t me. I don’t remember a thing so I can’t be in trouble for something I can’t remember. I think that’s written somewhere and if it’s not it should be.” I give dad the most innocent smile I can come up with.

“Well I remember, so you can be in trouble with my memory.” Ty puts in. He has a black eye and a busted lip.

“Well I hope I didn’t do that to you. That looks like it might hurt. My hands don’t feel that sore, a little but not enough. Sorry bubba.” With that he smiles and I know he forgives me.

“You didn’t do this shorty. That guy’s friend you knocked out did this. He was after you. I got in his way. It’s ok. He looks a lot worse. You actually looked happy last night. First time in a while, so it was worth it.” He comes over and pats my head like an annoying brother.

“What? Pat your doggy on the head day Ty? You want the other eye black, too?” He just laughs and goes to get more coffee.

 

“Feisty are you? Want to go a few rounds in the ring today before your wedding? Pretty pictures with a black eye.” Ty laughs.

“Ty leave your sister alone. I believe you are the one who got the black eye last time. You two are like monkeys in a zoo. Monkey see, monkey do. Who is for Callie’s pancakes and French toast? That’s your punishment young lady, you cook and you better get cracking or you’ll be late for your own wedding. Fe, Sarah, and Hanna will get clean up. Fe go get Hanna up. It’s time to get moving.” Dad has spoken and now I know this is more than he wants my pancakes before I am gone than punishment.

“So you can cook?” Devil leans in and asks.

“Yes she can, better than most women I know. My mom taught her. She can bake anything she puts her mind to, and she knows how to can vegetables from the garden, and she can sew too. She made that quilt on her bed at the clubhouse, her grandma taught her all of it. She is very capable. She can also shoot any gun you put in her hand. Hand gun, rifle, or shot gun. She can maintain her own vehicle and she has her own bike, which she can ride. She is very capable of taking care of herself in most situations.” Dad is just bragging. It’s all true, but he loves to tell everyone what his daughter can do. I start making up my pancake batter and getting all my stuff together for the French toast.

“You make it from scratch? We are so going to get spoiled to this.” Kat throws in. She sounds excited. I pour the hot coffee into a carafe pot and take it to the dining room and return to the kitchen. “Ok, all men in the dining area or somewhere else besides my kitchen. Out.” They all get up to go in the dining area but Devil comes over and kisses the top of my head and then goes into the dining area with the other men. I turn the radio on and get my tunes going and begin my work. I am dancing around and Kat is sitting and watching and laughing. Hanna and Sarah get the table set. I set about making pancakes and French toast alternating between the two. I have put some bacon on to fry. I finally have a platter of pancakes and a platter of French toast. I finish up the pan of bacon and squeeze some orange juice. I grab the syrup and butter and turn the radio off and call the men in. I hope dad likes it. It will be the last breakfast at home for a while. It hits me about that time. I will be leaving my family. Tears cloud my eyes and Kat comes to me and asks what is wrong. It’s hard to get out but once I have control of myself I tell her it just hit me I would be leaving my dad. I’ve never been without him since I can remember everything and it just hit me all at once. By this time dad has come in and he comes over to me and I jump in his arms and wrap my legs around him like I used to when I was little and break out crying big ugly tears. I sob and sob. Finally, I catch my breath and I dry my eyes and I’m sure I look awful. My dad kisses my head and my cheek. “It’s ok baby girl. I am always here for you. You’ll always be my little girl. You need me and I am only five hours away or one phone call away. I love you.” Dad always knows what to say.

“I’m sorry daddy. It just hit me all at once. This is my last time to cook breakfast in your kitchen like this and I broke. I love you, daddy. You are my hero. You are always there for me and it scares me to think of me being away from your reach. I’m going to miss you, daddy. You are the one I always talk to about my problems. You’re not only my dad, but my best friend that I trust everything with.” I hug him and give him a kiss. He hands me a paper towel and I wipe my eyes and nose and I notice we have a room full of people watching us. I let my legs go from around my dad and he sets me back on my feet and hugs me. I step back. “Sorry dad. I didn’t mean to be a blubbering mess.”

“Don’t apologize for loving me baby girl,” my dad puts in, but he has a sad look in his eyes. I think he might have needed this as much as I did.

“Your dad is right, Callie. My daughter is with a man right now I don’t really care for and I wish she would tell me one more time she loves me like that. She won’t even speak to us now.”

“I’m sorry, Mr. Steel. You’re a good man and I know you r daughter loves you. No matter if she’s mad or not in a situation to tell you. All daughters love their dad’s. They’re the only men who will never let them down and love them no matter what. Anyone can be a father but it takes someone special to be a daddy. That’s what my grandma always said.” I hope that helps him. He looks so distraught over his daughter.

“Enough of this let’s eat.” I tell everyone. I go over and sit next to Devil. He leans over and whispers in my ear, “Thank you for that. Dad and Kim had a fight before we left and it’s bothering him.” He looks at me and then leans in again, “I like the long shirt but next time could you put something on with it? I don’t want anyone seeing what is mine, including my brother.”

“Sure thing.” I guess I can give him that. “I didn’t know anyone was here when I came down.” This may take a little getting used to. Dad is sitting at the head of the table, and he has a smile on his face but his eyes tell a different story. He is having as a hard a time as I am. I know I have to suck up my separation anxiety and help him get over this. I’m a grown woman now and I have responsibilities. To make sure everyone can live with the decisions I have made. This transition will be hard on some people. My dad, Ty, and Uncle Trent. I’ve tried to reach out to Uncle Blake, but he’s out of reach right now. I wish he could be here but he’s a fishing and hunting guide and when he is out it’s hard to get in touch. I’ve left messages though. It’s just all happening so fast and that is partially my fault but I just want it done. I’m pulled out of my thoughts by the back door opening and Kelsey is here with her outgoing self. “Ok cupcake, it’s time to get you beautiful for your day. Let’s get a move on. Are you getting ready here or at the clubhouse?” she is chattering off a mile a minute. I swallow my last bite and get a drink of my juice before I address her questions, “I’m showering here and then going to the club. I’ll get right on that while my friends clean up so then they can shower.” I get up to leave but Devil pulls me back down for a kiss that surprises me. Then I go to take care of my shower.

Chapter 42

Devil

Callie’s breakfast this morning was an extra bonus. Callie looked beautiful even after a night like last night. We made it back to the BlackPath MC clubhouse and I am waiting with some of our club family for this thing to begin. Kim didn’t make it, but I didn’t think that man of hers would let her. I need to take care of that matter as soon as things are back to normal. Chief has gone back to be with Callie. Ty and Driller are greeting everyone for their family. Ma and Keifer are taking care of our family. Dad is staying by my side. I don’t know why I am good with this wedding. For some reason this wedding seems right. Callie is going to be mine and it seems natural. Almost as if we were meant to be. We will be good together. Keifer’s ol’ lady, Kizzy, showed her face not long ago and he needs to keep her in check. She’s throwing back drinks like she is on another bender. Keifer has his eye on her and ma will put her out of here if she steps out of line. As soon as she sees how ma likes Callie there will be trouble. I need to warn dad. I walk up behind dad and nudge him. He turns to me and I tell him in a whispered voice, “You know as soon as Kizzy sees how ma treats Callie, there is going to be trouble. She sees that ring on Callie’s finger and she is going to go postal.” Ma slighted Kizzy by not letting Keifer give it to her at their engagement but ma is ma. She’s never liked Kizzy or her sister Brianne. They were both club girls before they were claimed. Made no difference to Ma they were claimed. She will always see them as club property. “Did Keifer tell her about me giving the ring to Callie?” I hope my brother had enough sense to warn her.

“I don’t know son, but I will find out now. If he hasn’t, I will get him on it before the ceremony which will be starting shortly. Is Hacksaw here yet? He’s the only one left standing with you I haven’t seen?”, dad has been keeping an eye out for everything that could possibly go wrong. He’s even got people watching the airport in case that Mason decides to show his face in town.

“Yeah, Hacksaw is outside. He had to have a smoke break.” I let dad know and then he was gone and was making his way over to Keifer. I see Keifer shaking his head at dad. I knew he wouldn’t let Kizzy know about the ring, but Kizzy is a loose cannon and you can never tell how she is going to react, especially when she has been drinking. I see Kizzy approach them and I see the second they tell her. Her eyes come straight to mine and I can see the hate. I can tell she is going to make a scene. Keifer tries to grab her but she jerks away and goes straight for ma. I try to get to ma first but someone blocked me. Dad and Keifer are hot on her heels but she reaches ma and there is going to be a face-off.

“How could yo u let him give her the family ring when you know she is just a substitute for my sister? Do you really think they will last? Do you think I would let them be happy?” Kizzy spits out. She is letting everything come out.

“She will be my daughter -in-law and you will stay away from her or I will end you. Are we clear Kizzy?” My ma gives it right back to her. “That ring was given to me and I can give it to who I deem appropriate, once my son proposed. You are nothing but a slut, and Keifer will tire of your crap and get smart and rid himself of you one day. Callie will make a perfect daughter-inlaw. She is people like us. She doesn’t spread her legs for any man that will give her the time of day. She will give us strong grandkids. She is a good person. Now either sit down and shut up or get the hell out and go home. One more word from you and I will have Callie’s family put you out and deal with you when we get back home.” Ma is infuriated. I’ve never seen her so mad. Dad is behind her and a crowd has started to gather. I see Ty and Driller moving towards the inner circle and I only hope Kizzy sees the trouble she has created and shuts it down.

“Who is responsible for this woman, because we don’t know her and she needs to leave now. This is Callie’s wedding and no one is going to interrupt it so get her the hell out or I will and I mean now!” Ty is not going to tolerate any of this.

“Steel, is she with you? She needs to leave now. Either see her out and she stays out or I go and get Chief and he’ll deal with the person responsible for disrupting today.” This comes from Driller and I know Chief will be here next so I cut it off. “Keifer get her out now.” Keifer grabs her arm and takes her out the front door. “What the hell was that about? What was she talking about?” I think fast and I know I have to keep it close to the truth but I don’t get the chance.

“She’s Keifer’s mistake of a wife and ol’ lady. She’s jealous because I gave the family ring to Callie and I wouldn’t let Keifer give it to her. She’s just a jealous bitch that shouldn’t have been here anyway.” Ma gave it to them. That’s all she knows, so it rings with the truth we need and they accept it. Now if Keifer can just calm her down and keep her gone.

Chapter 43

Callie

 

I am left in this room waiting. My hair is done, make-up done, and I have my dress on. Everything is a go. Then I hear my friends come in and they are carrying gift bags. “Ok girlie, gift time. “ Fe says and I go over to them and sit and they stand before me with small bags.

“You know I lov e gifts. But I have something for all of you, too. You each get a gift card from Kelsey’s shop for the works and then you all also get photo albums from today. The photographer will call all of you when the proofs are ready so you can pick the ones you want. Pick as many as you want for your album. Dad is paying. It’s his splurge since he saved on the wedding.” I know this was his way of being able to hire a professional photographer. No telling how much he is having to pay on such short notice.

“Well our g ifts are from Devil and Kat but we are presenting. First something blue.” Sarah says and hands me her blue bag. I open it and there is a beautiful sexy garter. It’s simple but dainty and I love it. But there is two and a note. It simply explains it is from Kat and one is to throw and one is to save.

“Next is something borrowed.” This is coming from Hann a and she hands me a white bag. I look inside and it is a beautiful handkerchief with a note. It is really very nice. It is embroidered with initials and it has a lot of lace but it is very small. I read the note and it is from Kat and it says it was her mom’s and one day she hopes Kim will use it at her wedding. This woman is going to make me cry.

“I have the something new and it is from Devil.” Fe gives me a pink bag. I look inside the bag and there is a jewelry box. I open it and there is an amazing pair of diamond tear drop earrings and they are gorgeous. I take out the ones I have in my ears and replace them. My hair is up in back but it falls down around my face is soft wisps, so these will look amazing in my ears. I read the note. He says he didn’t have to buy me a ring so he splurged on these earrings. They are perfect. Everyone is smiling and oohing and awing over everything when my dad walks in and he tells everyone to clear out he needs a few minutes. Hanna comes back and hands me a penny with my birth year on it and tells me to put it in my boot. Ok, I can do that. Another superstition. My dad comes over and sits beside me and I know I am going to cry. It’s the serious look on his face. He takes my hand and faces me. “Baby girl you have always been my heart. Since the day I held you in my arms at the hospital. I know you have said you are sure about what you’re doing but I want to make sure one more time. I will get you out of here no questions asked. I will take care of everything.” My dad is having a hard time adjusting to me leaving and I hate it, but it has to happen.

“Dad I am sure. I have to do this and I really like Devil and his family. Dad, you know I have never believed in forever with one person. I accept what Devil is offering. Whole heartedly. Please try to understand. When Mason did what he did it just screwed my head up more than what it was before. I can accept honesty, loyalty, and commitment as a relationship. I will embrace it. As long as I have that I will be ok.” I kiss the top of his head as he has done so many times to me. I want to be reassuring to him.

“Ok, I have to accept it then. So I have your something old.” He brings out a s mall box and puts it in my hand and as soon as I open it I remember it. It is a necklace. It has a new chain but it is the horseshoe charm Tommy always wore around his neck. I had forgotten about it. How could I forget something I had seen on him every day?

“Will you put it on me? Where has it been?” I ask him stupid questions, I know, but it is what comes to me.

“I put it up for this day. I purchased a new chain and put it in my safe. It was the only thing Tommy had left from his dad and it meant a lot to him. I knew he would want you to have it and I knew on this day it would make him seem closer to you.” He takes the necklace and puts it on me. He’s right, as soon as it is on I feel Tommy here in the room with me.

“Thank you, dad. It means the world to me.” I know I can do this now.

“I’m not done yet.” He takes a comb out of his pocket and the minute I see it tears spring to my eyes. It had belonged to grandma. She wore it for special occasions because it had diamonds in the intricate designs and had been in their family for many generations. “Grandma told me or should I say made me promise, I would give this to you on your wedding day. So now you have part of both of them here.” I start to cry. I can’t help it. Dad has made this day perfect in an imperfect situation. I feel complete. Dad pulls me into his arms and hugs me. “You are never too old to come to me. Never. You will always be my baby girl and you remember that. Now dry your face up and let’s get my baby married before I change my mind and lock you in your room until your old and gray.” That’s dad’s way of getting control of his feelings again and I love my big bad biker dad.

“Ok dad. Kelsey will kill us both if I mess up her masterpiece, as she called me.” I don’t want mascara running in my pictures. “Ok daddy let them know we are ready to start.” I look in the mirror and everything is ok. I make sure everything is where it should be. “Let’s do this dad.” I take his arm and we join my friends in the hallway. Callie & Devil

Devil

You are cordially invited to the nuptials of Callie Cheyenne Monroe Black to Kylar “Devil” Damien Steel.

I’m standing at the end of the aisle they have formed with my dad, Keifer, and Hawkeye beside me. They are the three closest people to me and the only people I would have standing beside me at this time. My dad is the man I respect most in this world. He gave me life and he is not only my dad, but my brother in our Feral Steel MC. Keifer is my blood brother and my club brother. Hawkeye has been my friend for the last ten years and he is a club brother. These three men are with me through everything. Right now they are just helping with the nerves of getting this thing done. It’s time now. I hear the music begin and the doors have opened. First down the aisle is her friend Felix. He seems nice enough and he keeps those three females grounded. Behind him is Hanna. She is the one who has had the least amount of contact with us. She seems ok, but Tito said she is being kept at arms length from them right now by her mom. Something to do with her mom and Chief. Keifer has kept an eye on her the last few hours. Apparently him and Kizzy are calling it quits again. Nothing new. I told him hands off. Then there’s Sarah and when she comes down the aisle I see Tito wears nothing but a smile. Definitely something going on there. Now it is Callie’s time. I wait. Then the doors reopen and I get my first glimpse of the woman I am marrying. She is absolutely stunning. She did not go for the traditional dress but a knee length dress with cowboy boots. Damn, if she isn’t beautiful the way she is. I see the earrings in her ears I bought and I want to beat my chest and say mine. Chief brings her down the aisle to me.
Callie

Dad and I made our way down the aisle to where Devil is and he looks gorgeous in his pressed dress shirt with his cut over it and his starched jeans. The perfect specimen of a man. I see his mom sitting behind his side and she is crying. Kelsey and Chelsea are crying, but I just feel at peace. I thought I would dread this, but I don’t. I want this. For once, I chose this. I chose the direction for my destiny to take and it feels freeing. It feels like I belong. Now to get on with the rest of my life with Devil.
Chief

The wedding is over and my baby is gone now. She’s a woman and I have to let her go. It’s one of the hardest things I have ever done. All I want to do now is get drunk, find a club whore and forget for the rest of the night. Life is changing. I don’t like change. I’m sitting in my office reflecting on the day. At least my baby had a beautiful day. Something for her to remember. Then I hear a knock at my door. I knew this day wouldn’t end this easy.

“Come in.” Ty and Driller walk in but behind them the last person I would expect to see. In he comes, along with his two buddies. Mason Brumley, Cru London, and his twin Jeb. “What the hell are you doing here boy? You’re about two hours too late. Callie is a married woman and gone. You have your nerve showing your face here after the shit you pulled with my daughter.

“Sir, I know I screwed up with Callie but I love her. I love her with everything that I am and I will do everything I can to make this up to her.” Mason gives to me but I just am not interested in what he has to say. I get up and walk around my desk and then I have this little fuck by his neck and I slam my fist into him and I let him go so he can hit the floor. Ty is in front of Cru and Driller in front of Jeb.

“Get off my damn floor and quit bleeding everywhere.” I see I ha ve busted his lip open and he is lucky I stopped. “Say your piece and get out. Callie is married and there isn’t anything you can do about it now.” I know I have to hear him out or he will keep coming back. He’s stubborn that way.

