Page 17 of Fearless to Love

Chapter Eight

LILY

Putting the dishes into the dishwasher, I heard Alex talking to Dante. I knew it should probably bother me that she was spilling the beans to him, but I couldn’t fault her for caring about me. I planned to tell him eventually but hadn’t had the time. I headed back outside to give them their privacy. The moment I sat down, Prue dropped down at my side with a crazy smile on her face.

“Where did you findhim? And damn is his accent sexy.”

“I know. I damn near swoon with every word coming out of his mouth. He actually came into Rocco’s when I was working and asked me out.” I leaned back and watched her eyes widen.

“When are you going to stop working there? You don’t need to work there,” Jack asked. He was really grumpy that night. Maybe he really did need to get laid. I decided to talk to Taylor about babysitting and giving them some free time.

“I know I don’t, but I like it there. It gets me out of the house. Otherwise, I might wear the same clothes for days on end.”

“What? I love not getting dressed?” Alex said as she sat down next to her husband.

“Beautiful, she means out of pajamas.” He kissed her temple, stifling a laugh.

“Oh, well, either way, I like to be naked or in my pajamas or lounge clothes. Regular clothes are overrated.”

We all laughed at that. Alex did like her comfortable clothing.

“I heard Tommy was in town today,” Alex threw out.

Everyone at the table scowled and gave some sort of, ‘what the hell was he doing here?’

“He said he was visiting friends, but we all know that’s a lie,” I answered, wishing Alex wouldn’t have said anything. “Something seemed off about him, but I can’t quite put my finger on it though.”

“From what you’ve told us, he hated it here so you should probably keep an eye out,” Jax growled.

Dante sat down next to me and pulled me tight to his side. “I knew I didn’t like that guy.”

“I don’t think anyone does.” Holden put his arm around Prue as if Tommy was going to show up and take her away.

Mason and Ben came running up to stand in front of Gabi. “Ms. Gabi will you please sing for us. Sing the song for Mama and Luke.”

Mason was too cute for words.

I’d only seen it a couple of times, but according to Alex, she and Luke danced every day. It was really sweet.

“Only if Lily joins me,” Gabi smiled mischievously.

I loved singing, but I had yet to sing in front of Dante. To say I was a little nervous would have been an understatement. I hoped he liked what he heard. “Sure. Do you have your guitar with you?”

“Can I borrow yours?” Gabi asked, already getting up to retrieve it. She knew I didn’t mind if she played my guitar. Why would I mind if a world-famous musician wanted to play and sing with me?

The kids cheered and clapped as Gabi disappeared inside for a few moments. “Come on, Ms. Lily.” Ben tried to pull me up with his little body and strength.

Looking back at Dante, he had a sexy grin on his face. I bit my bottom lip until Gabi stood next to me.

“Stop being nervous. You’re a better singer than me.”

I couldn’t help but laugh. We all knew that wasn’t true, but it was nice of her to say.

“Dante you’re new to the group so I’ll tell you the story. I met Luke and Alex while on the set of Night Shadows when I was doing a guest spot. We hit it off, and I soon found out they danced each day to whatever song inspired them. I thought it was so sweet, so when they were getting married and Luke asked if I’d sing at their wedding, I instantly said yes. I sang at Alex’s bachelorette party and the reception.”

“What a bachelorette party it was,” Taylor yelled happily.

Gabi, Alex, and Taylor, along with Luke all chuckled remembering something we were not privy to.

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