“This discussion went downhill too fucking fast.My ears certainly aren’t made for this,” Sevrin grumbles.
Turning my attention to Sevrin, I ask, “Are they made to hear me out about a favor?”
His gaze slides to Norie for a moment before they land on mine.“The kind of favor we need to discuss in church?”
I slowly shake my head.“There are no secrets between me and my old lady.Yesterday was an eye-opener for me.The uncertainty of ever having a future with her in it was roughly ripped away from me without even getting a hint of what might be.”
My eyes find Norie and there’s a sheen in her eyes where the buildup of tears is threatening to spill over.I feel her emotions as mine, with the vivid reminder of yesterday.
Right now, I feel the need to lighten the mood and it’s why I give her a wink, along with the words, “Last night was a taste of the life I never want to let slip through my fingers ever again.”
“Club business,” Sevrin starts.
I cut him off.“Is something I will decide if she needs to know.You’re not the president of this club, and Norie is my old lady.I’ve never shared shit with a woman, but she’s not any woman, now is she?Or are you telling me she will thrive in my life when I don’t soothe her brain and keep her in the fucking dark about shit?”
Norie isn’t pussy, she isn’t like any other chick I’ve shoved my cock in to get off.No.I knew she was special when Swade warned me not to trust her if she acted like an airhead.She’s been an enigma ever since and has only given me the straight up truth, saved my damn life, and has captivated me with her charm.
Sevrin rubs a hand over his face and mutters that sounds like, “I’m never going to accept my fated...”
“Never going to accept your fate?”I bark out a laugh.“Dude, shit happens for a reason and if you try to avoid whatever life throws at you?Believe me, you’re bound to faceplant into your own mess when the time comes.Then you’ll know exactly why I’m not going to ignore something good landing in my lap.”
“As you should.And if I find out you’re mistreating or disrespecting my niece?You won’t live to talk about the fucking consequences,” Sevrin calmly states.
Pulling out a chair I grunt, “Didn’t we already go over this?”
“What’s the favor?”Norie asks, bringing us back to the discussion at hand.
I shoot her another quick wink and turn to Sevrin.“There’s still a threat hanging in the air and I don’t want to put my old lady’s life at risk again.So, I’m asking you for help.”
Sevrin nods.“You got it.I’ll take her to my territory and keep her safe.”
“Fuck, no,” I snap.“Norie isn’t going anywhere.I want you to get a few of your guys here and protect her while me and my brothers will head out to take down every fucking member of Norlick Ways MC.”
Norie places a hand on my thigh.Without looking, I cover her hand with mine and stare Sevrin down.I’m not budging when it comes to Norie, her safety, and keeping her close.
Sevrin glances at Norie and sighs.“Fine.I’ll make the call, but I’m also coming with you along with a few others to make sure you don’t fuck up.”
I’m about to mention the whole deal is about him specifically watching over my woman when Heart stomps into the kitchen.
“Any of you see Huck this morning?”he asks while frowning at his phone.
Sevrin and Norie shake their head while I rumble, “No, why?”
Heart rubs the back of his neck.“I can’t get a hold of Swade.He was heading to the brewery this morning and was going to call me when he got there.I sent Huck to check and now he’s not picking up either.”
Norie jumps up.“What?”
She fumbles with her phone and brings it to her ear.Her face is filled with worry.
“Let’s ride and check,” I tell Heart.
Sevrin gets to his feet.“I’m coming with you guys.”
“Heart, gather some of the others.If shit hit the fan I want as much backup as needed.”I turn to Norie.“There’s no way I can ask for you to stay here, right?”
She shoves the phone into her pocket.“He’s not answering his phone.And no.No damn way am I going to sit on my ass and bite my nails until you come back.”
“Figured,” I grumble and head out the door.