“Mr. Black, I love Callie, but I was weak. I won’t give up on her. I know she still loves me and she will realize that and come back to me and I will be here waiting. I’m not resigning and I’m taking an early out. I know I made this mess and I am responsible for Callie marrying this guy, but when she comes back, I will be waiting. I don’t care how long it takes. I will be the man she loves again.” The boy sounds convincing but I know how hard that can be and if Callie hears about him fucking around with her friends she will never come back.

“Well, which one of her friends will you be whoring around with? There are things you don’t understand.” I don’t know what he wants from me. I won’t help him in any way.

“All I’m saying, sir, is I’m waiting on her. Whatever is going on she will g et through and then I will be here. Waiting on only her. I was too late today, but I came as soon as I could get here. I have to go back for about four weeks and I’m leaving day after tomorrow and then I’ll be back. I won’t give up on her. She didn’t give up on me. I owe her that and so much more.” With that they all three leave. Ty, Driller and I are left just wondering what the hell just happened.
Devil

I see the drive for the cabin and I have noticed how Callie has gotten quiet and started fidgeting with her hands. She’s nervous but I don’t know how to calm her down. I park my truck in the drive and get our bags out and Callie is still sitting there. I stick my head back in the cab of the truck.

“Are you coming? You know nothing has to happen tonight. We have all the time in the world. Are you hungry? I’ve been told I can grill a mean hot dog. Ok, I nuke them, but I bet we have some chili and cheese to make them better. Mom knows how I love them and I saw some in the cabinet when I was up here yesterday.”

“You were here yesterday? Why?” she’s still stalling but she is getting out now.

“I came up to check the place out. Make sure the people stocked the food. Make sure there was no repairs needed and no one had damaged anything last time someone was here. Since we’re older, we don’t come here as much. Never enough time. Ma and dad come up, but never check everything out. We have a hot tub on the back deck and I made sure it was working, and cleaned it since it has been awhile since anyone used it. It’ll be ready as soon as I take the cover off and set it. Would you like to use it later?” she looks surprised. We get to the door and I set our bags down and unlock the door and she starts to enter but I stop her and swoop her up bridal style and carry her over the threshold. She’s shocked but laughs. We enter and I set her down on her feet. “I didn’t take you for the traditional type. Nice though. I like it.” She laughs and I see she’s starting to relax. “The hot tub is a good idea to relax. Can we eat first though? I am a little hungry.” She is taking it all in. “This is really nice. As close as we live to Beavers Bend, I have never been here. We usually go to Lake Bob Sandlin when we camp. There’s a little town called Pittsburg and we have a lake house right on the lake. I crappie fish off our dock. There’s three lakes close together and we love it there. This is nice too. We don’t have a hot tub.” I can see she has relaxed and started opening up.

“Do you swim? We usually have a boat here, bu t dad is upgrading and has it at the house right now, but we can go canoeing or kayaking tomorrow. They have places to rent them, but I warn you this water is cold. Very cold.” She looks interested.

“Yeah, that sounds like fun. I love to swim. Show me the rest of the cabin.” I grab our bags and head up the stairs with her right behind me. We take the first bedroom on the right. It’s not my usual room but it has an attached bathroom. I won’t use the master bedroom. Only ma and dad go in there. Dad’s rules.

“ This is nice. Lots of room. You can see through the window on the bed. That is beautiful. Can we go hiking tomorrow? I brought my camera and I could get some awesome nature pictures.” She is looking out the window and I notice how good she looks in my family space. She looks like she could have been here many times. She fits so well into my life.

“Sure we can do whatever you like. I wish we had longer to stay, but the next two days is all I could get away. Maybe we can come back later in the summer. I’m going to put these here and go turn the hot tub on and then fix us some food. You want to come help?” I hope I’m not pushing her. With females, who knows. I’m trying my best to make her feel relaxed with me, but I’m not patient by nature. I want to try for her. Somehow, she makes me want to be more. We make our way back downstairs and I go out and turn the hot tub on and then go back in the kitchen, but she is already getting the hot dogs ready. “Thought I would help out some. How many do you want?” she is putting the hot dogs on to cook and she has cheese out to grate. I get out some plates and get the bread and chips out.

“Three, please. I’m a growing boy have to keep my energy up.” I think about how that sounds and I guess my face says it all because she breaks out laughing.

“You should have seen your face when you realized what you said. It was priceless. Relax. I’m not going to break. I was just nervous. I am fine now.” She laughed so hard she is wiping tears out of the edge of her eyes. I guess she has relaxed some, so I can. We finish and eat in a nice quietness.
Callie

We finish our food and then we clean up everything. I walk into the living room and everything is so nice. I love the way Kat has made it so homey. Nothing is overdone. I think I could live here permanently. I sit on the sofa and Devil comes over and sits beside me. He pulls me onto his lap, and it seems so natural. I face him and he brings me to him and starts a slow sensual kiss. Nothing fast or grabby, just slow and soft. He kisses my lips and scoots me slowly towards him. I am as close to him as I can be sitting like this. His arms have me wrapped up and I feel safe and happy. He doesn’t rush just moves slowly. He runs his tongue so softly over my lips and I open for him and at first our tongues just barely touch and are timid and getting acquainted. He tastes amazing. Just a touch of mint and everything else is all him. A flavor I have never quiet tasted before but I want more of. Do I need to go brush my teeth first? I probably taste like hot dogs.” I ask him. Feeling a little paranoid about I taste.

“No baby, you taste so sweet. Do I taste bad?” he asks me in a husky voice. “Do you want to stop? I’m not rushing you, I just want you closer.” He gets out but he is already putting angel kisses on my neck and it is making me try to get even closer to him.

“You taste amazing and no everything is fine.” I no sooner get the words out and he captures my mouth in another kiss, but this one is deeper and I can feel butterflies in my stomach as I feel him hardening underneath me. But it doesn’t scare me or put me off. I want more. I run my hand up the back of his hair to feel the texture between my fingers. Everything feels so much more. He slowly puts his hand up the back of my shirt and when I feel his hand on my bare skin it’s like every pore in my skin can feel it and I am on fire. He takes his lips from my mouth and runs them over the side of my face. He leaves soft kisses in a trail to my neck and behind my ear. Up and down my neck, I feel his tongue glide slowly over my skin. I am gasping for air. I am trying to calm down but I feel every slow motion and then he nips my earlobe and takes into his mouth and sucks on it lightly. I feel myself getting wet and I can’t help grinding my crotch on the swollen cock under me. This man is driving insane from moving so slowly and never moving too fast. I feel my whole body beginning to get hot.

“Baby can I take your shirt off?” and when I nod my head yes, he quickly lifts it over my head and discards it on the floor. He quickly sees the tattoo I have below my left breast on my side. “For your brother? I like that. Shows your loyalty.” He starts on the other side of my neck moving me around. He slowly kisses that side of my neck the way he did my other, but this time going lower to the top of my breast. He kisses over the tops of my breast while gliding his hands down my sides and across my stomach. He gently moves me to my back with him leaning over me and whispers just loudly enough for me to hear “You are so beautiful. You will never know how badly I want you right now.” His hand undoes the button on my jean shorts and unzips them, but he leaves them on. He positions himself carefully between my legs and comes back down to me and takes one of nipples into his mouth with my bra still on. It is the one that is pierced and it’s like a thousand jolts of electricity has shocked me. It feels so damn good. I finally get the courage to say to him “show me how much you want me. I want more…so much more.”

“Careful baby, I don’t have very much control right now. Is your nipple pierced? God that is so hot. You keep surprising me. What other surprises do you have for me? If you want more I will give it to you, but be careful what you ask for.” He sounds husky and his breathing is heavy and I know he is fighting for control but I want him to let go. I want him to want me as much as I want him. I know what I am asking for and I want it and I want it all now. I need it. My body is on fire and there is something happening to me and I need it so badly. “Give it all to me. I want it all. I’m ready.” I get it out but I can barely understand myself my voice is so low and breathy. He reaches between us and undoes the clasp of my bra and moves it off of me and on the floor with the rest of my clothes. He softly caresses my breasts and brings his mouth to me and begins to suckle me softly. My nipple is getting hard and sensitive. I can feel his tongue lavishing attention on one and then the other so they are both aching for more. I want to feel his skin next to my now moist skin. I reach for his shirt and he helps me get it off and I go for his belt and get it undone. not nearly as smooth as his moves. I am trying to fumble with his zipper when he takes my hand in his and brings it to his mouth and kisses it and I hear him say, “Slow down baby. We’re not in any hurry. We have all the time in the world. I want to make this so good for you.” Then he unzips his pants and pushes them to the floor. He toes his boots off and takes his pants the rest of the way off. He stands there, his cock hard with pre-cum at the head. He must not wear underwear because there is none. He is so big. I hope we fit each other. I notice how muscular and tone his legs are. They look so powerful. His chest is broad with just a little hair. I guess I have never really looked closely at just how sexy this man is. He has model good looks. I start to feel self- conscious about my looks and bring my hands up but he stops me.

“No don’t cover yo urself. You are so beautiful. I could look at you like this forever. Never be embarrassed about being naked in front of me.” It’s like he can read my mind. “I just wanted to look at you for a minute.” He rubs his hand over my sensitive nipple and I feel like I am so close to something, but I don’t know what. I just know I want to be closer to him and I want him to touch me and I want to touch him. I reach up to feel his hard cock. I take him in my hand and I feel his pre-cum coat my hand and I close my hand on the head and squeeze slightly and begin a slow motion running from the head to the shaft and being sure I lubricate my hand with any fluid that comes out. I do this three to four times and pay special attention to the head. Soon he tilts his head back and moans, “Baby that feels so good just like that. Tighten on the head a little more.” I do as he has instructed and I get a deep moan from him and he grasps my hand, “damn girl you have to stop that or this is going to be over way too fast. We probably need to move this upstairs.” He lifts me up swiftly and goes up the stairs, but just as he gets to the bedroom door he stops, “are you sure your ready baby? We can wait but if I take you in there and I get you on the bed it will be hard for me to stop, however, for you I will. Just say the word. You’re in charge, understand? You say it.” Devil is being so damn sweet and understanding.

“I’m sure I want this. I understand you’ll stop. Now let’s do this. I want you Kylar. Now.” I tell him. Letting him know he has the full go ahead. I know he would stop, but I don’t want him to. I’m ready to feel what is next. With that Devil pushes the door open and walks me over to the bed and lays me down gently and crawls in next to me. “I want you to know I am clean. I’ve been tested and I’m completely clean. I trust you. I know you’re a virgin. Are you on any kind of birth control, because I want to start a family now? I know this is not the time to talk about this, but I don’t want you on anything. I want to make babies.” Oh crap I hadn’t even thought about this. I should have. I always have wanted children. Maybe not this young, but soon. We can talk about it later. I just want to get back to the kissing part.

“I’m not on anything and can we talk later. I’m clean. I just had my yearly checkup and you’re right, I’m a virgin. So we can talk later.” I pull him down to me and we start kissing again but this time Devil takes control and he kisses me deeply and like he can’t wait. He pulls back to look at me and I hear him whisper, “So beautiful,” and then he moves to the nipple on my left side and kisses and swipes with his tongue, then takes it into his mouth and slowly sucks it until it is hard and elongated. He flattens his tongue and glides over the tip and then moves to the other side to give that breast the same attention. He slowly moves down my body with his lips leaving behind a trail of fire. Each kiss, each touch bringing my body to life. He is going agonizingly slow. He reaches my bellybutton and he plays with my belly ring with his tongue. When he runs his tongue into my bellybutton my back comes off of the bed and he presses me back down with his hands strongly, but gently, and he runs his hands under my ass cheeks and lifts my pelvis to his mouth. I am beyond embarrassed, but so aroused I can’t protest. He lifts me with one strong arm and parts my lips with his other hand and bends down. When his tongue comes in contact with my clit, it’s all I can do not to jump out of his hold. It feels so good, I want more. He smiles at me and does it again, this time pressing his flattened tongue down harder. I feel myself getting so much wetter. I grind down on him wanting more.

“Patience baby. I will take care of you. Do you want to taste me?” He doesn’t know how badly I do. I nod my head yes, but it is not good enough. “I need to hear you say it so I know this is what you really want.” He looks me in the eye to get my reaction.

“Yes, please. I want to know how you taste. I want to make you feel as good as I do.” I see that he believes me. He leans his body back on his heels. His cock is so hard and big. I get on my knees sideways beside him and bend down and run my tongue underneath the head and back around to the front. I take a hold of it close to his body and begin to move up and down. I look at him in approval and his head is thrown back, so I guess I am doing it right. When I go back down the next time I put the head in my mouth and run my tongue around it. I bring my hand back up and I go down as far as I can, taking in as much as I can, At the same time I take my hand back down. I feel him at the back of my throat and I come back up. Keeping the rhythm of my head and hand and trying to take more. I pull move my tongue around the head and before long I feel myself picked up and pitched on my back. Devil comes up before I know what happened and has my legs spread and his head between them. He presses my legs apart with his arms and holds my lips open and takes my clit into his mouth and sucks gently while moving his mouth gently. This is sensory overload. I can hardly breathe. My feet are hot and a tingle starts and runs up my legs. My muscles in my stomach are fluttering. I am so wet. I want more. I need more. “Kylar, please I need more. Please.” I am so wet. He sticks two fingers in me and starts a torturous rhythm. Then he licks me again and I feel my face heating and I feel the start of spasms. “Kylar, I need you. Something feels so damn good.” Kylar moves up to me and he says “Hold on this is going to hurt but I can’t help it.” Then he enters me and I feel the pinch of pain and he stills. I grow accustom to his size and I need him to move.

“Kylar, please move. I need you to move.” At that Kylar starts to move and I feel it again. I want more. I start trying to move with him. We start moving together and I feel it. Oh shit! It feels so damn good. My whole body is on fire. I move and I roll him over and I don’t know what I’m doing, but I have to keep moving and grinding on him, it feels amazing. Then I can’t move anymore and everything is so right, “Kylar, oh god! It feels so good.” I slump over him and he keeps moving inside me and turns me to my back.

Chapter 48

Devil

Callie is so damn beautiful. She keeps wanting me to move faster, but I don’t want to hurt her. Being inside of her is unbelievable. She is so tight and so wet. I am trying my best to make this last but she is not making it easy. It’s her first time and it needs to be perfect for her. She rolls us over and she is grinding on my cock so good. Damn I’m not going to last. I feel it in my lower spine I’m going to erupt soon. Oh, hell she’s feeling it. I feel her muscles tightening around me.

“Kylar, oh god! It feels so good.” She slumps over me and I feel her cum leaking down my cock. I turn her on her back and I can’t hold back anymore. I push inside hard and pull myself almost all the way out and thrust back in and I feel my balls shrink up and I erupt inside of her with such force my eyes roll back. I give it two more strokes and my body feels like I have run a marathon. I am completely spent. I roll over to my side but stay inside of Callie and pull her into my arms as tight as I can get her. I have never felt like this before. I never want to cuddle after sex, but this feels like so much more. I couldn’t let her go if I had to. I want to keep her in my arms and keep her safe. Callie is mine and I will never let her go. Never! I wake up and it is dark all around us. I don’t even remember drifting off to sleep. Callie is still sleeping and I slip away from her and grab a pair of shorts out of my bag then slip into the bathroom. I decide to take a quick shower. I get clean and I feel great. I haven’t felt this good in a while. Then it hits me, I am falling for Callie. She gives me a peace inside I have not had. I know when I get back, dad and I are going to talk and I am going to fix this. My mind drifts to Bri and the way we used to be. We had become toxic for each other before she left. I know that now. It’s like the feelings I have for Callie has taken my blinders off, or maybe it’s just being able to relax and not have all the baggage. Callie is good and untainted and I want that good in my life. I will make up to her the way we started out and we will have a good life together. We can have a life like my ma and dad. That’s what I’ve always wanted. I see that now. I will fix this. We’ll give Chief and the BlackPath MC what they need to get Tommy’s killer and I will tie Callie to me so she won’t want to leave me. I will do what I have to so she will fall in love with me.

I finish up and go downstairs, being quiet so I don’t wake Callie. I go out and turn the hot tub off. We can do that tomorrow. Then I go back into the kitchen and look in the fridge and get some block cheese out and cut some slices and put them on a plate. I grab some crackers from the cabinet and get some grapes from the fridge. Looks good to me. I grab a beer for me and a bottle of water for her and head back up the stairs. It’s only a little after ten so I’ll wake Callie for a snack and she can clean up and we can finish our first night as husband and wife together. Maybe talking a little. I want to know everything about her. This is new for me. I don’t understand it, but I’ll go with it. As soon as I get in the room I see Callie is still sleeping, so I set the plate and drinks down and go into the bathroom and start her some warm bath water. I look under the sink and find some of those salts women like so much and put a little in the water. I return to the bedroom and go over by the bed and I see Callie is moving around so I turn the bedside light on and bend over and kiss Callie on the forehead. “Wake up sleepy head. You need to eat a little and drink some water and then soak in some warm water so you won’t be so sore tomorrow.” She opens her eyes and reaches for the water, so I hand it to her and I get up to go turn the water off in the tub.

“Are you a master at taking a woman’s virginity so you know everything to do?” she asks still sounding half asleep. I’m sure she wouldn’t have asked that question if she was completely awake.

“No you are my first, I asked my ma. I know very little about being gentle. I had to get pointers. It was an odd conversation. Hopefully the only of its kind that I have with her.” She looks shocked when I get back to our bed.

“You told Kat I was a virgin?” she sounds like it was a big secret. She sounds a little embarrassed.

“No silly. After she talked to you she told me. I don’t know how she knew, she just did. She told me how to take care of you. She really likes you. So I promised, a small snack, keep you hydrated, a soak in a warm bath, and no more sex until tomorrow. Oh yeah, I almost forgot, if you are still too uncomfortable, two ibuprofens and then a good night sleep.” I tell her just like ma told me and I hope she goes along with it. I don’t want her uncomfortable.

