A lot of people thought Chrome was my only source of income, but I’d learned long ago you couldn’t put your eggs all in one basket. Besides owning the bar, I also learned how to fuck around with stocks and bonds. I was sitting on a nice bit of money. I wasn’t the flashy type, so you would think from the outside I was just living well from my bar.
“It’s doing good enough to give you what you need, if you need it. Let me help with this. In a way, I’m paying so you can help me.”
I could tell she was trying to hold back her smile, but she was feeling what I’d said. I didn’t need her to tell me, to know she was coming. Solana crossed her arms against her chest and titled her head to the side.
“Jessa and Aubree have to be able to come. I’m sure you won’t be tied to my hip the entire time.”
I lifted my right brow. “Who said that?”
“I did. Now, who are you calling to allow my girls to ride on the back of their bikes?”
Solana walked back over to where the register was and leaned down to grab her phone. I couldn’t help it but to reach out and grab her ass again. The way this dress fell against her curves had me ready to take her to the back. She swatted my hand with a giggle.
Then I stood up and went to call Jessa and Aubree. I was quickly realizing in that moment I would do anything for her. Shit, she didn’t even have to ask. It would be my sole mission to anticipate her needs before she ever said a word.
“I’m going to make a few calls, since I have to get your girls’ rides now.” I cracked.
“Thank you.” She called out as I walked out with my phone in hand.
I called Juelz back.
“Jessa and Aubree coming along too.”
Juelz laughed. “I know. I’m at Aubree shop now. I’ll fill Rico in about Jessa.”
We finished up our call and prepared to ride with our new additions.
A FEW HOURS LATER…
Solana claimed she needed a bathroom break before we left and to change her outfit. I felt what she’d had on before was just fine. She looked good in anything to me. I should have known itwas going to take over fifteen minutes when Jessa and Aubree showed up with bags in hand, too.
Moments later, Rico pulled up beside Juelz, then removed his helmet. He kicked down his stand and walked over to dap me up.
“What’s this I hear about the mission becoming a kickback?” He asked with a smile.
I glared over at Juelz, who couldn’t hold back his laughter, then pointed in his direction.
“You can’t listen to this man. Nah, I’m not gone front — my girl needed to come. I’m trying to take her for a ride and shit. She got two homegirls, which is the reason Juelz told you to bring an extra helmet. Her girl Jessa is riding with you.”
Rico tilted his head to the side and clasped his hands in front of him.
“What she look like?” he asked.
Before I could reply, their laughter announced them. Jessa walked in first, now in a pair of shorts, a shirt, and a jacket. Aubree followed right behind her, wearing ripped pants draped in pearls. That was all I caught before my baby stepped out behind her.
My jaw tightened at the sight of her leather boots climbing up her leg and stopping mid-thigh. This wasn’t sweet Solana. My baby said she was stepping out of the shadows tonight.
My eyes traveled up her frame to admire the cobalt blue cropped jacket, a black fitted top that molded to her like it had been designed with her in mind. The black denim shorts were high on her waist, distressed at the edges, showing off her thighs while the boots climbed like they were claiming territory.
Her hair was different tonight as well. She’d added a few more curls here and there, which accented her cheekbones in a way that felt grown and sexy. Intentional.
Either Rico or Juelz let out a low whistle.
Another muttered, “Damn.”
I couldn’t find a single word. I just straightened, then angled my head to call her over. Solana stopped in front of me and slid the glasses down just enough for me to see her eyes.
“Are the glasses too much?” she whispered.
