RHYLIE
After getting in the truck which Lucas literally had to lift me in because I couldn't reach, being short sucks sometimes. He's taking me to the local steak house which is one of my favorite places to eat. He grabs my hand, kisses the back of it, and lays it across his leg like it's not a big deal yet here I am still freaking out like the spazz I am. I can feel how red my face is turning at how close my hand is to his dick as if I move it just a little closer I can get a feel of it. We stop at a red light and Lucas looks over at me and gives me a wink like he can read my thoughts. Not wanting to make a big deal about it I turn to look out the window watching the town pass by. I love my small town. We are such a close-knit town when someone is in need, we always band together and help each other out. Owning Naughty Beans I'm able to get to know people and it's such an amazing part of my job, it's what I love. Lost in my thoughts I don't notice us pull into the parking lot until I hear Lucas say.
“Wait for me to get your door baby and I'll help you down.”
Lucas opens my door, grabs me around the waist, and slides me down his front so I feel all of him which makes him groan and me whimper. He gives me a quick kiss while adjusting himself. Walking hand and hand we get inside and I see my friend Cami at the hostess stand giving her a wave. She gives me the biggest smile watching me walk in with Lucas.
“Hey guys your table is ready, just follow me”
Cami grabs two menus and we follow her to a table in the back, thank god because I can't stand how these women keep checking out Lucas. I mean I get it, he's hot and they are probably wondering what he's doing with me but shit some are even with their men. Shaking my head Lucas pulls my chair out for me and sits down in front of me. Just like my brother doesn't like to give the room his back.
“Here are your menus, your waitress will be with you shortly enjoy your dinner”
Thanking Cami I pick up my menu even though I know what I want. It just gives me something to do since I can feel Lucas staring at me which makes me blush hard. I can hear him laughing at me so I finally decided to look up and I can see the pure joy that he has on his face which makes all the panic I’m feeling leave that instant because I know I'm the one that put it there because I’m feeling the same thing at the moment which makes me smile at him teeth and all which probably makes me look like a loon but at this moment I couldn't be happier.
“ Have I told you tonight how beautiful you look tonight Rhylie?”
He grabs my hands and kisses the back of them. It's like he can't help touching me all the time and it's not in a creepy way. I like his kisses especially the ones on the forehead to me that shows me he respects and loves me. It's not about lust at that moment but full of love and respect.
“Thank you Lucas, you're looking really good too.”
Giving me his signature smirk he says “ I know, I saw you checking me out while I was getting into the truck and the fact that while we walked in here you were staring down a few women who were looking. It's hot when you're staking your claim, just know that goes both ways.’
I didn't think he saw any of that, how embarrassing. Giving him the evil eye for laughing at how red I am yet again thanks to him. He's saved by the waitress coming over to take our order. It's another friend of mine thank god because I don't know if I could handle another woman checking him out at the moment.
“Hey Rhylie, what can I get you guys to drink?”
“I'll have a Bud Light please”
“Same, thank you”
“I'll give you guys a few minutes to look over the menu and I'll be back with your drinks.”
“What time do you have to be in the cafe tomorrow?
“I'll be going in at eight. I still have a few things I have to do. I have a few interviews set up for the part-time baker tomorrow so I’m hoping to have baked goods back in the cafe by next week since it was such a big hit with everyone in town.”
Liz takes that moment to drop off our drinks and take our order. We both order steaks with baked potatoes with the works. I watch Liz walk away and look back over to Lucas who has an intense look on his face so I know whatever he's thinking isn't good. Taking a sip of my beer I say.
“ What's with that look, Lucas?”
“I'll be taking you to and from work tomorrow just until we know what's going on. I just have a feeling something wasn't right the other night. And I won't be taking any chances with your safety. So please just let me have this. I need to know your safe.”
Wanting to get his mind off this and knowing when to let things go I grin at him and say “well it's not like you have to go far for work afterward. It's fine Lucas, I know how much this means to you so I won't fight you on this.” I watch as if a weight has been lifted off him by me agreeing to let him drive me to work and home. But let's face it, any time I get to spend with him is no hardship for me. I love spending time with him. Being near Lucas is my happy place.
“Thank you baby. So what did you want to do after dinner? We can go see what's playing at the theatre or go get some ice cream?”
“Can we just go home after this? I just want to cuddle on the couch and watch a movie there if you don't mind.” giving me a soft smile he says
“Sure Ry, anything you want to do it's fine.”
Liz takes that moment to drop our food off and let me tell you the smell of this steak has my mouth-watering. No talking is done after that until we both finish. It's just too good to stop eating. After polishing off our plates, Lucas pays the bill and we walk hand in hand towards his truck. From the corner of my eye, I notice someone dressed in all black watching us from the shadows and I get a really bad feeling again the same one I got that night in the cafe. Squeezing Lucas's hand to get his attention I tell him in a shaky voice. “Do you see him Lucas?”
“I see him baby. When I get you in the truck I want you to lock the door. I'm going after this guy. I'm going to call Mason and Victor as well so they can meet us here. I want to end this now. I won't have this guy scare you anymore.”
With that he gives me a quick kiss and closes the door all the while I'm freaking out thinking something is going to happen to him. I can't lose him when I finally got my chance to be with him. I just don't understand what I did to this person to have him follow me and scare me twice now. I can hear the sirens, and breathe a little easier knowing my brother is here and Lucas has backup. I'm lost in my thoughts of what if when someone knocks on the window, I let out a scream turning I see my brother standing there. I open the door and he gives me a hug making sure I'm ok.
“I'm ok Mason, where's Lucas? Did you find the guy?” Before Mason can respond I'm taken from my brother's arms and into Lucas's and it's like I can breathe again.
“It's okay baby, he took off once he saw me coming. I still couldn't get a look at his face before he ran. I don't want you to worry about this. We will catch this guy. Let's get you home so you can relax.”
Getting back into the truck I say goodbye to my brother and just lean my head back and close my eyes. All I want to do right now is change and relax on the couch with Lucas and forget this part of the night. I hear Lucas get in and open my eyes to look at him, giving him a soft smile to let him know I'm ok, we head for home. Not knowing, this guy is about to make his move a lot sooner than we thought.