“I’m glad she knew, I hadn’t a clue. No mom here. Dad sure as heck wouldn’t have such a talk. Most female stuff I had to get from Zman’s wife, Kelsey. Dad liked to of hit the roof when I started my period. He sent all the clubs ol’ ladies over. I was embarrassed. They all had something different to say. The only thing they agreed on was eat a lot of chocolate. Doesn’t help, but it’ll make you happier.” She takes a drink of her water and then kinda laughs, “You know to think about it, that’s their answer for everything.”

“Well I didn’t bring chocolate but I have cheese, crackers, and grapes. How is that? I can go downstairs and see if I can find some chocolate.” I would try if she wanted me too.

“No worries. I’m a little sore, okay maybe more than a little, but besides that I’m good. The bath should fix that maybe. but if not maybe the sleep tonight.” She reaches over and takes a slice of cheese and a couple of grapes. I get my beer, take the top off and take a long drink. It is still cool and tastes good going down, but I almost spit it out when she asks, “So was I horrible? I mean the sex, was it horrible? I didn’t know what I was doing, but if your patient with me I will learn to make it better for you.”

“Baby, you were perfect. It was great. It’s never felt so good. I promise.” I see in her eyes she doesn’t believe me but we were terrific together. “You need to understand; I love it that you are inexperienced. That means I get to teach you everything. No other man has had what belongs to me. You will have all your firsts with me and that brings out the man in me more.” I hope she understands how much what she gave to me meant. “Now come on, let’s get you in the tub to soak for a while so we can get some sleep. Tomorrow we have a lot to see and do. Sometime or another we have to discuss about what happens when we get home.” She likes that idea. She hops right up and goes for the tub.

Chapter 49

Callie

I wake up wrapped up in Devil’s arms. I feel rested, but I need to pee. I don’t know how I’m going to get up without waking him. I try moving but when I do he moves with me. I hate leaving this warm spot, but I gotta go. I wiggle out from under him and he opens his eyes and tries to tighten his grip.

“If you don’t want a warm waterbed, you need to let me up.” He releases me and I wiggle out and turn and run to the bathroom. I take care of my pressing business, then brush my teeth. I wonder about a shower but just as I turn Devil comes in, reaches for his tooth brush, and I decide to leave him to do his morning thing. Sharing the bathroom in the mornings is going to take some getting used to. I look at the bed and I think back to last night. I feel warm all over. Devil said after my bath last night we were going to sleep the rest of the night and we did sleep some, but he woke me up twice more during the night. I am quite sore this morning, but it is a good sore. I can’t believe the things we did. I can’t believe I waited eighteen years for this. I feel happy. Content. Devil is nothing like I expected. He was sweet and tender. He held and talked to me afterwards. I know I have to keep my heart locked away. This is an arrangement, but Devil is just so much more. I’m brought out of my thoughts by a ringing phone. I look around and it is Devil’s phone going off so yell out, “your phone is going off. You…” I am cut off by Devil answering his phone. I grab some clothes out of my bag and head back in for a shower. I set my water and undress, then step into the warm stream of water. It feels good on my sore body. I’m letting it soak my hair and run down my face when I hear the door open. I’m a little shocked, but then I realize it is just Devil. I’m still not used to my body being on display but I am trying to relax and go with it. The shower curtain pulls back and Devil steps in and I can tell something is wrong, but I don’t know whether to ask what. The phone call could have been club business and I know that is off limits. He takes the shampoo and squirts a little on my head and starts to scrub. It feels really good, but he hasn’t uttered a word. Finally, as he tilts my head back, I can’t take it anymore. “Everything ok?” Maybe that will get me some kind of response.

“I don’t know. That was dad. There’s been some trouble at the club and I’m needed back home so we need to cut this short. I will make it up to you, but I am needed, because not only is there club problems, but Kim showed up at home with a black eye that her boyfriend gave her and dad is livid. I have to get back to help handle everything.” I can tell Devil is worried so I take the shampoo and start to wash his hair.

“It’s ok. I know club and family issues are important. What kind of boyfriend hits his girlfriend? Is Kat coping ok? Is there anything I can do?” he pulls me to him and I drop the shampoo bottle.

“You know most women would bitch about cutting our honeymoon short, but your first reaction is, how is ma? You are truly amazing and you’re not asking a ton of questions about the club I can’t answer. You are perfect for me.” With that he gives me a deep kiss that says so much. His hands start to slide across my breasts and he backs me into the shower wall. “We don’t have much time but I have to have you again.” His cock is hard and has already found its way between my legs. I grab a hold of the head with my soapy hand and slide all the way down the shaft and hear him hiss his approval. He takes me by my hips and turns me around. “Put your hands on the wall to hold yourself. I was gentle last night but I need you too much right now to be slow and easy.” He puts the head of his cock at my wet entrance and drive into me hard and fast. At first it stings and I feel a small pain, but then he guides my hand to my clit. His hand, with mine, starts massaging my clit. It begins to feel good and I relax and he pulls almost all the way out and slams back in. “Rub yourself baby. Make it feel good for me. The thought of you getting yourself off in front of me is so hot. Faster, I’m not going to last long. Get there, baby.” As he’s talking he is pulling out and slamming back in and I have never felt so full and I feel that anticipation again. I can feel the beginning of my orgasm. He’s pounding away and I feel it begin, “give it all to me baby. I’m right there with you.” Then my body comes undone right there in the shower by my own hand with him behind me. I feel his cum shooting in spurts into me. It feels so damn good. My body goes limp, but Devil catches a hold of me and doesn’t let me fall. All I want to do is be right here with him. I feel so complete. After a minute or two or ten, Devil pulls out of me and I feel the loss. I want to pull him back, but I know we have to get moving, so I hug him. Before I know it, I can’t believe the words I hear coming out of my mouth, “I’m going to have to watch myself around you Kylar Steel or I will fall in love with you.” I can’t believe I said that. I can’t have those feelings for Devil. I still love Mason…or I think I do. I need to keep my feelings in check. This is an arrangement and love has nothing to do with this. It was just good sex.

“Don’t worry darling, if you fall I will catch you. I will never let you fall or let you down.” Then he kisses me again and turn backs around and starts rinsing off. What did he mean by that? What did I mean? I think I may be in over my head. That’s it, I have to keep my head about me. I keep thinking to myself, he may get my body but he will not get my heart. I left that with the man I love. I keep repeating it. I know I love Mason. Don’t I? Can I have feelings for two men? It’s just sex is new to me. I am mixing the two feelings up. What is wrong with me? I’m not an emotional mess like this. Things are changing too fast. I need to keep my head about me. I can’t give another man the chance to screw me up even worse than I am. I have to distance myself. I’m hoping if I keep saying this to myself it will stick in my head.

“Hey, are you still with me? Everything alright baby?” He looks so concerned. “We really need to get cleaned up and get out of here. Dad is expecting us and we still have an hour drive.” He puts conditioner in my hair and starts to massage it in and I pull back. This is the kind of stuff that has to stop. It is unexpected. I’ve never had this before and I can see myself craving just this kind of attention.

“I can do this so you can finish up, so we can hurry. We don’t want to keep your dad waiting.” It was the best I could come up with. He moves over and washes his hair and soaps up and rinses off.

“Ok baby, I’m all done. I’ll start getting things ready to go so you can finish up.” He bends down and gives me a kiss on the tip of my nose. “Hurry. We need to get moving.” As soon as he steps out I feel better, but then again I want him back. I am so screwed.

Chapter 50

Devil

All the way home Callie has seemed distant. We’re almost there and I have to take Callie to ma’s house instead of home, hoping to keep Kizzy away from her. Plus Kim’s psycho boyfriend is in the wind, but I will track him down and make him wish he’d never l aid a hand on my family. Things can never be simple or happen one at a time. Kizzy has gone off and fucked around on my brother, only difference, he caught her this time. The ass she was fucking with had a jealous wife, and she hired a PI and now Keifer has seen the pictures. Kizzy actually flaunted them in his face after she was escorted out of our wedding. She couldn’t wait until she could throw it in his face last night. I’m surprised Keifer didn’t shoot them both. Dad could have handled that alone but when Kim, his baby, shows up at home with a black eye and bruised up, that he is finding hard to deal with. Dad had to have his VP for backup. I know Callie understands this. She’s lived it most of her life. Now I have to keep Kizzy away from Callie or this whole thing will blow up in our faces. Ma can keep an eye on Callie while I help dad. Kizzy knows better than to go to my parents’ home. Ma would beat her ass.

“When we get to town I’m taking you to my parents’ home so you can stay with Ma and Kim, while we take care of club business. Will you promise me to stay put and help ma with Kim? There’s no telling what that idiot might do. I don’t want you in danger.” I try to stress to help ma, because I know they have formed a friendship and maybe that will keep her put.

“Sure, I will help Kat anyway I can. Is there anything else I can do? I will do anything I can to help.” I knew she would understand. Everything happening so fast probably just has her distracted.

“This where I grew up. I love it here. I know you’re used to Texas, but I hope you come to love Oklahoma, too.” I’m nervous about how she will take being away from her family. “We are going to finish the business with Chief as soon as we get these situations under control. Then Tommy will be able to rest and we can get on with our lives. We’re going to have a good life Callie.” I see the driveway to my parents’ home, our compound and the house we will be living in. I slow down and turn in. We drive by the tall fenced in clubhouse and she looks interested.

“That’s the clubhouse. We fenced it in about a year ago for privacy and security.” I keep driving and we come to the smaller brick house we will be staying in.

“This is our place. As soon as we get everything taken care of for the club I will come and get you and we can go home. It’s not real big but it’s homey and close to the club.” I notice both Callie’s truck and car are in the drive. I will have to put them in the garage on my way out.

“Great my bags and everything are in my car. At least my clothes have arrived. My other stuff should get here later.” She seems happy about that and she’s talking more. She had probably just been tired earlier. I hate our honeymoon was interrupted, but we have to contain Kizzy and Deacon has to be dealt with. I have to stay on top of things. I am going to make this a real marriage no matter what it started out as.

“And this is my parents’ home. Big isn’t it?” I see her scoping it out. It is really big for two people, but they always have extras. They always have a full table at meal times. My ma loves to mother everyone. She would have had twelve children if it had been left up to her. The doctors said after the difficult pregnancy she had with Kim, she needed to stop and dad said enough. So now she drags in every straggler she can find. We drive up further into the driveway and I see Dad and Keifer’s bikes and Kim’s Camaro and mom’s SUV. My bike is around back and I park right beside it. I get out, take Callie’s bag out and she gives me a questioning look, “I am bringing your bag in because we may be gone for a while and I don’t want you out that door. This way you will have everything you need. No excuses.” I want to emphasize the safety precautions.

“Oh, ok. I’ll stay put. I wouldn’t want to worry anyone.” Her answer is short and to the point. “I’m still sleepy so maybe I can nap.”

“I’m sure ma won’t mind.” She’s keeping something from me but I don’t have time to get it out of her so I will just leave it for now. We walk through the back door into the kitchen and I see my baby sister’s face and I feel a rage go through me like I have never felt before. Kim and I may not be close anymore, but I would kill over that girl. Her eye is swollen nearly shut and her lip is swollen. I will put Deacon in the ground for this. I put Callie’s bag down but before I can get to Kim, Callie has come around me and gone to Kim and has her in her arms. Kim relaxes and takes the comfort from Callie. I feel this overwhelming need to kiss Callie right here, and I do. I put my arms around Callie and Kim and I give Callie a quick kiss on the lips and I kiss the top of Kim’s head. I know in this minute I will never let Callie go. I am holding both women and my ma comes over and puts her arms around my back. I have three teary eyed women surrounding me. Dad catches my eye and he is smiling and shaking his head and I know he understands my feelings. Keifer is standing beside the coffee maker refilling his cup and he has a shit eating grin on his face and I know he knows, too. Callie has been in my life no time and my family already know she owns me. Now we just have to dig ourselves out of this mess we have gotten into. I look down at Kim and I let Callie go. Ma goes back and sits at the table with dad. Callie sits down in the chair closest to us. I look from her and then back to Kim. I really don’t know what to say, “Kim this is Callie, my wife. Callie, Kim my sister.” Sounds dumb but it is the only thing I can think of. The rage I have inside from looking at my sister and the emotions I have going on for Callie are just foreign to me. I need time to adjust.

“No shit, Einstein. I think we figured out who everyone is.” That’s my baby sister’s smart mouth. She never knows when to stay quiet. I am in no mood for Smart mouth.

“Since you’re so smart then tel l me where Deacon is, so I can put him to ground. Because he sealed his fate when he raised a hand to you. Tell me everything.” I am on edge and I know what I just said came out harsh, but I am so pissed I need my hands on that man now.

“Calm down Kylar,” Ma always the peace maker, “Kimberly has heard it all from your dad and Keifer. The three of you and the club will take care of Deacon.” Ma is trying to keep it together when emotions are running so high. “Let’s take a minute and breathe.”

“Ma, I will breathe when that mother fucker is in the ground.” I let Kim go and get two cups from the cabinet and pour Callie and myself some coffee. Then I get the plate of pastries from the counter top and set in front of Callie. Some husband I am, I forgot to stop and feed her. “Are you hungry babe? I’m sorry I forgot to stop.”

“I’m good. Just coffee. Thank you.” Callie is quiet. She keeps looking between my ma and Kim.

 

“Hon you want me to fix you something?” Ma asks Callie.

 

“No ma’am. I’m good. Just black coffee will do it. Thank you.” Callie is so polite. She really likes my ma. “Is there anything I can do to help? Anything at all?”

“Thank you sweetie, but right now everything is done.” I can see the anger in ma’s eyes over what happened to Kim, but I know she thinks if she goes off we will all lose it. She is always our voice of reason. She’ll just stay busy taking care of us and let her anger simmer. Only dad will see it.

“We need to get to the club. I’ve called church. We were just waiting on you two to get back. We will leave no rock left unturned for that boy to hide under. We have a lot of business to take care of. Let’s go boys. I want you three to stay in the house. There will be a prospect on guard at all times. Not that I think that asshole has the nerve to step foot on our property, but just in case. Callie, darling, I know you have snuck off on Chief before. Don’t try it here. This is for your safety.” Dad is firm with Callie and I understand his concern, but she is mine and when we get to church he will become aware of that. He’s my dad and my president, but Callie is mine now. I kiss my ma and then Kim on the forehead. I approach Callie and she meets me halfway, I take her in my arms and kiss her like a husband should. Then I lean down and whisper in her ear, “Be good babe and I will be back when I can.” Then I give her one more kiss on top of the head.

“Don’t worry Devil. I’ll stay put and I’ll be waiting when you get back.” And she hugs me hard. I hate leaving her. I’ve never felt this way before. Then I let her go and walk out the door. When I am outside by my bike, my dad and Keifer come over by me, and dad says in a hushed voice, “Looks like things may have changed for you overnight. Where’s your head at?” he looks at me and shakes his head, “Damn, that girl already changed you. I knew she was special but I thought it would take longer for you to realize it.”

“She hasn’t changed me, dad. She’s just different and I have feelings for her. I don’t know how or even why, but I won’t let them go.” I give it to him straight because I know better than trying to bullshit my dad. He can see right through me. Always has been able to.

“So you’re going to hang Bri out to dry? You are a piece of work.” Keifer lets his opinion be known.

“No you idiot, I’m not hanging Bri out to dry. I am still helping her get out of her situation but feelings change.” Keifer needs to back the hell off. I would never do that.

“Ok, boys. Let’s take this to church. This affects the whole club, so let’s get to the club.” Dad knows the club will be on my side but we have to go through the motions.

Chapter 51

Steel

Heading into the clubhouse from the looks of the parking lot, most everyone is here. I haven’t liked the things going on inside this club for some time. Brothers putting this club in the middle of shit with their bitches is going to come to an end. My sons included. Devil had us tied in knots over Bri, and now Stone with Kizzy. They are both better off without those bitches. Both had been club whores and for some reason my sons decided to keep them around. It ends today. I walk into the room and there are brothers already at the bar drinking.

“Church, now. No exceptions. Everyone’s ass better be in a chair when it starts.” I walk on into the room and sit at the head of the table while Hacksaw, my SAA, and Buzz, our Road Captain take all weapons and phones. I waste no time when everyone is in.

“Come to order, we have a ton of shit to get to.” I wait for everyone to quiet down. “Ok, first order of business, Kimberly showed at our house. That asshole, Deacon, beat on her and left her bruised.” I let that soak in for a minute and hear all of their shock.

“We are going to end this piece of trash. I want favors called in. Every rock looked under. I want him brought to the club and he will face club justice. Everyone for yay, against nay.” It goes around the table and it is unanimous. Club justice.

“Good, now. Kizzy is our next issue. Stone she is your woman and you are responsible. She has brought shit down on us for the last time. Either get shod of her or you’re out. She’s not allowed back on Club property. All club property. She’s spreading her legs for every dick that will drop in it. Your choice. She has to be contained. Yay for yes. Nay for no.” again it goes around the table and again it is unanimous. Including Stone.

“So far so good. Devil bring us up to date on your situation with Callie. From the looks of things this morning things may have changed.” He looks at me and waits for me to take it from there.

“Everyone here knows about our deal with Chief. Callie and I were married. As soon as we deal with Deacon, we will finish our part of that up by turning over all information we have and Grit. Grit was Tommy’s other shooter so everyone is up to date. Things with Callie have changed for me. I will be keeping Callie as my wife and I am claiming her as my ol’ lady.” I let them have that small part first.

“What about Brianne? I thought she was your ol’ lady. We backed you taking Callie as your wife temporarily until we could get Brianne back from Diamondback. Don’t he want you two married and her knocked up so he can have a grandson? You need to explain to us how you’re going to work that one out.” That all came from Stone. He’s questioning his own brother in front of the whole club.

“You’re right Stone. I’m giving Bri up, and claiming Callie. Things change. Our deal with Diamondback, is that I marry Callie. After she is pregnant, we get Bri back. Diamondback gets a male heir and Bri is set free and our debt to him for the arms deal is clear. Same plan. Only I keep Callie. Bri is free to live her life. No big deal.” I hope Devil has gone over this plan. It seems like it might work.

