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“Sebastian scheduled the fight for tonight, so it looks like you’re going to see your hulking caveman sooner than you thought.”

Her mouth popped open, shock freezing her in place for a moment before her cheeks reddened almost as dark as her hair. “If you say anything—”

“We need to find you a dress for tonight.” I grinned, turning on my heel to start the search and hopefully get close enough to some other customers before she exploded.

Oh, tonight was going to be fun.

Chapter Thirteen

Giana

Spade put the carin reverse, the metal gates clanging open behind us as we pulled out of the driveway. Merrick had taken a different car today so that the rest of us could all ride in his 1962 Chevy Impala. I smoothed a hand over the familiar back seat, relishing in the nostalgia just being in this car brought.

Kellan placed a hand on my shoulder, his finger drawing a masterpiece only he could see on my skin. “I’m not sure I like Merrick’s chances tonight.”

“What do you mean?” A frown creased my forehead as I whipped around to face him.

“I have a feeling he’s going to be too distracted by what you’re wearing to focus on his opponent.” Kellan grinned, guiding me back so that I leaned against his chest.

Some of my panic eases, a teasing grin curling on my lips. “I had to at least give the other guy a fighting chance. Besides, it’s payback.”

“Payback?”

“He knows why.” My lips twitched as I tried my best to hide my triumphant smile.

“If I was back there, I’d be doing a whole lot more than just drawing circles on your shoulder, sugar,” Spade cut in, his violet eyes filled with heat as they met mine through the rearview mirror.

“We know,” Kellan, Sophia, and I all answered in unison.

There’d been a lengthy discussion—argument, almost—before we left over the seating arrangements and who would get to sit beside me. Spade had suggested a coin toss, while Sophia and Kellan insisted he had to drive, since if it was Spade in the back seat with me...well, let’s just say, I could imagine what we might be getting up to, and it was not something I’d want my best friend to witness.

I loved Sophia, but not in that way. I might tell her stories, but seeing me and my guys in action was a line I was not about to cross.

Spade huffed in exasperation. “Fine. Well, then, someone needs to say something to distract me from how delectable my sugar is looking tonight.” He gripped the steering wheel tighter, his knuckles straining from the pressure as he concentrated on the road.

I wore the strapless red dress I’d picked out today, and I had to admit the fabric left little to the imagination with how tightly it hugged my curves. The top was corseted, with boning in the front and ties in the back. Admittedly, it was hard to sit in, but given the guys’ reactions, I knew it was the right choice.

Heat licked up my spine as I caught a glimpse of him looking back again, and he groaned. “Hurry, before I turn this car around.”

“Do I have to go tonight?” Sophia sighed, turning around to give me a pleading look.

She’d picked up an emerald-green-lace halter dress that crossed in the front, displaying a swath of skin in the center for tonight, after finally getting over my teasing earlier. She’d been whining about going ever since, but judging by the amount of side-boob she had on display, I knew she was trying to hide her excitement. No matter what she said, I could tell she had the hots for Zane, despite their heated interactions the last time they’d seen each other.

“That sounds like a great idea.” Spade beamed. “I’ll just turn the car around, and then Kellan can drive.” He was practically vibrating with glee as he pulled over on the shoulder, about to turn around.

“We’re already all the way out here.” Sophia feigned a nonchalant tone, yet there was a hint of panic. “I might as well just come along.” She turned to pin me with a pleading look.

I raised a knowing eyebrow. “Sophia is just nervous to see Zane again.”

“Giana,” Sophia said in warning, her cheeks heating.

“Kidding.” I giggled, not wanting the guys to say anything. “Anyway, let’s just go.”

Spade sighed, yet he signaled and maneuvered us back onto the road.

Kellan smiled and shook his head. He could clearly tell there was some truth to what I’d said, but he wouldn’t say anything. “Did you have fun today?” His voice was low, keeping this moment to ourselves.

“Yeah.” A genuine smile curled on my lips. “It was good to get out and away from everything.”

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