Something catches my eye at the other end of the bar. A large guy is hunched over the bar drinking. His coat is black. I’m not sure what caught my eye, to be honest. He looks like anyone else sitting, drinking alone.
He twists his head. His dark eyes lock on me. A chill rushes through me. I suck in a breath at the intense gaze.
Kayla grabs my arm. “Let’s go. I need to see some tits and ass.”
Chapter 11
Surprise Audit
Sara
The drive across the city doesn’t take long and we’re let out at a nice-looking building. No one mills around outside. There’s nothing obvious that says this is a strip bar or even a happening nightclub. The only thing is the logo from the napkin on the door.
Kayla takes my hand and threads our fingers together. “Okay, just follow my lead.”
I arch an eyebrow. “I’m sure I can handle myself in a strip club, Kayla.”
“This isn’t a dive bar, honey. This is a classy joint with a lot of high rollers.” She grins and looks me over before nodding. “Just play along and we won’t attract a bunch of old dudes trying to get in our pants.”
“Play along with what?”
She doesn’t answer, just leads me to the door and knocks three times.
A guy in a black suit opens the door. “You lost, ladies?”
He eyes us like he’s taking our measure. Straightening, I wish I had on something sexier. I’m glad I put on my red lipstick at least.
“Not lost. We’re on the list. Kayla Wagner plus one.” Kayla wraps her arm around my waist and draws me against her. She’s soft and warm, but a lot different from Finn, Dante, and Drew. Definitely not any sparks, but I lean into her because she said go with it.
Which means I guess we’re a couple tonight to keep creepy guys from hitting either of us up. But what happens if a creepy guy wants to join in? Or just watch? I don’t think she thought this through.
The bouncer looks at his phone, scrolling with his finger.
Nodding, he opens the door for us and Kayla leads me into the space. There’s a small entryway with black tile and black walls. The guy closes the door and gestures to Kayla who releases me and holds her arms out.
The guy pats her down. Oh. I swallow. No one’s ever patted me down before. He didn’t touch Kayla inappropriately, that I could tell. Is this why she wanted us to be a couple? To make sure he kept his hands in appropriate spots only?
He turns to me and gestures with his head for me to assume the position. Okay, I can do this. I spread my arms out.
Someone knocks on the door before he touches me.
“Stay there,” he says before he goes to the door and opens it.
“You didn’t mention a pat down,” I whisper yell at Kayla. It’s not like I have anything illegal on my body for him to find. It’s just that I wasn’t expecting to get felt up this evening. And definitely not by a strange man.
Shrugging, she leans into me to say, “It’s the best part.”
“How did you get on the list?” I ask with one eye on the bouncer.
“My friend. I texted her and she got us in.” Kayla acts like it’s no big deal to get into an exclusive club in this city. Maybe it isn’t for her. I’m actually impressed.
“Flower.”
My shoulders tighten at his voice. I turn and watch them come through the door. Finn grins, Dante cocks an eyebrow with a disapproving look, and Wyatt... His dark eyes narrow on me.
“Wait here,” the bouncer tells them before approaching me. He nods and I reassume the position.
“Don’t touch her,” Wyatt growls. My blood heats as my gaze jumps to him. “She’s with us.”