“What happens when Chief finds out Diamondback was involved?” this came from Hacksaw. Always the thinker.

“I am going to tell him. We will deal with it. One way or another. Either way I’m not giving Callie up.” Devil seems determined. How this girl hooked my son in one night is surprising. I figured it would happen. I just thought it would take longer for his stubborn ass.

“What happens when Diamondback finds out? Do you really believe all he wants from Callie is an heir? No contact or relationship?” Slick, the oldest of the Feral Steel asks this. This could be true but I will have to deal with that later.

“If that happens, I will approach Callie with the idea, but she is mine and I will protect her.” Devil seems to have thought of all the angles. I don’t know why Diamondback would want to harm his daughter, but I will have to keep that idea in the back of my mind. Chief doesn’t want any contact between the two and he will fight this idea.

“What happens when Callie finds out you lied to her? You know she hates Karen, her mom. She’s involved too, and I don’t think that will go over well with Callie or Chief or any of the BlackPath MC. I’ve heard they have a price on her head.” This is from Stone again. He doesn’t like Devil’s tactics. I have heard the same thing, but don’t know if it is true. Devil will have to tell Callie before anyone else does and that means keeping Callie away from Kizzy, Bri’s sister.

“I will tell Callie after I work it out with Chief. We will work it out. I don’t want Karen anywhere near Callie either, or I will end her. All I know is I am claiming Callie now, today. She is mine. She may already be pregnant.” Devil let’s that sink in. “And that baby would be mine and it would be Feral Steel MC.” I look at their faces and I see acceptance. Devil will win this one.

“Ok, Devil if that is the way you want to play it. Is Callie worth a war on two fronts?” I have to ask, but I already know the answer, still I have to make sure.

“She was worth the fight before I had her and since I’ve gotten to know her, she is definitely worth it. So put it to a vote.” Devil knows his brothers have his back. He trusts that above all else and so do I.

“Yay for yes. Nay for no.” it goes around the table and there was only one hesitation and that was Stone but he did vote yay. “Unanimous again. Callie is your ol’ lady. We will deal with Chief and Diamondback. We will also help Bri, but then she is out like Kizzy. Those two sisters are too much trouble.”

“Tito it is good to have you back at the table. I want you on Deacon. Find him. Anything else? Nothing? Ok, everyone out there hitting pavement. I’m leaving Runt to look after our women at my house. One of ours has been done wrong. Time for payback and justice. Let’s drink a beer.” With that we all collect our phones and weapons and we hit the bar. Today we hunt the man who hurt my daughter and one of ours. We won’t rest until we find him.
Callie

I hear noises from the other room and I wake with a start. At first I don’t know where I’m at, but I remember Devil left me at his parent’s house hours ago. I had finally gotten tired and came into the spare room to take a nap. It seemed like we had talked forever, but we hadn’t heard anything before I came in here. It’s dark outside now, so I know I have been in here a few hours. I must have been more tired than I thought. Devil and I really hadn’t slept but a few hours the night before. I hear raised voices again but I don’t really recognize the voice. I get up as quietly as I can and look out my window. I don’t see anything unusual. Of course, here I don’t really know what unusual is. I go to the window that faces the back of the house and I see a truck that wasn’t there before I went to sleep. Something feels off. I don’t know what, but dad always says go with your gut, so I get my phone and call Devil. He picks up on the third ring.

“Something wrong babe? I’m kind of busy right now.” He sounds a little irritated but I had rather be safe than sorry.

“Well I don’t know. I fell asleep in the spare room and I hear raised voice in the other room.” I stall for a minute but I have him on the phone so I need to just spit it out, “Something feels off about it, so I looked out the back window and there’s a red Ford truck out there. It wasn’t there before. My gut tells me there is something wrong.” I stop and hope I’m not being stupid.

“Ok, you did the right thing. We are in town, but Dad is calling the club to see if anyone has made it back. Stay in the bedroom. That’s Deacon’s truck.” He no sooner finishes talking and I hear a gun shot. “Was that a gun shot?” I drop my phone and get my gun out of my purse. I can hear Devil yelling on the phone but I don’t have time to wait. I try to be as quiet as I can and make my way down the hall. If they are in the Livingroom, I will be exposed when I get to the end of the hall but hopefully they are in the kitchen. Luck is on my side. They are in the kitchen. I get as low as I can when I sneak up to the entrance. I see from where I’m at that there is one man and he has Kat tied to a chair and Kim is setting in a chair on the other side of her. Deacon’s back is to me. I am easing in as quietly as possible. I hear motorcycles coming in the distance and Deacon must have heard them about the same time because his head comes up. I hear him cussing Kim, and he backhands her hard enough to knock her out of the chair. She hits her head on the edge of the table and I see blood. Kat goes crazy trying to get out of the chair and I see Deacon is going to shoot her, so I know I have to make my move. I am down on my knees and I lunge myself towards Kat, hoping to knock her chair out of the way and I shoot at Deacon. After that everything goes black and all I feel is cold.
Devil

The whole ride home all I can think of is Callie. Please let her be ok. I can’t accept any other option. Ma and Kim have to be ok. I see the drive ahead but I hear the sirens before I get there. I don’t know who took the turn faster. The five of us are hell bent to get there. As we roll past the clubhouse the parking lot is empty. I think I see an ambulance by dad’s house but I can’t see for sure yet. Then I see the county deputies truck beside dad’s drive and I have a feeling in the pit of my stomach someone I love is hurt. Dad, Stone, Hacksaw, Ax and I have been together all day and we’re all beyond tired. It’s close to ten at night and I can’t see a lot in front of the house. I just see the ambulance and deputy’s truck and some of my brother’s bikes. We park close to the drive and walk the rest of the way since it is blocked with bikes. I see Kim sitting at the back of the ambulance and ma with her, but I can’t see Callie. Dad and I walk over by them but the sheriff stops us and ask our business here. Of course he knows but he likes to look tough in front of his men. Truth be told he has been on our payroll for years.

“Kat are you and Kimberly ok? Where’s Callie? What in the hell happened? Devil got a phone call from Callie and then she ran off.” Dad is anxious and what he says comes out harsh but he puts his hand on ma’s back to soften it.

“Deacon came after Kimberly. He shot C allie and ran out the back door and took off.” Ma is crying and we can barely make out what she is saying. “They won’t let us leave to get to the hospital.” That’s all I need to hear. I turn and run for my bike. I have to get to Callie. I knew something was wrong. I get to my bike and leave without a word. I hear two bikes behind me and I know it is Stone and Hacksaw. I have to get to my woman. To the woman I love. Town is normally a thirty-minute drive, but we made it in twenty minutes. I park my bike and take off at a run to the emergency room entrance. I’m already to the desk and badgering the nurse there before Stone and Hacksaw make it inside.

“Mr. Steel you will have to calm down or I will have to call security. They just got your wife set up and it will be a little while before we know anything. You can take a seat in the waiting room and a doctor will be out to talk to you. I will stick my head in to see if I can find anything out if you take a seat.” I stare the nurse down but she never flinches. Stone pulls me into the waiting area.

“Devil you have to calm down before they throw your ass out. Sit down so she can check.” I go with him and sit down, but I am too nervous to sit still, so I get up and begin to pace. I see dad’s SUV pull up in the drive and Dad, ma, and Kim get out. Then I see most of the brothers are in the parking lot. Soon this hospital will be full of Feral Steel MC. Dad comes in and looks at me and then takes me over to a corner so we can talk. Stone and Hacksaw follow. “Son, your woman saved your ma and Kimberly. Deacon was going to shoot your ma and take your sister. Callie wasn’t in the room but she snuck in and jumped in front of the shot and took it herself. She shot Deacon, too. The cops don’t know that part. We have her gun and we have Deacon. He’s shot but not dead. The guys at the club got there first and got him out of there. They hid his truck. As soon as we know how Callie is, we will deal with him.” Dad is beside himself with worry. Callie jumped in front of a damn bullet for my ma. If I did not know before, I am now sure I am in love with Callie. She is my woman. She has to be alright. Stone and Hacksaw are as speechless as I am. Callie hasn’t even known us very long and she takes a bullet for one of ours. She is now Feral Steel MC. We owe her. I see in their eyes they feel the same. I go and sit beside my ma and wait for word. It seems like we have sat out here forever when a doctor finally comes out. “Callie Steel family.” We all stand. “Immediate family.”

“I’m her husband and this is our family so go ahead.” He might as well go ahead and tell us all at once.

“Ok. Mrs. Steel is still unconscious. The bullet went through her right side. I cleaned it up and she has a few stitches. The reason she is still unconscious is she has a severe concussion. Apparently she hit her head hard when she landed from what I gathered. We will be keeping her here at least overnight, maybe a couple of days depending on the concussion, and if she has any infection. Perhaps everyone should go home tonight and come back in the morning when I will know more.” With that the doctor gets up to leave.

“When can I see my wife? I’m not leaving. I’ll be staying the night with her.” There are not enough men to make me leave Callie. I need to see her to make sure she is ok and then I won’t be leaving until she does.

“Mr. Steel she will be in a room soon, if you give me about thirty minutes you can go back with her. I’ll tell the nurse you’ll be staying, but only you. The rest of you will have to wait until morning.” With that he leaves. I can finally breathe.

“I called Chief on the way here. He’s waiting on your call. He’s on a run out of state, so he can’t get here but that could be a break for you. We can take care of Deacon before we talk to him.” Dad is telling me this but all I can think is Callie is hurt and I need to get to her. I can no longer deny I love her to myself. I don’t know why or how but Callie has become so important to me. When I knew she was hurt I couldn’t function, I only knew I had to get to her. I can’t even explain it to myself.

“Chief is going to be out for blood. He is very protective of his girl.” Stone says this as if I didn’t know it already.

“Chief isn’t the only one out for blood. Callie is mine to take care of now. Ma you need to order that ol’ lady property patch for me. I needed it yesterday. Callie is going to know I love her and my claim is whole and this is no longer just an arrangement. Now tell me what went on in the house tonight ma. I was talking to Callie on the phone and I told her to stay put but she doesn’t listen very well. That’s something she is going to learn.” I’m a little pissed at her for not listening but I have to table that until she gets home. She’ll get my point or she’ll get a red ass.

“Kylar, I know you’re upset, but if she hadn’t of come out of her room I would probably be dead. Deacon was going to shoot me and from where he was at he wouldn’t have missed. Callie actually jumped in front of me knocking my chair over and shot at the same time. I have never seen anything like it. Deacon was going to leave me for dead and take Kimberly, so Callie saved us both. We owe her our lives.” As ma says the last part she starts to cry and ma is no crier, so I know she was scared. I had heard the story earlier but it still made a cold chill run up my back for what could have happened, how much worse this could be right now.

“Kylar, I’m sorry. I never thought Deacon was that unbalanced. I should have listened to everyone about him.” Kim is crying and I know she feels bad, but right now I just can’t find any sympathy. We all told her he was an overly controlling asshole. These two women need to leave soon. They are too emotional. Going on about things we can’t change now.

“There’s nothing any of you can do tonight. They’ re only going to let me in, so everyone needs to go home. Maybe by tomorrow they’ll let you see her. Stone will you go across the street and get me some food? I’ll probably want it later and I’m not leaving her side.” Stone is up and out the door. Then a thought comes to me. “Where was the prospect we left at the house?” I couldn’t even remember his name.

“Deacon killed him. Stabbed him. I don’t know how that asshole got the drop on him with that big truck.” Dad was right. Deacon’s truck was big and loud.

“The prospect you left was a friend of Deacon’s. I thought I recognized him but it didn’t click until this happened.” This just keeps getting better. Kim looks like she is going to fall apart again.

“Look, all I need is the food tonight. Could you bring me a change of clothes and some stuff to clean up in the morning? They may keep her, so you might pack me a bag and pick her up some things.” I just want everyone to leave and me to be able to see Callie.

“I’m leaving Buzz outside just in case. We’ll be back first thing. We’re staying at the club tonight and we’ll take care of the rest when you get home. Call Chief. He’s her dad. He needs to hear the rest from you. Walk outside for a minute with me, ma will wait in case they come out for you.” I don’t want to leave but if dad needs to talk then I have no choice. I get up but I stop and kiss Kim and ma on top of their heads and then I walk out the sliding doors with dad close behind. As soon as we are far enough out no one can overhear, he stops me and looks at me. “Devil, I am talking to you as your President now and not your dad. Before you can give Callie your cut to make her your ol’ lady you need to get our club shot of Brianne. You took responsibility of Brianne and now you have to see it through. As soon as it is done then I would love for you to make Callie your ol’ lady, but club business first. You and Callie are married and she knows nothing about Brianne, so Callie is going nowhere. You have time, but we need to take care of business as soon as Callie is out of this hospital.” I know dad hates saying this to me but club business comes first, and I have my responsibility to the club because I did take responsibility for Bri. I love Callie but dad is right, she’s not going anywhere. I just want this taken care of, but I won’t leave Callie before she is completely healed. I left before and she was hurt. Then I see Stone drive up next to us.

“Ok. But I’m not going anywhere until I know Callie is ok. She needs time to heal.” Dad eyes me closely without saying anything. He’s thinking it over. Stone walks up and hands me my food bag. Dad looks across the parking lot and then back inside the hospital doors.

“I will get Chief the information he needs and deliver him what he is waiting on. I will run interference between him and you about Callie, but I tell you Devil, as a dad myself, nothing would keep me away from Kimberly if she was hurt and she would be going home with me. Figure out how you are going to handle him. I will also deal with Diamondback for now. He’s not going to be happy to find out Callie is hurt. When we go and deal with him for Brianne, you will be going. Stone will be staying here to watch out for the women. That way we will know it will be done right.” Dad is taking on a lot and I know he has been wanting to slow down but I’ll take it for now. I need it for Callie.

“Don’t worry Devil, I’ll take care of her just like I do Kim and ma. We all owe her now. I’ll protect her with my life.” Stone is trying to reassure me but all I can think about is what happened tonight.

“Ok boys. Settled. Let’s get back to the women. Oh and Devil, we will wait to deal with Deacon until you’re there. You get first shot at him.” That thought will keep me going. To be able to hurt him like he hurt my woman and Kim, not to mention ma, will be rewarding. As we go back through the doors the nurse is talking to ma and then she turns and looks me up and down. Not happening woman. I only want to see my wife. She gives me a flirty smile, “Mr. Steel, you can follow me to your wife’s room.” Some women have no shame. I don’t even acknowledge her attempt to flirt with me and bend over and kiss my ma’s cheek good-bye. “See all of you tomorrow. Don’t forget a bag for us. I’ll be past ready for a shower.” Then I turn and follow the nurse down the hall to see Callie.

Chapter 54

Devil

I sit beside the bed and keep watching this beautiful woman that has captured my heart with little or no effort. I don’t know what I could have possibly have done to deserve her. The day they gave me my road name, Devil, I was resolved I had no soul left. I see what I want and I take it. No questions asked. I know now I want Callie and no one will stop me from having her. I pity the person who gets in my way. Chief will just have to deal with what is coming. She looks almost like an angel laying there, if it wasn’t for that big bruise on the side of her head. She’s with me less than forty- eight hours and she’s already been shot. If I was her dad I’d be pissed, too. I just want her to wake up so I can see her beautiful eyes and get one of those million dollar smiles. She slept for most of the night. They kept checking on her all night but she never came all the way out of her stupor to know who I was or even if I was here. Stone and dad walk through her door. Dad has coffee and Stone is carrying something, but I never even ate my food from last night. All my concern has been right in front of me.

“Son, has she woke up at all? She looks mighty pale this morning and from the look of that bruise she is going to have one hell of a headache.” Dad looks concerned. He doesn’t look like he got more sleep than I did last night. At times like these I can see that age is creeping up on the man that I have always idolized.

“They came in and talked to her but she didn’t look like she knew much was going on. The doc should be in soon.” He hands me my coffee. Then the door opens again and the doc and two nurses walk in.

“Could you gentlemen step outside while I examine my patient?” the doc raises his hand because he knows I am going to protest. “Mr. Steel, as soon as my examination is over I will call you back in to confer with. Please just give me about twenty to thirty minutes.” I guess I can’t argue with that. I stand and bend over Callie and kiss her forehead and then turn and walk into the hall with Dad and Stone. I make my way to the waiting room and Hacksaw is sitting and waiting for us. I turn to look at dad and then sit down in a chair one over from Hacksaw and dad and Stone follow. Stone hands my food to me, and I take a breakfast sandwich out to eat. After the first bite and no one has said anything I guess they are waiting for me, so I have to ask. “What happen after you left? Did you buy us any time from Chief and Diamondback? Did find anything out about Bri?”

“Chief is still waiting on your call so after you eat and talk to the doctor you need to take care of it. He’s calmer since he knows she’s going to be ok, but he wants to see her.” I look at him but he gives me a smirk, “It’s a parent thing. Diamondback is seriously pissed and he wants a face to face with us. I told him it will be a little while before that is possible. He threatened a visit but I let him know that would not work. I also sent all our intel about Karen and the way she treated Callie when she was a child. I sent all the DHS records we had and hospital records.” I am waiting for some good news from him but he has more to say. I don’t know how much more I want to hear.

“Karen had Diamondback snowed about Tommy and Chief abusing Callie, and he had no reason not to believe her. Now his eyes are being opened. He’s not happy but this is not to be shared. The four of us are the only ones who hear this.” I can now understand why dad looks so tired. He probably didn’t sleep much.

“I think I can put for Diamondback off until his guys do a deep investigation into everything. You know how long it took us to get all the state files, I would guess a month tops. We’ll have to work with that.”

“Thanks dad. We will make it work.” I am watching for any signs of the doctor coming out.

 

“Devil, I brought you some clothes and stuff for you to clean up.’ Stone points to the duffle on the floor.

 

“Did you bring Callie’s stuff?” She may want her own things when she wakes up.

