“I’m sure it hurt like a mother fucker, but you’re all good. I’m gonna leave you, but if you need anything, let Doom know, okay?”
I nodded. “Thanks. I really appreciate it.”
“No problem.”
He grabbed his bag, nodded to Doom, and walked out the door.
I burst into tears and Doom walked over to me and wrapped me in a hug.
“Oh my god, I can’t believe you came all the way over here when I called,” I said.
“Baby, we might not be exclusive, but we’re becomin’ friends, so that makes you club business.”
“And that’s a good thing?” I asked.
“Well, it is if it means you’re in pain and need help at three o’clock in the mornin’.”
“Thank you,” I whispered.
“You’re welcome.” He lifted my chin. “Where are your meds?”
“In the kitchen, above the dishwasher.”
“Okay, I’ll go find them. You want me to stay or head back to the club?”
“Will you stay?”
“Sure.”
He kissed me gently, then went and got my meds.
* * *
I rolled over and my face connected with a very muscular chest and I forgot for half a second that Doom was in my bed. Then I smiled. Doom was in my bed.
“Mornin’, Angel.”
“Are you naked?”
He chuckled. “Not quite.”
I met his eyes. “Shame.”
Before he could comment, Booger jumped onto the bed and promptly settled himself on top of Doom’s head. Doom grinned, reaching up to pet my cat, taking all of it in stride. “I take it this is where he normally sleeps?”
“Yes. Unless he’s sleeping onmyhead.” I met his eyes. “How did you know where I lived?”
“I have my own guy,” he said evasively. “How’s your leg?”
“So much better.” I kissed his chest. “Thank you again for coming to my rescue. I didn’t know who else to call.”
His mood shifted suddenly, I could feel it because his body stiffened. Minutely, maybe, but enough for me to notice. Before I could ask why, however, he gave my bottom a gentle smack and climbed out of bed. “Got shit to do today, how about I make you breakfast before I head out?”
“Ah…sure.”
He headed to my bathroom and I sat up and slid my legs over the side of the mattress. When he walked back into my room, I met his eyes. “Do me a favor.”
“What do you need?”
