Page 45 of Pedal to the Metal
Chapter Twenty-Nine
Raze
I wakeup before Minx does. She’s curled into my side and fits perfect. I never imagined I’d be this guy again. Holly was a long time ago and she did a number on me. I swore I would never again be with the same girl more than once, let alone let one sleep in my bed and not fuck.
Then I met Minx. Something changed inside me that day I met her at the diner. I loved Holly, but I never really saw a future with her. I have barely known Minx a month now and lying here holding her, I’ve never seen my future so clearly. She’s my end game. I’ll fucking destroy anyone who tries to hurt her. I run my fingers through her hair a few times before she starts to stir. She lets out this cute little groan as she stretches out, moving out of my hold.
“Mmm, what time is it?” she asks as she’s still stretching. I chuckle at her.
“It’s about eight o’clock.”
“Ughhhh!” She rolls onto her stomach and pulls the blanket up over her head. I can’t help but laugh at her. I give her a minute, and then rip the blanket off of her.
“Come on, Kitty. Time to rise and shine.” I hop out of bed, taking the blanket with me so she can’t hide under it again.
“You’re some kind of evil, you know that?”
“You ain’t seen nothin’ yet.” I shoot her a wink. I grab some clean clothes and head into the bathroom to change and brush my teeth. When I come back out, she’s dressed. She still has my shirt on but she’s tied it in a knot at her hip and she put some shorts on.
“Mind if I use your toothbrush?” There’s a shyness to her tone, and it’s kinda cute.
“Go ahead.” I stop her just before she gets to the bathroom and place a kiss on her forehead. “I’m going to head out to the main room. Church will be starting soon.”
“I might be in here napping when you’re done,” she jokes. I give a light chuckle and shake my head.
“Just stay out of trouble, Kitty.”
“Me? Trouble? Never.” She winks and shuts the bathroom door. It’s possible I have my hands full with that woman. I walk out to the main room and most of the brothers are here. As they should be since most of them practically live at the clubhouse. I head into the kitchen and get a cup of coffee.
“Church! Now!” Prez calls out as I walk out of the kitchen. I follow my brothers into the room. Mouse is standing by the door with the cell phone basket. I drop mine in and walk in, going straight for my seat. As soon as the doors close and everyone is sitting, we get down to business.
“Ranger, go ahead and fill those of us in that weren’t there last night.”
Ranger gets right into it, telling every detail from last night. When he tells Prez that the Iron Lords are after Minx, the room goes tense. Everyone in this room is part of Minx’s family. Enemies can fuck with us all they want, but as soon as they fuck with our ladies, our families, it’s game-fucking-over. Women and kids are off fucking limits, but these fuckers have always played by different rules.
“I want a brother with Minx every fucking second of the day. She doesn’t leave the clubhouse,” Prez tells the room. Of course, I agree with him. Everyone around the table nods their head in agreement. She doesn’t need to leave until we take care of the threat. There’s no way we’re letting these fuckers get a hold of her.
“Tech, any news on that fucker Brody yet?” Prez asks. Tech is at the opposite end of the table from Prez with his laptop. He’s been at it non-stop since Minx told us about her ex. Tech has a defeated look on his face.
“Not yet, Prez. This dude went ghost. Completely off the grid. It’s as if he never existed.” He sounds disappointed. He’s never been unable to find information on a person. This guy must have some serious connections.
“Keep trying. Also, see what you can find out about the Iron Lords’ plan,” Prez tells him. Tech nods and continues tinkering around on his computer. I know some about technology, but nowhere near the amount Tech does. He’s been a tech geek since he was a kid. Never really had friends growing up and taught himself just about everything he knows. I admire the guy. He’s a great asset to the club. “We need to get in touch with the Russians and see about moving those guns to a different warehouse. Thor, I want you to reach out to them today.”
“Do we want to call up Buster and his crew to see if they want in on helping move the goods?” Thor asks.
Prez nods. “Find out how close they are to tying up shit out there. We could use the extra manpower that they provide. Ratchet and Buzz, make sure the pigs get some Iron. Anyone else have anything to add?” Prez asks, looking around the table.
“I do,” I say standing up. “I’m claiming Minx as my Ol’ Lady.”
Prez nods at me before his face breaks out into a grin. The room gets loud with cheers of congrats and clapping. He bangs the gavel on the table, letting us know Church is through.
“Now, get to work you lazy fucks,” Prez laughs out. “Raze, stay behind a minute.”
I sit back down. Ranger is the last to file out and closes the door behind him.
“Since you’re claiming my daughter, I know you’ll be with her most of the time. Take her up to the house to get what she needs. She’s not going to like being on lockdown, especially since Jager is awake now, but we can’t risk something happening to her. She’s to stay in the clubhouse until further notice. If she has anything to say about it, send her my way.”
“Yes, sir. I’ll make sure she stays safe.” He nods then waves me off. I head out into the main room. Most of the brothers have gone to the shop to get some work done. When I don’t see Minx, I head back to my room. I’m sure she’s napping like she said she would be. I open the door and she’s lying on the bed, watching TV. Her face lights up when she sees me.