“Your ma and Kimberly are going to bring them. Didn’t want anyone else going through Callie’s things. She hasn’t even had a chance to unpack, so they are going to go by and buy her some new things.” I didn’t even think of that. Women don’t like their things gone through. Guess that’s why dad has been married so long. Always thinking ahead. I see the doctor back at the nurse’s desk and I go to talk to him. He sees me approaching and smiles. Hope that is a good sign.

“Well, Mr . Steel, I am thinking as soon as Mrs. Steel keeps some liquids and food down and she urinates then she can go home. We woke her up and she was sitting on the side of the bed. The nurses are putting in an order for her breakfast. I want her watched until about noon and if everything goes ok, then she can go home. So maybe by twelvethirty to one she may be out of here. I don’t want her doing anything for forty-eight hours and she needs someone with her. Light diet. If she has blurry vision or a headache she cannot tolerate or extreme dizziness, then back the ER. I’ll have the directions written out. I also have her on an antibiotic. She needs to take them all. I’ll also give her a few pills for the headache. She may need them tonight. Take care of her and keep that girl out of my ER.” With that he turns and walks off. I can see the disapproving look in his eyes. I’m used to it. Everyone heard the news. Dad was standing behind me and he pats me on my back. This is good news. Dad turns around and says something to Stone and Hacksaw but I keep going down the hall and back to Callie. I reach the door and enter and I see she is awake and she gives me that big smile and it feels like a weight has been lifted from shoulders. Its pure relief she is going to be ok.

Chapter 55

Callie

I see Devil come through my hospital room door and I can’t help but smile. I know he is going to be pissed at me for not listening to him on the phone, but I only hope I helped. From what the nurse told me, I think I did, but it didn’t all make sense. She said no one else was hurt. I know I shot Deacon. As close as I was I couldn’t have missed, but maybe Kat and Kim are ok. I knew better than to say anything to the nurse or doctor about Deacon. First club rule, keep your mouth shut when in this kind of situation. I can’t really remember anything about after I was shot. Everything just went black. I kinda remember being woke up last night a few times but not enough to see it clearly. Devil comes over beside me and then the door opens again and Steel walks in. I look from one to the other. “Well is someone going to tell me what happened after my lights went out? Last thing I remember really well is jumping in front of Kat and then everything is black or jumbled and blurry. So what’s up?” I try to smile but these two look so serious I think I might be in real trouble.

“Well, Mrs. Hero, you jumped in front of ma saving her from a bullet. You kept Kim from being kidnapped. You disobeyed my direct order. You shot Deacon, which, by the way, no one knows about and no one needs to. You took ten years off my life and you pissed Chief off at me worse than he already was. He may come shoot me.” Devil tells me all of this but I can tell he was concerned for me. I hadn’t even thought about dad. He must be going out of his mind since he was going way across the country on that run. I was right. I’m in deep crap.

“I’m sorry. I couldn’t wait. I heard voices getting louder and then I saw Deacon was going to shoot Kat. It was either react or watch your ma get hurt and I couldn’t do that. I did my best with the situation I was in. I did call before I went barging in.” I look to both of them and I see how tired they both are. “The doctor said I was going to be ok. I just need rest. I’ll square it away with dad. He’ll relax once he hears my voice.”

“Next time I say stay put you damn well better do it or your ass will be blistered red with my hand print. Are we clear?” Devil is really mad. Did he want me to hide like a coward?

“Devil you need to calm down son. She understands she took a bad risk.” St eel tries to reason with Devil. I square my shoulders and take a deep breath. He may as well get used to me now because I won’t change myself for anyone. “Devil I understand I may have scared you but this is who I am. I cannot let anyone get hurt if I can stop it and you might as well learn that now. If I had to do it over again I would. Did you want your ma shot or worse?” I look at him and I see he understands.

“I thought not. I do not run. I have been taught to fight for the people I love and care for and I won’t change that now.” Whatever fight he may have had left was gone. Just then I realize Kat, Kim, and Stone had come in behind Steel. Kat is standing there with tears in her eyes.

“I love you too, sweetheart. Thank you for saving us last night. I think that’s what these two big oafs meant to say, but of course their feet get in the way.” Kat comes up to the other side of the bed that Devil is not on and bends down and gives me a kiss on the cheek and a soft hug. I hug her back and she feels like the mom I always wanted. Like I always needed growing up. Steel reaches for my hand around Devil and squeezes it, “we will always owe you Callie. You’re a Feral Steel now and forever. You have all our gratitude.” I squeeze his hand back. Then out of nowhere Devil says the one thing I never thought I would hear from him, “I love you Callie. I want this marriage to work. I know given time you can learn to love me too. I won’t give up until you do. Will you give me the chance?” I don’t know who Devil shocked more. All eyes are on him. Stone and Kim’s mouths are even hanging open. I look at him in disbelieve. The last time I believed a man when he said he loved me, he ended up breaking my heart. He did the one thing I knew he would. He cheated on me. Can I take this chance again? Am I over Mason? Do I have the feelings I think I do for Devil? All this on top of an excruciating headache. Then I just know. I can’t let doubt cloud my judgement.

“The last man that said those words to me b roke my heart, even after he promised he wouldn’t. I don’t know you very well Devil, but I would be lying if I said I hadn’t felt something for you. I would be willing to give you a chance. A real chance, if you will just always be honest with me. But I can’t call you Devil if this is the start of something between us. I have to call you Kylar. I want that part of you, too. Can you understand that?” I give it to him as honest as I can. I will try but honesty is a deal breaker.

“You can call me whatever you want as long as you give me that chance. I will tell you everything but club business. Can you give me that?” I see Kylar is trying, so I can give him that. Especially since this biker just did this in front of his entire family.

“Ok, I can do that as long as it doesn’t have to do with us.” That’s my compromise and he can take it or leave it.

“Since you really weren’t going to get a choice I guess I can live with that.” I see a look between Kylar and Steel and I don’t know what it is, but I know it sends a shiver down my back. I just hope I don’t regret this. Stone steps up and pushes Kylar out of the way and he bends down and kisses my cheek and I hear Kylar growl behind him. “Don’t worry brother, I’m just welcoming my new sister into the family. Callie when I first met you, I didn’t really care for you.” Another growl from Kylar. “But I thought you thought you were some kind of MC Princess with a stuck up attitude. I see I was wrong. When I’m wrong then I say I’m wrong. I couldn’t have been further from the truth and if you need anything and Devil is not around I am here.”

“Thank you Stone. I appreciate it.” Then Kylar scoots him back out of the way.

“Ok, now that I have bared my soul in front of everyone, you all need to get the hell out. We need time to ourselves. I will take care of my wife.” He grins after he says it. Don’t know what has gotten into him today but I like it. I get hugs and kisses from everyone and Steel reminds us to call dad and they are out of my room and we are alone. Kylar climbs up in the bed beside me and we wait for my food and then my release.

Chapter 56

Devil

It has been four of the best weeks of my life since Callie has been home from the hospital. We have gotten so close. I go to work for the club during the day and Callie and I make love until the wee hours of the morning. I tell Callie every day I love her and it only gets stronger with time. I don’t want to be without her. Last night was the first time she told me she loved me and I feel on top of the world. If only everything could move so smoothly. Chief and Ty came to visit not long after Callie was out of the hospital. Dad and I explained everything to Chief about Bri and Diamondback. He was not happy. He took me to the ring and I ended up with two cracked ribs and a black eye. Amazingly I think I came out a winner. He saw how happy Callie was, so he didn’t tell her, but he has to be there when I do. Which will be next week when we get back from seeing Diamondback. Chief and Trent are going with us to explain everything to Diamondback about Karen. Chief and Diamondback are going to have to come to terms because I am telling Callie everything when I get back. There will be no more secrets waiting to come out and sabotage everything we have. Also, when Chief came to visit he showed Callie the proof that Tommy’s killer had been dealt with and Chief and I along with dad took care of Deacon. Callie seemed more at ease knowing her brother’s killer was dealt with but Chief did not tell her who sent them. We will tell her that after we get back, along with the rest. Callie is taking her car to Texas to work on it while I am gone. Stone is going to keep an eye on her for me, along with Ty, while we are out of town. Chief has a fully stocked shop with everything she needs to do a complete tune-up while she is there. She is hauling it behind her truck so she will have a ride while her car is torn apart. I’m not too thrilled with it, but Callie and Chief assure me she is an old pro at it. The things that girl knows how to do. We are going to get all her final financial things transferred while we are there. Her friend Felix is back from New York and Hanna is there so she has a full week planned out. At least I won’t have to worry with her at her dad’s. Everyone has missed her and will keep her company. Tonight is the last night we’ll be together here alone for a while so I want to make it special. I plan on taking her out to eat and then home for some us time. That is the best time of day. I pull up into my drive and I see Callie has already gone and got the car hauler. I was going to do it in the morning but I guess Callie couldn’t wait. Sometime she is just too independent. I smell the food when I walk in the back door and my thoughts of going out to eat are cancelled. My woman can cook and it smells like lasagna and fresh bread. My mouth is watering and my stomach growling.

“Damn, something smells good. Babe what are you cooking?” I walk in the kitchen and just as I get to the table of food I see Callie standing in the other doorway and she is wearing a sexy nighty with stiletto heels and a smile. I instantly forget the food.

“Babe you are looking mighty fine there. What have you got on your mind?” I stalk towards her and just before I get to her she sticks her hand out with a little plastic stick in it. “What’s that? Is that a pregnancy test?”

“Why Mr. Steel I believe you answered your own question.” S he is grinning from ear to ear. My heart starts pounding so hard. “Are you pregnant?” I had been hoping she would be. We hadn’t ever used protection. but I know these things can take time.

“Yes, Mr. Steel I most certainly am. You’re going to be a daddy.” She jumps in my arms and I catch her and I just want to pull her inside me to protect her and our child until it is born. I don’t know how I got so lucky. I kiss her and she puts her legs around my waist and I back her up against the wall. I feel her heat and I want inside of her now. I can’t wait. I start pulling my clothes off and she’s trying to hang onto me. Then I think. “Is it ok with the baby? Was I too rough with you? Oh baby, I’m sorry. I will be gentle. I wasn’t thinking. Are you ok?” It all keeps coming out.

“Calm down baby. Everything is fine. I’m pregnant not sick. I am going into the doctor in the morning before we leave just to recheck. Now let’s finish what you started.” She bends down and kisses me. I deepen the kiss but I stop and hold her face in my hands and look at her, “I love you so much and I will be the best dad I can.”

“I love you too and I know you will.” She didn’t even hesitate. She loves me. I feel on top of the world. I have it all. I bend down and I pick my wife up and take her to our bedroom and shut the door behind me. I walk Callie backwards to our king size bed while devouring those luscious lips I have become addicted to. Our tongues tangled together. I run my hands down the sides of her body and then pushed her back down on the bed and I followed on top of her catching most of my weight on my elbows. I pull her legs apart and settle between them. I’m home and I don’t want to leave. I keep devouring her mouth. The sweetest taste I’ve ever had. Callie

He’s devouring my mouth and the taste of mint and him has me mesmerized. I am on emotion overload. He’s right where I want him, I just need him closer. I feel his impressive erection and it is giving me the right traction but not enough, I need more. I need closer. I need less clothes. I grab handfuls of his shirt and pull. I’m sure I’m scratching his back along with it but it just seems to spur him on. He finally understands I need to feel his skin next to mine and pulls it over his head and throws it. He takes my silky nighty in his hands and rips it down the front. “I hope you weren’t too attached to that. I’ll buy you a new one.”

“No need, it was in the way. I need more.” I can barely get the words out. I reach down and unbuckle his belt and undo his jeans. He’s trying to toe his boots off but he is having problems. I bring his attention back to me when my hand goes into his jeans and grabs his cock in my hand and squeeze. Then I begin to rub up and down the shaft. When I get back up to the head I feel the pre-cum and I rub it around the head to lubricate it. I let my hands explore his body. He rips my panties with one jerk and his head is between my legs before I can move. He runs his tongue down and then back up. Taking my clit in to his mouth and softly sucking on the bundle of nerves. I grab the sheet in my hands and my back comes up off the bed. I am so close.

“Please, Kylar! Please I need more.” I let out a loud moan and I begin to feel it.

“You are so beautiful in our bed. All laid out for me. I need inside of you before I go off.” He starts kissing his way up my body. He pays attention to my breasts. Licking and sucking on each nipple until they are hard and begging for more attention. “Tell me what you need baby. Say it I want the words.”

“Fuck me Kylar! I need you inside me.” I moan out. Barely in a whisper. He presses his head at my entrance and he enters into me with one push. Then he stills. I know he is fighting for control but tonight I am having none of it. I want him wild and without control so I roll him over and I begin to grind down on him. I move until his head is almost out and then I slam back down. I set a fast rhythm and then grind. I am chasing my own orgasm and it isn’t long before I feel it and he knows, he feels the contractions. I am milking his cock. When he can take no more he rolls me back over and sets a pace that has us both exploding. I swear I see stars behind my eyelids and his head is pushed back and I hear him yell “Callie, damn. Callie, I love you.” Then I’m not sure which of us is spent the most, but I know Kylar only had his jeans and underwear pushed down below his butt cheeks. I start laughing and Kylar raises his eyebrows at me. “I can’t help it. Look at us. My clothes are in tatters on the floor and you don’t even have yours off. Do we have no control?” I keep laughing but Kylar hasn’t joined me so I look at him.

“Darling a man never takes it well when he just fucked the hell out of his wife and she starts laughing.” Then I see the smirk on his face.

 

“Ok, big man how about if we clean up then we feed your child because we are hungry?” He then takes his hand and rubs my still flat belly.

 

“We’re going to have a baby. You’re carrying my baby. I love you so much.” Then he kisses me again, this time tenderly.

“We need to feed our baby.” Kylar tells me but I don’t pay him any mind. I think this is the happiest I have been in my life. Definitely a turn for the better in my life. That’s the last thought I have before I drift off into a blissful sleep.
Devil

We were up early this morning and made it to the doctor first thing. Callie is carrying our child. We stopped to eat and now we are back at my parents’. I can’t wait to tell them our news. Callie wanted to wait a little while but I told her I’d never make it so we better tell them together or I’d spill. I still haven’t lost the smile on my face. We walk in the back door and everyone is sitting in the kitchen and as soon as I see their faces I just blurt it out, “Callie’s knocked up. We’re having a baby.” Callie turns and hits my shoulder.

“Nice delivery Kylar. Callie’s knocked up. Really?” She’s kidding cause I see the smile on her face. “I would suggest you let me tell my dad. I don’t think he would appreciate those words.” She’s probably right but what was wrong with them? She is knocked up. Ma is the first to jump up and hug Callie. and then Kim. They are just fussing over her. Dad comes over and pats me on the back and shakes my hand and then he gives Callie a hug. Stone is standing over by the cabinet with a grim look on his face and I could kill him for the words coming out of his mouth, “How do you know it’s yours? You two haven’t been together that long.” I fix him with a stare that would make most men shake.

“Because ass, I am the only man she has had. Callie was a virgin on our wedding night. She’s not like the women we keep around the damn club and you need to check yourself or we are going to have problems.” I look at Callie and she looks embarrassed.

“Damn brother, I was kidding. Where did your sense of humor go? Everyone knew Callie was a good girl.” Stone is laughing now but he came close to picking himself up off the ground.

“Callie is mine and no one will even play with her that way.” I fix my brother with a stare. He seems unfazed. He makes his way over to Callie and takes her into a hug.

“I’m sorry sis. I was only playing. Devil is sure touchy. I hate to see how protective he gets once you start showing. This is going to be funny. I feel for you darling.” Callie lets him hug her and she seems ok. I just don’t want her upset. He’s right about one thing, I am protective. I don’t know how I ever thought I could get her pregnant and divorce her. That seems so long ago. Now I can’t imagine my life without her. Dad hugs Callie and he says, “Another generation of Steel family on the way. I am so happy. I’m going to be a grandpa.” Dad looks at me over Callie’s head and I know he wants to talk to me. “Congratulations to both of you. I can’t wait to spoil our first grandchild. Callie you have to take care of yourself now and keep our baby safe.”

“Dad, it’s our baby. Callie knows she has to be careful now. We had this talk on the way here. She agreed. No more unnecessary risks. She also has to eat more.” I give dad a look. I’m a possessive of my family. Callie, the baby, and me, our little family. Now I have something of my own to protect.

“Callie have you had morning sickness yet? Are you sleepy all the time? Any dizzy spells?” my ma is plummeting her with questions.

“No nothing. I do get tired in the evening a lot more, but besides that I’m good. If I hadn’t missed my period, I wouldn’t have suspected anything.” Callie gives the answers like a trooper.

“Well this is all great news, but we need to get on the road so we can get to Chief’s and get some sleep tonight before our big ride.” Dad kisses mom and then kisses Kim’s cheek. “You two behave while we are gone. Call if you need anything. I have a prospect rotation keeping an eye on the house and you have all the brother’s numbers if you need anything. Call if you need me but I don’t know when I will get to the phone.” With that I kiss the other two women in my life and Stone does the same.

“Callie don’t overdo while Kylar is gone and be careful of those fumes.” Ma is in mother hen mode. I hadn’t even thought of the fumes. I look at Callie.

“Don’t worry Kylar, I’ll make Ty do the smelly work. I know what not to do.” Callie is letting me know not to worry, but I just want to put her in bubble wrap until she has our baby and maybe afterwards.

*******

The last five hours on the road were long. We only made one stop to feed everyone and we refueled. We are parking in front of the BlackPath club house and I know Callie is anxious to see her family. Chief walks out just as Callie parks her truck with her car behind her. She jumps out of the truck and nearly tackles her dad. I take my time getting off my bike to give them a minute alone. Dad and Stone do the same. As soon as I walk up I see Chief is trying to keep his emotions in check. Callie must have told him our news because he is giving me that I’m going to kick your ass again, look. I know Chief does not like me. He likes me even less since I told him why I wanted to marry Callie, but he will keep it together in front of Callie. That man loves his daughter and doesn’t want to cause her any pain, but he doesn’t trust me. I will have to earn that. I will do it. I will earn his trust and respect if it is the last thing I do, even if he never likes me. I will prove to him exactly how much I love Callie and I can take care of her and our child and love them both like no one else. He may not like me, but he will have to respect me for that.

“I can’t believe my baby is having a baby. I still remember the day you were born. That’s the day you wrapped me around your little finger.” Chief is happy. You can see it all over his face. Driller and Ty come out the club door and Chief waves them over. Ty is first to see Callie and breaks out in a big smile and Trent does the same when he sees Chief still holding Callie.

“Ty, your sister is making you an uncle and me a grandpa. Driller that makes you a great uncle. Our family is growing again.” Chief can’t keep the grin off his face. He may not be happy about the timing or circumstances right now, but he is happy.” Chief lets Callie back down and Driller wraps her in a bear hug.

“Ok Driller, let me have my turn. I never thought I’d say it but I’ve missed my baby sister. I have no one to pick on since she is gone. Did you tell her about the new prospects?” Chief and Driller both give Ty a look.

“Did you ever think we would share a grandkid Chief? I couldn’t be happier.” Dad tells Chief but I see the eye contact between the two and I know dad is keeping something from me.

“Dad you have new prospects? You didn’t mention anything about it when we talked yesterday. Holding back on me old man.” Callie says accusingly to her dad. Jabbing him in the side. “I’m sure a lot has changed since I have been gone. Have Felix or Hanna been around today? They thought I would be here earlier but I went to the doctor before we left to confirm my baby suspicion.” Callie was babbling on.

“No, I haven’t talked to your friends but Kelsey, Laurie, and Chelsea are inside. They were waiting on you. We are eating here tonight. The ol’ ladies are cooking. Go on in and tell them your news I need to speak with Steel, Stone and Devil for a minute. Club business.” Callie hesitates but finally gives me a kiss and goes on inside. I know dad knows something he’s hasn’t told me but that is about to change. As soon as Callie is inside, Chief looks at me and he shakes his head, “Does her getting pregnant have anything to do with your deal with Diamondback? Because I can tell you, if you are going to up and leave her pregnant, then we are going to have a problem.” I know I deserve that. That had been my original plan but no one could get me to leave her now.

“I guess I deserve that, but no one could get me to leave her now. She is mine.” He doesn’t know how determined I am.

“Devil how much do you want this to work? Do you want our clubs to work together or against each other? Do you want Callie to be happy? I don’t think you want her to have to choose between you and her family. Are you sure who she would choose? Because I am very sure. She believes in family loyalty.” Chief is eyeing me up and down.

“Look Chief, I want us to get along. Callie loves me and our little family. So she would have family loyalties. She also loves everyone here. I don’t want to make her choose. I thought we were going to face Diamondback together.” I look at my dad. I don’t know what Chief is getting at. He needs to just put the shit out there. “Tell me what you’re getting at.”

“We have three n ew prospects. They will be helping with Callie while she is here. Don’t think I’m running it past you first. These guys have already been voted on. I am only letting you be aware so you won’t be blindsided when you meet them or Callie sees them. I’m leaving it to you to tell Callie” Chief and dad exchange looks again.

“Just tell me.” I’m getting pissed off the longer I stand here.

“I can do that.” He grins at me. What kind of shit is that? “My three new prospects are Cru and Jeb Jameson, and then Mason Brumley. Three pretty good men. Straight out of the marines.” I think for a minute and then it registers exactly who is talking about.

“No fucking way that asshole is coming near my wife. She is mine.” I am consumed with anger. All I see is blood and then I just swing. I catch Chief by surprise and I knock him back into the side of the building but he comes back fast and we exchange punches. Driller and Ty grab Chief and Dad and Stone grab me to separate us. I am so enraged

“That bastard will stay away from my wife. How can you have him in your club after he cheated on your daughter? What kind of dad are you?” I can barely talk I am so angry.

“I’m the same Dad that let an asshole live after he married my daughter under false pretenses. Do you want me to go in there and explain it all to Callie just the way it is? You and Mason will have to put your differences aside while you’re here. I have told him he will let Callie set the pace of their friendship while she is here. I trust my daughter and I have his word. Take it or leave, and you don’t get my help. Don’t you trust your wife?” he knows I can’t argue with that. I have to have his help to make everything right for Callie. I have to do this, but I don’t have to like it.

“He comes near my wife I will end him. End of story. Do you understand Chief?” My dad still has not said a word. He just keeps looking at me. Stone looks like he could take Chief out himself.

“Something else Devil. You ever come up in my house again and swing on me, I will shoot you where you stand. Are we clear? I don’t like you, but I will tolerate you for my daughter. But you will respect my club. Are we clear boy?” Chief just keeps throwing them at me.

“I’m not your boy. I don’t like you either, but I will tolerate you for Callie. But don’t disrespect me as her husband. I will put your boy in the ground and never break a sweat. Do you have that clear?” I give BS just as well as I can take it. Then I turn to go tell Callie the last man she wants to be around will be helping with her care while I am gone. I am not good with this. Not good at all. I walk in the club house and all the members are watching us walk in. Apparently they were expecting my entrance. I see Callie with Kelsey and motion her over. I see Chief, dad, stone and Ty have followed me in, but they are going over to the bar area. I get Callie and take her hand. “Babe come take a walk with me outside so we can talk.” She starts to turn with me to go but Kelsey grabs a hold of my arm and shakes my hand.

“Congratulations Devil. I cannot wait for that baby. It has been so long since we had a baby in the club.” She is bubbling with excitement.

 

“Our child won’t be here much. This isn’t our club.” I know it came out harsh but right now I am still so damn pissed I could kill someone. “We live in Oklahoma.” “Oh, I know. I just meant when you visit. It’s not that far to travel. I’m sorry I didn’t mean anything by it.” Kelsey thinks I am mad at her.

“He knows you were just excited Kelsey. He’s just being an old bear.” Callie is trying to smooth it over but right now I could care less about Kelsey. I just need to get Callie alone.

“Devil we’ll tell her in here together. I don’t want you putting your spin on this.” Chief came up on the other side of us and was now right beside Kelsey. “I can tell my wife Chief. I don’t need your interference.” Chief does not like my response

 

“Son, let’s take Callie in Chief’s office and the three of us can tell her.” I don’t need my dad’s interference either. He let Chief blindside me.

 

“Are you saying that as my President or my dad?” I know not to push him too far but I just can’t get my temper in check.

 

“Both. Now let’s go.” Callie looks totally confused. She is going to be blindsided too, when she finds out, and I don’t like it. I don’t want to see the pain in her eyes.

“Callie, baby. We need to go with our dads. Just remember I love you, and I had nothing to do with this. I only found out about it outside.” I want Callie to know I had nothing to do with this.

“Ok babe. It’ll be ok.” This woman just doesn’t know. We follow Chief and dad into Chief’s office and shut the door behind us. Chief sits in his chair behind his desk and dad stands a few feet from him. Callie and I sit on the couch across from them. I take Callie’s hand to reassure her and then I just blurt it out because no amount of sugar coating that will make it better.

“Your dad has Mason and his two friends prospecting for him and they are going to help watch out for you while I am gone.” Callie looks at Chief and then me.

“Actually, only Mason is goi ng to help with you. Jeb is helping our tech guy because that is his thing and Cru is still seeing doctors over his injury so he is in and out.” Chief doesn’t seem to find anything wrong with this.

“Ok. Well, dad, did you tell him that Kylar probably would not want him close to me? I mean he is my ex and all. I don’t want to make Kylar feel uncomfortable.” I cannot believe what she just said. She’s not losing her temper.

“What, is that your only concern? Not that he is the man that broke your heart?” Chief and dad are both smiling and I want to wipe the smiles off both their faces.

“Kylar, when I realized I love you, I let that go. Mason cannot hurt me anymore because I love you and not him. The only people I have held a grudge against in my life is the people who took Tommy away from me and Karen, the woman who gave birth to me and then abused me. Life is too short. I love you and this baby I’m carrying and our families. Mason is not important. Do I want to be friends with him? No. Will it be strained around him for a while? Yes. But he does not concern our happiness. End of story.” Callie is too calm. She can’t mean what she is saying. No one is that forgiving.

“Callie I don’t want him around you. I don’t forgive.” I am getting angry again. I will just have to let him know to keep his distance and as soon as this is done we will be out of here and back in Oklahoma. Soon Callie will be getting round with my baby and then he’ll see she is mine and if he tries anything with her I will end him. I take one last deep breath.

“Ok but he will keep his distance. You are mine and he is nothing.” We better get this done so I can get back to Callie.

“You see Devil, I know my daughter and she has the biggest heart of anyone I know. When she called and told me she was in love with you, I knew she would forgive Mason. She doesn’t have it in her to hate someone.” Chief looks too smug. I would love to wipe that smile off his face.

“Dad, I said I let it go and I have. but I don’t forgive him. If he is in your club I won’t cause a scene for you, nor him. But dad, do not disrespect Kylar. He is my husband and I will do what is best for us. Not disrespecting you, but my place is beside my husband.” My heart swells with love for this woman. She is on my side where she belongs. This takes the sting out of this. I know I can trust her and my smile is back on my face but Chief’s smile gets bigger.

“That is exactly what I would expect of you Callie. You belong with your husband and I have to respect that, so now we have all said our piece but Steel.” Chief looks at my dad and both men look happy.

“I am so glad Devil has Callie. This is going to work. You see Devil, this was the test to see how you two would react and you both did exactly the way you should have, so now we know you will go the distance.” Dad was testing us. Now I understand. They wanted to know if going to all this trouble was worth it. Can’t say I like how they went about it, but it worked. They know Callie and I love each other. I know Callie will stand beside me even against her dad.

“I want you to let me talk to Mason before we leave. I will tell him face to face Callie is mine.” I have to see in his eyes so I know what kind of man this Mason is.

“Mason and Jeb will be here later. You can speak to him. No fighting. I already kicked his ass for hurting my girl. That was my job. Of course Ty did also and Driller may have also. His ass was kicked thoroughly.” I hear a laugh come from Callie and it surprises me. Little vixen.

“Ok. If this is done, dad, can I go to the hou se and settle in and take a nap. This has been a long day. If we are having dinner at the club tonight with everyone I need a little sleep.” I look at Callie and she does look tired. She needs to eat a snack or something too.

“Babe, if they are through jac king with me, I will take you and we need to go the grocery store and get you some healthy snacks.” I want her rested and fed. Isn’t that what you do for pregnant women?

“Go ahead and take care of Callie. We will catch you up on anything you miss later.” Dad said, so I take Callie by the hand but she waits for her dad to say something.

“Love you Callie. Go take care of my grandbaby. We will catch up some later.” Chief tells her and she seems satisfied.

“And so it starts. Now it’s not take care of me but tak e care of my grandbaby. I see dad. I have been replaced.” Callie says it with a straight face but it’s not long until she is laughing. “You are so easy dad. I was just kidding. You should have seen your face. Priceless.” Callie can’t help teasing Chief, she has missed her family.

“Go on baby girl. I love you too.” Callie is still laughing when we get to the front door.

Chapter 59

Devil

I hate leaving Callie this way but it is the way it has to be. We have to settle with Diamondback and get Bri away from him. Then I can get Bri out of the picture and concentrate on my little family with Callie. We have everything we need to take to him about Karen. Then when I get back I settle everything with Callie and Chief can break it to her about Diamondback. After all that is over Callie and I can get back to Oklahoma and away from Mason Brumley and wait for our child to arrive. I don’t know how I got so lucky to have this. I’m going to be a dad. I didn’t talk to Mason last night. He still hadn’t arrived by the time we headed back to Chief’s house for the night. I will talk to him before we leave. He will know he has no place in Callie’s life now. Callie looked so damn sexy this morning with her just woken up look. That girl doesn’t have to try. She just is the sexiest woman I have ever known. The thought of our child being inside her is enough to make me want to wrap her in bubble wrap until he’s born. That’s all I think about. I know it’s a boy. We didn’t sleep much last night. The thought of being away from her had me making love to her all night. Since when do I think of sex as making love? Since Callie. I kissed her good-bye this morning but I told her to stay in bed and reminded her about her vitamins and to eat. I’ll remind Ty and Stone to remind her while I am gone. I also put an alarm on her phone every day as a reminder for her vitamins. I know she’ll take care of herself but it’s my way of reminding her I love her every day. Chief and I rode in to the club house together. Dad and Stone stayed there last night. Ty is at the house with Callie. Now all I have to do is have my talk with Mason. When we walk into the bar area I see a few men sitting there eating breakfast. Dad and Stone are sitting at a table. Chief goes to the bar and I go to speak to dad.

“Have either of you met Mason yet?” Dad tilts his head to two of the guys at the bar. It is what I figured. The two with the military looking haircuts. I waste no time and head in that direction. I hear dad and Stone’s chairs scrape across the floor and they are right behind me.

“Which of you is Mason?” I ask as I approach the two. The two turn towards me. “Who’s asking?” The taller of the two asks me.

“I’m Devil and I am Callie’s ol’ man.” I never take my eyes off him. The bulkier of the two looks me in the eye, “Then that would be me. I’m the man that is going to take her from you.” Before I know what I am doing I hit him in the mouth and then follow that up with a jab to the ribs. He comes back at me with uppercut under my jaw and a jab to the side of my face. I get some more rib shots in and he gets a kidney shot in on me. Then as fast it starts Chief and his buddy grabs him and dad and Stone have me.

“Enough! We don’t have time for this today. Prospect back off. Devil you do the same.” Chief will not keep peace between us if Mason thinks he can take Callie.

“The way I heard it Devil, you haven’t claimed Callie as your ol’ lady. You’re married but you haven’t give her a property patch yet.” There’s not much I can say to that. It’s true but as soon as I get back that will change.

“That will happen as soon as I get back but we are married and she’s carrying my child. Stay the fuck away or I will put you in the ground. Are we clear prospect?” Now I really don’t want to leave Callie, but I trust her and I have to get this taken care of.

“Marriages can be temporary. She only married you because I screwed up. I haven’t had my chance to even talk to her in person yet, but now I will.” Mason is looking like he could care less about our marriage. He is full of hate for me. “But the way I hear it I’m not the only one that kept a secret from her. What is she going to say about your secrets?” This asshole is only a prospect. He shouldn’t know my business.

“What the hell are you talking about?” Chief said he keep this confidential. I know he is fishing.

“Ok, enough from both of you. This is my club and I’m going to tell you both what is happening. Mason you are going to help with Callie’s security. I know you still love her so you will keep her safe, but you will only protect her. You are not to use this to your advantage. Only do your job. This is club business and we don’t discuss club business with Callie. Do you understand?” Chief has now given the order for no one telling Callie so I feel a little more comfortable.

“Devil, ri ght now I have to work with you for both of our sakes, but do not take this as me approving of the way you have slighted my daughter by not claiming her as your ol’ lady. Marriage is legal. Claiming is respect in any club and you didn’t give that to Callie. Mason will protect Callie with his own life. Now this is done for now. When we get back everything can be settled. Now let’s get this done and get on the road. We have a two-day ride there and a two-day ride back, then however long it takes to deal with Diamondback so let’s get on the road.” Chief is worried about dealing with Diamondback, and to be honest so am I.

“Sounds like a plan to me Chief. Let’s roll.” Dad is anxious too. We turn to walk out but I stop and look at Mason one last time, “Keep your distance.” Then I turn to Stone, “Keep your eyes on him. He gets too close or tries anything with Callie, shoot him. This is an order from your VP. Are we clear Stone?” Stone looks at Mason and then back to me, “I will do just that.” I keep walking and don’t stop until I get to my bike. This is going to be one long trip.

Chapter 60

Callie

This is the second morning I woke up without Kylar. I don’t know how I could get so used to having him with me so fast, but I feel like I’m missing part of me. Yesterday I did get a kiss goodbye but I wish now I had gotten up with him. We didn’t get much sleep the night before. Next time I’ll know to make myself get up. He called last night to tell me goodnight. He was so sweet he put an alarm on my phone to remind me of my vitamins. He texted me a couple of times yesterday when they would stop. I know Kylar is worried about Mason being around but he has no reason to worry. I avoided going to the club house yesterday because of it. Today I am doing my car and that should keep me and Ty busy. I put a roast on in the crock pot last night and made up some rolls. I am putting vegetables in now so we have dinner tonight. Stone had to make a quick trip back to Oklahoma today. Kat had a pipe burst and he had to go help with that he is going to be gone a couple of days. Kylar was not happy about it, but family is family. Felix will be here soon and he is going to talk to Ty and me while we work and then spend the night. We’ll have buddy time. I hear the door bell and when I open the door Felix is standing there just a smiling but when I see who he is smiling at I catch my breath. There beside him is Mason. It seems like so long since I have seen him. My first instinct I to rush to him but I catch myself.

“Well are you going to stand there and gawk all day or let us in?” As always Felix knows just what to say to snap me out of it. I step back and let them in. Mason has not taken his eyes off me. Then I snap out of my fog.

“Well Felix I know what you’re doing here, but Mason what are you doing here?” I try to make myself sound normal and not like my heart is beating ninety miles an hour.

“I came to help you and Ty today. I just relieved the other prospect. I wanted to see how you were doing? See if you need anything? I wanted to say face to face how sorry I am. I am not trying to use Devil’s absence to my advantage. I was ordered not to, but I am saying I still love you and when you realize you still love me I will be right here. I don’t care that your married or you’re pregnant. But I am not using this to my advantage.” Mason smiles and gives me his signature wink that used to make me weak in the knees. Ok, maybe it still does. He knows it too, and smiles again and I see that dimple I used to love so much.

“Ok, now we have that all c leared up. I mean the part you are not using this to your advantage. Come in and have a seat. Would anyone like something to drink?” I am trying to be polite but I really need distance from Mason. Felix is the first to speak, “Is that a roast I smell cooking?”

“Yes, I knew you were spending the night so I made your favorite. I also made some of those rolls you like and I am making a chocolate cake for dessert.” I know how Felix likes my food.

“Wow, can I eat with you, too? I am on duty all night. I love your food.” Mason was not making this easy but if he was going to be here I would feed him. “Of course. Everyone gets fed.” I’m trying to keep it friendly but I know Devil is not going to be happy.

“Does that go for us too?” Ty comes walking in from the kitch en with Jeb. Ty gives Mason a look but then tries to hide it. Don’t know what that was about but I’m glad more people are here.

“Of course. I made enough for a small army, and now I know to make the cake even bigger.” I smile at Ty. He knows I am uncomfortable with Mason here. Jeb makes his way over to me and gives me a hug. “Hey beautiful, I have missed you. I heard you’re pregnant.” I know Jeb is just concerned but my eyes go to Mason and his eyes are on the floor.

“Yes handsome I am. How are you? Everyon e here tonight is eating so when it gets time you know to bring yourself in here?” Jeb and I have always been close. It’s not like Cru and I, who I only tolerated. How two men who look almost identical could be so different is beyond me.

“Yes, I sure will. It smells great in here. Don’t know if that husband of yours will appreciate you calling me handsome though.” I hadn’t thought of that but Jeb and I have been friends forever.

“You let me worry about Kylar. You and I have been friends for so long it just comes natural. We are still friends, right?” With everything between Mason and myself I don’t really know where I stand with Jeb. Cru I know won’t have anything to do with me but Jeb is different.

“Of course darling. We will always be friends and I hope yo u know you can depend on me if you need anything.” I reach up on my tippy toes and give him a big hug. I feel much better when I know where I stand.

“I hope you know we are friends too, Callie. We can be anything you want.” Mason lets me know, and it does make me feel better. Mason and I have been in each other’s lives for a long time. I would like to remain friends.

“Ok. That’s good with me. Now it is time to work on my baby. Are you guys ready?” It’s been a while since I have gotten in the shop and I can’t wait to get started.

“There’s a problem with that sis. Devil gave me instructions a little while ago that you were not to be doing anything in the shop. I’m to do it. Of course you know I don’t take orders from Devil, but I thought I would let you know.” Ty is baiting me. He wants me to go off on Devil. Not happening. I pick up my phone and send off a text. I know he won’t get it until later when they stop to eat. “Ok, that should do it. Let’s get to the shop. Ty anything to do with gasoline you will do. I can’t lift anything to heavy and if I get tired I will leave. I will run the exhaust fan to blow the fumes out and if that don’t ventilate it enough I will stop, but this is my car and I will help. Now do you have something else to say Ty?”

“Nope. Sound s like everything is just fine. Baby girl does everything her way. You never change.” He smirks and knows his little ploy to get me to go off on Kylar didn’t work. I toss him some attitude. “Why mess with perfection?” The rest of the day we work on my car and get it finished up. Mason flirts with me every chance he gets and his eyes follow me everywhere. We stop for lunch and I warm up some left overs and make my cake before we go back. Felix was bored, playing on his phone. Then the day is done and I am tired. I put dinner on the table and then I finish up dessert and serve it and everyone gets full. Jeb and Mason take turns keeping an eye outside. Ty leaves to do some things at the club and takes Jeb with him. I had a long talk with Kylar on the phone, and no he’s not happy with Mason being here, but he’ll be ok. They had problems with one of the bikes today so they are still a few hours from where they are going. Felix is in the shower when I hear a knock on the door and I look out and it’s Mason. I open the door and he takes my hand. I try to jerk it back but he holds it.

“What do you want Mason?” I am too tired for this.

 

“I just want a conversation alone.” I know this is not a good idea. I’m too tired but I guess we need closure.

“Mason, I am tired but i f you need to do this ok. Just remember, I am a married woman and you will respect that.” I look to make sure he is taking me serious I see his acceptance so I go and sit with him on the swing that we used sit on long ago. When I was his and he was mine.

“Are feeling ok, Callie? I don’t know anything about being pregnant. Are you ok?” He looks like my old Mason. So concerned.

 

“I’m fine. I just get tired easier. I have had it easy. No morning sickness or anything.” I like being pregnant. I guess I’m a lucky one.

 

“Cal, I miss you. I miss us. I don’t know how to be without you.” He should have been me two months ago when I found out he cheated on me.

“Look Mason, I am just going to come out and say this. I’ve never been one to beat around the bush. You destroyed me when you cheated on me.” He starts to say something but I raise my hand and he quiets. “You blindsided me. I put all my trust in you. Mason, you were everything to me. You say you waited on me, well I waited on you, too. I would have never cheated on you. Do you think no one ever tried something with me? If you do, you’re wrong. I turned them down. I never wanted love. I never wanted a relationship for just that reason, but you made me believe. You made me want it. Now I would no more cheat on Kylar than I would have you.” I keep it honest and to the point so there can be no mixed communications.

“I understand Cal but are you telling me you love Devil?” I look in his eyes and I see pain but it is pain of his own making.

“Yes Mason, I have fallen in love with Kylar. It didn’t start like that. But I love him now and I want our little family. I’m going to be a mom. My dreams were always with you. My laughter, my tears, and I thought my happily ever after. Everything. But I have let it go. One night and one mistake took it all away. I have to see where this ride with Kylar will take me. I think it’s all that keeps me sane right now.” I don’t want to hurt Mason but I have to be honest. It’s what is right for everyone.

“I did this to you and I will hate myself for it the rest of my life. I understand your loyalty. It’s one of the things I love about you. I will always be waiting and hoping you come back to me. No matter how long it takes. If you need me, I’m here. It doesn’t matter your carrying his child. That child is part of you and I can love him or her. When Devil gets back from the run they’re on some heavy stuff is going to go down. I will be here if you need me. That’s all I can say. Club business. Just remember I am here and I still love you.” Then before I know it Mason has me in his arms and he kisses me. At first it scares me, but then I feel like I am betraying Kylar and I pull out of his arms and push him away.

“Mason don’t ever do that again. You have no claims on me anymore.” How will I explain this to Kylar? He is going to hit the roof.

“You’re right but have you asked yourself why Kylar hasn’t put a property patch on you yet or why you’re not wearing his tattoo yet?” with that Mason gets up and runs off into the night. I have wondered, why but why would Mason bring it up and what does Mason know about this run? Tomorrow I will be visiting the club house to see if I can dig up anything. Then I see Felix sticking his head in the curtains. I walk back in the house and I laugh at Felix, “What are you doing Fe?”

“I started to come out but I didn’t want to interrupt. I heard you two on the porch and didn’t want to barge out there.” Fe always wanted me with Mason but I know he was just being considerate.

“Come on Fe. I am tired. I am going to lock up the house. Set the alarm and get a snack and go upstairs and we can veg out in front of the TV.” I am just exhausted. “Can I have more cake? You can veg out if you want.” Fe and his sweet tooth.

“Sure thing sweets.” We go to the kitchen after I set the alarm a nd check all the locks. Don’t take us long for Fe’s milk and cake and my veggies, ranch, and water. While Fe is looking for a movie to watch, I pilfer my closet. I took a lot with me but I left a lot, too. I start packing a suitcase to take back with me of some winter clothes and I come across my to go bag I always kept in the bottom of my closet. I open it and everything is still in there. A copy of all my important papers. A couple of fake ID’s and an envelope with ten thousand dollars in it. Dad always made me keep it in case we were hit by a rival club and I needed to be on the run. We all kept one and we had a designated place to meet up once we got away. I guess when dad gets back I can give it back to him, but I need to remember to set up something like that at home. I finish packing stuff I want to take with me and then I join Fe. He’s still hasn’t found anything so I pick. Our favorite action movie of course. Vin never gets old. I don’t remember anything but previews until I hear my phone ring. Fe hands it to me. A text from Kylar, telling me goodnight and he loves me. I hooked my phone to the charger and I am back out. I know nothing until the next morning. My phone is ringing and I reach over and answer it, “Hello. Is someone there?” then the line goes dead. Oh well, I look at the time and it is after ten. I look at my call log and it was a blocked call. Probably a wrong number. I look over and Fe is still asleep, but I know he has to be at work by eleven thirty so I shake him. Then I go take care of my morning usual’s. When I come out Fe is dressed.

“You want breakfast? I can fix you something.” Fe is not much of a morning person.

“No thanks. I need to scoot. Besides I am still full from last night.” With that we walk to the kitchen together where Ty and Jeb are drinking coffee. I guess Mason has been relieved.

“Mason is at the club.” Well I didn’t ask. “As soon as you take your vitamin, Devil’s orders, and get ready we are taking you to the club. Mason needs some sleep. He was up all night. Jeb and I have to be in town soon, so you need to be at the club so he can keep an eye on you. Kelsey is going to be there with you. Sound good? You can eat there and you’ll need to drive. Devil said no rides on the bikes.” I smile at how much Devil thinks of everything.

“I’ll be ready in five.” I turn and go back in my room and grab my vitamins to take and my purse. I set them on the bed and then I find a pair of cut offs and a tank. My belly still isn’t poking out yet, so this will do. I slip my chucks on with them and I am ready. It doesn’t take long to get there and as soon as Ty has me inside he is gone. Kelsey is in the kitchen and we each have a bowl of cereal for breakfast. We get back into the bar area and sit on the big couch and settle in for a visit. She catches me up on all the club gossip. Just as I am about to start asking her questions about the guys run, two women walk in. One I think is Kizzy. Stone’s wife, but I’m not sure. I only seen her one time but Kelsey takes the lead “Can I help you? I don’t believe we know each other.” Kelsey is always nice.

“We’re here to see this bitch about some business but none of it is yours so you need to leave.” Holy crap. This woman did not know who she was dealing with. Kelsey is all nice but she would bitch slap a smart mouth in a second. I pull my purse over next to me, casually. Kelsey has gotten on her feet and when she partially covers me I slip my gun in my back waist band and cover it with my shirt.

“Look bitch. I’m an ol’ lady here and I will take you outside and we can talk about this.” Kelsey already has her hands going and she has her hip cocked sideways. She is definitely ready to give them attitude but I know they are here for me and I will give them my attention.

“Say whatever it is you have to say and get out. I don’t have time for your crap mouth.” I am trying to be patient. The older of the two looks to the other, “Is that her?” Kizzy shakes her head yes. “I’m here to let you know you have served your purpose little girl, now I’m taking my man back.” I don’t know what she’s getting at but I see Kelsey texting on her phone.

“What are you talking about? What man? I’m married to Kylar.” This woman is not making sense.

“Yeah well, I’m Devil’s ol’ lady so we have a problem” then she turns around and I see on the back of her leather jacket she has a property patch with Devil on it. She lifts her hair and she has the emblem of the Feral Steel club on her with Devil underneath it. It is on her neck and down to the top of her shoulder. I feel sick. This is why he didn’t claim me in front of his club. I know men who have a wife and an ol’ lady and sometimes girlfriends too, but I didn’t think Kylar was this way. He said he loved me and then I remember.

“You may have his property patch and his club tattoo but I am going to have his child.” She just laughs. She’s laughing at me.

“You think that makes a difference. I don’t want no yapping, crying brats. You and that brat was the way he thinks he freed me. See you were just a means to an end to him. He wants and loves me. He just took your virginity and used you like the fool you are. You can thank your mama and daddy for that one.” My mind is racing. How could I be such an idiot? I trusted the wrong man again. What is wrong with me? Wait what did she say? I take a breath. I square my shoulders. This is not me. I am strong and I will not let these people run over me.

“What the hell do you mean my mama and daddy? Dad would never have anything to do with white trash like you.” They may be right about Kylar, but dad is my hero. This time Kizzy speaks up, “We’re not talking about Chief. We’re talking about Diamondback your DNA dad and Karen your mom.” I have no idea what they mean. I’ve never known my DNA dad and how do they know Karen?

“You two need to leave. Ty is on his way with Hambone and they will not put up with your shit.” Kelsey puts in but I need answers.

“You two have until they get here and then you’ll disappear.” Kizzy i s looking nervous but the other one still has that sarcastic look. “Speak or they will shut you down. You came here to blow my world up so do it. Or have you lost your nerve now?” I am as hateful as I can be and she knows I am daring her to tell me.

“Well, you do have a backbone. Devil said you were a weak.” She thinks that will make me back down and fall to pieces but she has under estimated me.

“Devil thinks Diamondback kidnapped me. Of course that was part of my plan. I’ve been shacked up, but Devil will never believe that. Diamondback had a thing with Karen and you were the result. All this time he didn’t know he had you. He thought all he had was his son. Well Diamondback is getting older and he is thinking down the road. His son is sterile due to an illness he had when he was younger. So he will get no more family line from him, so you were his answer. Karen showed up running from Chief and Diamondback has protected her because of you. To get me back Devil had to marry and impregnate you and then leave you, sign his rights away and divorce you. Perfect plan. Then daddy dearest shows up and claims your ass and he gets his heir. Perfect plan and your mom, Karen, came up with it. You see, she and my mom used to party together so we’ve known each other a long time. She’ll get Diamondback in time, a President of a MC.

Devil will be President when Steel kicks the bucket and I’ll have mine and you, little girl will be left in the cold. All alone like you deserve. Since all you do is look down on your mom and you as good as killed your brother Tommy.” She finally shuts up and I can’t believe everything I just heard. How can I be so stupid, every time? I see Mason coming down the hall like his pants are on fire and I know someone called him. I see the fury in his eyes. He comes and stands between us. Always my protector, until he isn’t. He betrayed me. Then I see her. She just walks in the club like she owns it. She’s older and the years have not been nice to her but I know it is Karen. She’s laughing.

“Well, well, well. Where’s your mighty protector now? Chief out of town?” She knew he was gone. This is a set up. She planned it along with this other woman and Kizzy. It’s all coming to me now. She had orchestrated this all to hurt me. Because this woman always hated me. The words never ever, never ever, keep running through my head. The things Tommy and dad used to always tell me. She’ll never ever get to you again and again. Then never forever, nothing ever last never forever. “Bitch you look like you seen a ghost. It’s not like I can bring back the brother you killed.” I loved Tommy. It wasn’t my fault. Never forever. She can’t hurt me anymore, never ever. Mason has her up by her throat and throws her across the room before I know what is going on. “Bitch get up and get out.” Then he looks at the other two and he points “That means you two also. I don’t hit women but you hurt Callie and I will put all three of you in the ground. Out.”

“Stop.” I look at the woman beside Kizzy. “What’s your name?” She only hesitates a minute and smiles when she says it, “My name is Brianne but Devil calls me Bri.” Then I knew everything she said was true.

“You always have the se men wrapped around your finger. One day I will get you alone and I will put you in the ground where you should be instead of your brother.” That’s all I could take. I walked around Kelsey and straight up to Karen and pushed Mason out of my way. I pulled the gun out of my waistband and then I grabbed a hold of Karen’s hair and slammed her face into the wall all with one hand and then I pulled her up straight and put my gun under her chin.

“Bitch I see you again and I will put you in the ground and I have a dad and it isn’t Diamondback. If either of you approach me then someone will die. Do you have that message straight?” She has fear in her eyes but she has to save face in front of her friends, “You don’t have what it takes.” Her face turns white when I pull the trigger back on my gun.

“Shall we test that theory, because I can guarantee you, I do.” I get right up in her face and everything and everyone else in the room has faded out, until Ty puts his thumb in between the trigger and firing mechanism of my gun.

“Callie, calm down baby girl. Look it’s me Ty. Callie please.” I let go and le t him take my gun. “Thank you.” I don’t back away. Instead, I step up to her and grab her throat. “You take that message, bitch, straight back to Diamondback. I’m not the weak little girl for you to terrorize anymore. I will end you. You got that bitch.” Karen looked shaken and when I looked at Bri she seemed surprised too.

“One more thing. Your dad, Chief, has known about Diamondback your whole life just like Tommy. So even the ones you care about lie to you. You will never be anything but miserable in your life. I will make sure of that.” With that from Karen I turn and walk out of the club house. I am so over all this. I need fresh air. Mason, Ty, and Kelsey all come out after me. I guess Hambone and Jeb are taking care of the trio inside. I know what I have to do but I only hope I can pull it off.

“Kelsey can you drive me home? I need to rest for a while.” I know Kelsey will stay with me but not smother me so I can get things set up for tomorrow. “Sure, whatever you need.” Kelsey is concerned.

“Are you ok sis? You know you can’t trust anything they say.” Ty is trying to smooth it over so I know it is bad, but right now I need quiet and I need to make my plan.

“I’m ok but I’m tired. This was all too much. You know I don’t trust Karen and I don’t even know those other two. Can I just go home?” I give my best performance of my life.

“Ok, but Mason is going, too. I don’t want any more surprises today and I think you need to rest. You’re pregnant, take it easy. Dad and Devil are both going to kill me.” I know Ty is trying to lighten things up but right now I just want gone.

“Mason you’re going with Callie and Kelsey. Give Callie some room to breathe but protect and no one gets to them.” Ty has come into his own, he is dad made over. I give him a kiss on his cheek and he hugs me back. “Sorry sis.” I know he is, too. Mason is right behind me and then he opens my car door but he bends to whisper in my ear, “You can fool the others but I know you’re not ok.” Then I do something I thought I would never do again I pull Mason down into a kiss. Not just any kiss, a deep lingering kiss and it has the effect I wanted it to, “You’ve never kissed me like that before. It was so much more.” Then I shut my car door and he is still just looking at me. Maybe that will keep him distracted.

Chapter 61

Callie

As soon as I get home and Kelsey is settled in the living room in front of her talk shows, I sneak into Dad’s home office. I get two of the burner phones out of his bottom desk drawer. I also get the keys to our gun cabinet and go and get my 45 and my 380 out and all the ammo I can carry. I don’t think I’ll need these but where Karen is concerned I can’t be too careful. Then I go and check on Kelsey, she has fallen asleep. I take the guns and ammo and put them in my suitcase and then I find a bag and take it back into my dad’s office. I go to the safe that I keep all my things in. I have the insurance money I received from Tommy’s estate when I turned eighteen. That with money I had stashed from races, I have close to twenty thousand dollars here plus the ten in my to go bag. That’s a start. Thirty thousand. I get this back to my room and stash it in my suitcase. Ok, so far so good. Next I get the numbers out of my phone for two places. My bank in Oklahoma and an attorney. I call the bank and my funds will be transferred by two tomorrow. Then I call Mr. Cross. He is handling the annulment as we agreed to before the wedding if fraud could be proved and it can. Papers are signed already and he will be taking care of that tomorrow also. One more call and then a shower. I look the number up and this one will hurt the most but I need the money so it has to be done. There it is, Rabbit has been wanting my car for over year. I am going to give him a deal he can’t turn down.

It took all of three minutes to talk Rabbit into the deal. I already knew that. That’ll be another good chunk of change and I already called the bank here so they will have my other bank funds ready. I have cut up all my store cards and the credit cards I had. All my clothes I will need are packed. I got a refill on my vitamins. I told the nurse I lost them. I pick that up and I have a copy of my medical records faxed to me with a copy of Kylar’s, too. I hope I am not forgetting anything. I found all the little bugs my dad kept in my purses and other things. I even checked clothes and shoes. Kelsey is down stairs fixing us something to eat. Dad and Kylar have tried to call and I won’t answer. I told Kelsey I have a bad headache and don’t feel like talking. She bought it. I should feel bad but right now I just feel nothing. I’m totally numb. I know I have to go down and try to eat something for the baby, but then I am going to sleep. Tomorrow will be a long day. I am meeting Felix and Hanna for lunch and they have to give me the biggest favors I have ever asked for. I just hope they can do this for me. I know it is at least a two-day ride back from where dad went, so tomorrow I have to make my move. I just hope my friends can help me. I make my way down stairs and Kelsey has made us soup and grilled cheese. Mason is eating with us. His eyes follow me around the room. While we are eating he still watches me. He is going to be a problem. Ty comes in with Jeb right before we are done. They finish eating with us. Kelsey and I clean up and I try to act like nothing is wrong but I hug Kelsey tight before she leaves. Then a thought comes to me and I act on it. “Ty is it ok if Mason stays tonight. We need to talk and I would like for him to stay.” I know Ty is not happy with Kylar. I also know Mason will stop watching me so close if we talk or it looks like I am trying to talk.

“Are you sure? Devil isn’t going to like it.” I knew it.

“Ty, right no w I am not too concerned with what Devil likes. He not only has me as a wife but he has Bri as an old lady. Do you think that is fair?” Ty knows I’m right. “Next time Devil calls, because he will, you can tell him Mason is taking care of me.” That was all it took.

“Ok. But I hope you know what you’re doing.” Ty is trying to think it out.

“Tomorrow we will be bust so you need to stay close.” Perfect. “I’m having lunch with Fe and Hanna tomorrow in town and we’re going shopping. A little retail therapy on Devil’s dime.” I throw in the last part for incentive.

“Ok. First sign of trouble call and take your gun.” He reaches into his boot holster and takes it out. Now I have three. “No problem. I’ll be back before dark. I want to fix dad a chocolate pie for when he gets home.”

“Can you make a coconut too?” Ty always loves his sweets.

“I’ll check the cabinets to make sure I have everything.” Everything is working out great. “Mason just so you are not confused, I need to talk. Nothing else.” I don’t want to lead him on.

“Callie I am here no matter what you need.” Mason is trying to be understanding. After what I do tomorrow he’ll probably never want to see me again. Of course that is what I have planned. Mason follows me to my bedroom like he has done so many times before. He’s spent many nights here. We get to my room and I go in and brush my teeth and leave out an extra tooth brush for Mason and change into my pajamas. I go to my drawer and pull out an old pair of Mason’s sweats and hand to him.

“I was wondering where these went to. You were always taking my clothes.” He’s right but not this time.

“You left these here the last night you were home before you had to go back.” That night seems so long ago. Mason goes to the bathroom and takes care of his business and by the time he comes out I am already in the bed with the lights low and I am really tired. He stands there just watching me. I pull the blankets back and he comes and gets in beside me. We’re awkward with each other which we have never been. Then he pulls me into his arms and I go. I lay on his chest and it is like coming home. So familiar. So comfortable. I immediately relax but before I know it I am crying and I can’t stop. I cry on his naked chest for everything I have lost. For all the pain I have suffered. I am tired. So tired of hurting. My mom never loved me. She hated me. My DNA dad never knew about me, but he had a wife anyway. Tommy was taken away from me. Dad loved me, but him and Tommy both lied to me and hid the fact they knew who fathered me. I lost Mason to some other woman. He was my first love. Kylar used me. He is the Devil and that’s all I will call him from now on and how I will remember him. Then dad knew and he didn’t tell me. How much more can I be expected to take?

Men are toxic to me or maybe Karen is right, maybe I am the toxic one. I cry and cry until I have nothing to left. I am numb. Then I slip into the oblivion of sleep. The only place I have peace, but even there Karen’s words come to hunt me down. I wake before anyone else and I slip off of Mason’s chest. I go in the bathroom and take a quick shower and dress and get ready for the day. Mason is still sleeping so I scribble him a note and thank him for last night. I see Jeb on the couch and he is snoring, loudly. I tip toe into Ty’s room and he is asleep, too. I quickly go to where I have hidden my bags and get them in my truck. Then I go back in and leave the note I wrote for dad on his desk. All that’s left is a quick note to Ty telling I am meeting Felix for breakfast. Then I am out of the house and I take my truck to Felix’s and put it in his garage. His parents are on vacation so they won’t be a problem. So far so good. Then I knock on Felix’s door and he comes out dressed with Hanna in tow.

“It’s too early for this.” I give him an apologetic look.

“Let’s get my car out. Wait, you know what. Here Fe, take my truck keys and stay here and Hanna and I will get the car and you can follow us in the truck. That way we have a ride. My head is jumbled. I wasn’t thinking clearly. I have to get it together.” My friends are looking at me like I am crazy. I always think my plans through. “I will honk the horn and you follow. Ok? We’ll leave the garage door open.”

“Sounds good. We better not get caught.” Fe is always worried about getting caught.

 

“Are you sure Callie you have to leave?” Hanna asked with tears in her eyes.

“Yes, when I am settled and I know the heat is off I will get in touch and we will meet up. I promise. I just have to do this for my baby.” I’m on the verge of tears again and I use to very seldom cry. Pregnancy hormones.

“Ok. Let’s get it done then.” Fe says. He hates to see me break down. Hanna and I run the distance back and we sneak into my dad’s shop and we have my car out before anyone notices. This will be the last time I drive my baby. I built her from the ground up. This is a bittersweet drive. We drive by Fe’s and honk and he follows us to meet Rabbit who is waiting on us. He gives me my cash and I sign the bill of sale and sign over the title. I give her one more look and then we leave for our next stop. My attorney’s office, Mr. Cross. I signed all the papers and told him I would be in touch and told him my plans. He acted very fatherly and said he would push it through without anyone knowing. Since we had already agreed before the wedding and signed papers he won’t have to talk to Devil again. Could be done by week’s end. I told him I would be calling from a burner and he assured me he wouldn’t give me away, but who knows. I also picked up the faxed copies of my and Devil’s medical records. I need Devil’s for baby daddy health history. I will play it safe. I had my legal papers sent to Fe. I can check with him on the progress. Next we had lunch and I remembered my vitamins so we picked them up. Ty calls and I assure him we are having a great time and he talks to Fe. He’s happy for the time being.

After lunch I go to the bank and withdraw all funds except a few dollars to keep the accounts open. If they close, the bank will contact dad, so I leave very little in them. I now have a good nest egg. Last is a quick stop at the mall for new luggage and purse. I take them back to my truck and change everything to the new cases and clean my purse out and give my old one to Hanna. I wasn’t supposed to know they have trackers in them. So does my watch so I picked a new one up and gave Hanna my old one. One last stop with my friends then we will part ways. I go in and buy two tickets in my name at the bus stop one to New Orleans and one to Phoenix. Opposite directions. I have booked rooms for two days in each town and paid for and given both Hanna and Felix tickets home and spending money. Hanna has my purse and watch with trackers and Fe has my luggage with trackers. Distractions. I drop them off with tearful goodbyes. Then I go to the flower shop for daisies. I make it to visit Tommy’s grave but I know I am running out of time. I go straight to his grave and lay the flowers down. I kiss his headstone and sit to have my talk.

“Tommy, I forgive you for keeping things from me. I kno w you had to have your reasons. I love you brother but I won’t be back for a while. I have to leave. Too much has happened. I’m having a baby. I have to protect him or her, like you protected me. Dad lied to me. I know he loves me and I love him, but right now I need my space. I know I’ll get over it and be back, but I have to go for now. Devil used me. I can’t face this again. I’ll always remember never forever, never ever. I’ll never forget. I love you brother. Keep a watch over our loved ones.” With that I get up and walk out of this place and don’t look back. I get in my truck and I drive the two hours to Dallas and the police station I told the guy to meet me at to sell my truck to. He gives me the cash and I sign it over and give him a bill of sale. Then I call a cab and go to a small but respectable motel and sign in with my fake ID. Once I am inside. I go to part two of my plan. I take the scissors and cut my long hair. Then I take out the hair dye I bought and thirty minutes later I am a red head with a cute pixie cut. I cut up the fake ID I used and put everything in a trash liner. Then I take my cell phone and stomp it and take the battery out and put it all in the trash liner. I clean everything in the room down and call a cab from my burner phone and leave to another motel, but a nicer one and use another fake ID. When I’m finally in my room. I lay down and the darkness takes me away again.

I’m up early the next morning and go to a car dealership and buy me a new nondescript car in white and finally I am on my way. I get to a smaller town and go into a truck stop to eat. I buy a map on my way in and then I sit at a table and soon the waitress takes my order. I take my vitamins and unfold my map. I have used every trick I know about disappearing. Distractions for people following me. Get rid of technology, phones, computers, etc. Change appearance. Use only cash. Fake ID’s. No certain destination and never go somewhere you’ve been. Now all I can do is hope. I close my eyes and point my pen and mark and then I look. That is going to be my new home. About four days taking my time and watching my tail. Five states away. I can do this. We can do this. I rub my stomach Sure enough five days later I arrive and find a small motel run by a sweet little woman. I know this is where my new home is. I asked the woman, Mrs. Clark, where to get a good meal and she told me about a diner about a mile from here and I go over to check it out. I check the hours out and this town must roll up at ten because this place closes at nine and it is the only thing in town. So I order something for now and something to go. That’s when I notice a help wanted sign. Could I have this good of luck? When the waitress brings me back my food I ask her about the position and she said she would get me an application and send the boss to talk to me. She hasn’t had a day off for two weeks and she’s pulling doubles. Don’t know what the trouble could be in a small town but I could do this if I stay.

She brings the application and I fill it out as I eat but I soon see what my problem will be. I have a fake ID, social and birth certificate but I have no work history or address or references. Oh well. I can wait, but a man comes and sits across from me. The first thing I notice is, he is wearing a MC club cut. He is a SAA in the Troubled Fathoms MC. Oh shit not another MC. Then I look at the man and he is very handsome. His hair is longer. A sandy blonde and he has cool looking gray eyes. Almost like spun glass. His chest is so broad and defined through his tight t-shirt. Nice. He puts his hand out for me to shake it but I just barely put my hand in his and take it back. This girl will not go down this road again.

“Hi. I’m Dra and heard you was asking about the position we have?” I might as well get this over with.

“Sorry I wasted your time. I just got into town. I’m staying at Mrs. Clark’s. I have no permanent address. No references and no prior work record so to speak.” I give it to him straight.

“What do you have? Someone chasing you?” He asks and I really don’t care for his attitude. About that time the waitress brings my food to go box. I hand the waitress twenty dollars and tell her to keep the change. And get up to leave.

“Hey, where you going?” Dra asks me.

“I don’t like prying people. I don’t ask you prying questions Mr. Sergeant At Arms for a MC. I don’t like them either. I don’t have information. No cops are looking for me. Keep your job. I’ll find something else.” I know I am giving attitude but I have had a rough week.

“In this town if you want to work it’ll be for us. We own most of everything.” Just my luck. Dra is a smug ass. Then I walk out and drive back to the motel. I go to my room and go back to my darkness. Sleep is the only thing that saves me. I wake early the next morning and shower and I’m thinking I better just get in my car and drive some more. When I have my stuff back together I hear a little knock at my door and open it. There stands Mrs. Clark. She wants me to have coffee with her so I agree but I grab my purse before I go. We go back to the office and she has coffee and Danish set out. She drinks coffee and I drink water and eat a Danish with her. She just wants company. She’s lonely. Then I remember my vitamin. I get it out and Mrs. Clark gives me a strange look and I explain I am pregnant and she just fusses over me. She asks my age and I tell her. She asks me to stay a few days but I don’t know. Then we hear a commotion in the lobby part of the motel. She goes to check it out and I follow her so I can get back on the road. In the lobby is a stringy haired man who looks like he could use a bath and there is a bigger man with tear drops tattooed down his face. He looks intimidating. The bigger man grabs Mrs. Clark roughly and the stringy haired man pulls a knife out in a menacing way towards me. My hand automatically goes to my stomach.

“This is none of your concern, bitch, so stay put.” The stringy ha ired man said waving the knife in my direction. The bigger man has Mrs. Clark pinned to the check in counter and now has his hands around her neck. “I told that the club I would get back at them for kicking us out and you are that ticket old woman.” He slaps her hard across the face. So hard she has blood running from her lip but she doesn’t show fear. Ok, who takes their frustration out on an elderly woman? Stringy hair guy is enjoying watching the show from the bully and is distracted. I am just pissed. I pull my gun out of my purse and shoot it in the air.

“That’s the only warning you’ll get. Let her go.” Mrs. Clark squirms herself away from him and gets behind me. “Mrs. Clark get my purse and call whoever is going to come and take care of these assholes.” Both guys look at me. Mrs. Clark does as I ask but then the big guy tries to rush us and I shoot him in the kneecap. Then I point the gun at stringy head, “You want to make it two?” With that he bends down to help his friend. I look at Mrs. Clark, “Do you know these two?”

“Why yes. That one is Abe.” She points at the one I shot. “And that one is his cousin, Harold. They used to be with my son-inlaw’s club.” Just my luck. I wonder who I pissed off now. That’s when I hear the bikes approaching. Five minutes later six bad-ass looking bikers walk in and one of them is Dra from the diner. The man in front resembles Dra a lot but older. He’s wearing the president patch on his cut. He looks at Mrs. Clark and then back to me, “Darling you can put that gun down.”

“No sir I can’t. Not until Mrs. Clark tells me if you are the good guys or someone else I need to shoot” I don’t back down a bit until I see Mrs. Clark and the president smile. Dra looks pretty amused himself.

“It’s ok sweety, this is my son in -law. Definitely a good guy.” I let my gun down and put the safety back on then put it back in my purse. Dra steps to the front and laughs, “You always carry a 45 with you?”

“Yes, I do. Among others. If you have this, I was just leaving.” I go to leave but the president stops me by stepping in front of me.

“Don’t you want to know why she called us instead of the cops?” He’s trying to find out if I am going to rat on them when I leave. I know my next answers are important and he has to believe me. “Not my business. Help was needed. I gave it. You’re here now. If it was me I would put them to ground but that decision is yours and your clubs.” Direct and to the point. Then I feel my head swim and I start to fall but strong arms catch me. He lifts me in his arms and sits me in a chair.

“Get this girl some water and give her room to breathe. She’s pregnant. The excitement probably gave her a head rush.” Mrs. Clark tells the men standing around watching me. Mrs. Clark hands me a glass of water and I drink some and I start to feel better. Dra is squatted down in front of me, “Darling where is your man? By your application you gave me you’re only eighteen and you’re pregnant. Why are you by yourself?” this man is digging too deep.

“I don’t ask questions and I don’t like to answer them. I am not running from the law and that is all you need to know. Now I need to leave so I can get on the road.” With that Dra gets up and goes over to the president and Mrs. Clark comes to sit beside me. I squeeze her hand and go to get up and the glorious darkness takes me under again. I feel like I’m floating and I’m peaceful and I embrace it.

The End For Now. Watch for Catching Forever coming Spring 2016.

PLAY LIST

1 Addicted by Saving Abel
2 Ain’t worth the Whiskey by Cole SWINDELL
3 Answer to No One by Colt Ford featuring JJ Lawhorn
4 Back (Remix) by Colt Ford featuring Jake Owens
5 Because of You by Kelly Clarkson
6 Better Do It by Raelynn
7 Black Betty by Ram Jam
8 Calm Before The Storm by Sarah Ross
9 Confident by Demi Lavoto
10 Crazy Bitch by Buckcherry
11 Dirty Laundry by Carrie Underwood
12 G.R.I.T.S. by Brantley Gilbert
13 Good Times, Cheap Wine by Kid Rock
14 Gunpowder and Lead by Miranda Lambert
15 Hell Raisin’ Country by Moonshine Bandits featuring Big Smo
16 If You Want A Bad Boy by Brantley Gilbert
17 Jekyll and Hyde by Five Finger Death Punch
18 Marvin Gaye by Charlie Puth featuring Meghan Trainor
19 Might As Well Get Stoned by Chris Stapleton
20 Play Ball by AC/DC
21 Read Me My Rights by Brantley Gilbert
22 She’s Crazy by Moonshine Bandits
23 Sweet Child of Mine by Guns ‘N Roses
24 Tainted Love- Album Version by Marilyn Manson
25 Take Your Time by Sam Hunt
26 This Means War by Avenged Sevenfold
27 Tonight Looks Good On You by Jason Aldean
28 Twilight Zone by Golden Earring
29 Two Rings Shy by Miranda Lambert
30 You Shook Me All Night Long by AC/DC
31 Wild Horses by The Rolling Stones
32 He Stopped Loving Her Today by George Jones
33 Look At You Girl by Chris LeDoux