Page 21 of A Monster's Obsession

“Sasha, don’t act all innocent. I know you’re dating Sawyer Nash, or his goon wouldn’t be here.” Austin’s face was held in a fierce frown, and I took a step back. I looked him up and down with a sneer.The fucking nerve!

“How dare you call, Flynn a goon. You don’t know shit about my friend and you don’t know shit about me. I don’t know what your problem is, but what Idoand who I date ain’t none of your business.”

“Whatever. You can flop around here acting like it’s all love, but I know who you are. You can’t just drop me and move on like I’m a nobody!”

“Just leave. You’re delusional, and I won’t be able to stop Flynn from kicking your entitled ass if you don’t go now.” I huffed trying to regain some control over my emotions.

“I suggest you take my wife’s advice, or Flynn is going to be the least of your worries.” Sawyer’s deep voice was calm, but I could hear the malice dripping from each syllable.

Both Austin and I turned to find a glaring red faced Sawyer standing where Flynn had been. I don’t know where Flynn went or when Sawyer arrived, but by the look on his face, I was afraid for Austin.

***

“Hey, baby!” My voice was entirely too loud and cheery. I could never control my pitch when I get nervous.

“Céile, I came to see what was taking you so long. We have dinner plans.” Again, Sawyer’s voice was entirely too calm. But the fire in those emerald green eyes didn’t lie. The monster I often got a glimpse of was present, and I know I can’t handle him in full force.

“Austin, decided to drop by and see how I was doing. He was just leaving.” I looked at Austin and nodded toward the door. If he were smart, he would leave.

“I wasn’t leaving because we weren’t finished talking.” Austin replied in a haughty tone, and I sighed.He isn’t smart, after all.

“Oh? What were you two talking about?” Sawyer made his way to my side and kissed me on my neck. I shiver at the possessive display.

“I didn’t know you two were as close as you are. I knew you knew each other but dating…” Austin’s eyes bounce back and forth like he’s trying to figure something out. I’m surprised he didn’t hear Sawyer’s initial declaration that I was his wife. Maybe he was too distracted at glaring at me to hear what my husband said.

“We’re not dating.” Sawyer simply stated his face expressionless.

“Well, you look awfully cozy for two people whoaren’tdating.” Austin’s blue eyes squinted in our direction. Sawyer’s face broke into a wide grin, and I knew he was about to be petty.

“We’re married.” I blurted out before he got the chance. Sawyer looked down at me with a smirk, and Austin was glaring at me with a hatred I didn’t expect from him.

“So, I guess you landed an even bigger fish. Typical.” Austin’s flippant response was followed by a growl. I placed a calming hand against Sawyer’s chest. Wherever Flynn went, I wished he would make an appearance because the last thing I needed was Sawyer flipping out and going mob boss on Austin’s dumb ass.

No matter how many hints I threw at the man, he just wouldn’t recognize when he was in danger. His flight or fight response must’ve been seriously impaired. Hell, even I was ready to take off running when Sawyer growled, and I was his wife. Before I could warn Austin again, Sawyer moved quickly and had Austin by the front of his shirt.

Austin’s eyes were wide, and the entitlement was wiped completely off of his smug face. This could potentially be a huge problem for Sawyer. The last thing I wanted was my husband losing his shit on a lawyer. Austin worked for the biggest firm on the island. It wouldn’t look good for either of them to be fighting.

“Babe, it’s fine. Please put him down. We have reservations remember?” I could hear the pleading in my voice.

“Flynn!” Sawyer bellowed, and Flynn appeared out of nowhere. I swear he was a ninja in his former life. Shit, he might be one now.

“Yeah, boss?” Flynn responded in his perpetual dry tone. He didn’t bat an eye at the fact Sawyer had a man hemmed up by his collar.

“Show Mr. Thomas to the exit, will you?” Sawyer’s voice was back calm, but I could see the raging bull in the depth of his green eyes. He shoved Austin into the door, and he stumbled before righting himself. I don’t know if Austin’s face was red because of embarrassment or anger, but I could see in his eyes this wouldn’t be the last I heard from him.

“I’m a lawyer. You can’t assault me and get away with it.” Austin threatened as he glared at me with contempt.

“You’ll be a dead lawyer if you think you can threaten my wife.” Sawyer’s voice was low and gravely, but I could tell Austin believed him. I know I did.

“Flynn, we’ll be down shortly.” Sawyer called out to Flynn, who followed behind Austin. Sawyer turned his glowing green gaze on me, “What was he doing here?” I frowned up at him.

“Hell if I know. He just popped up.” I shrugged. The entire encounter was weird. I hadn’t seen the man in weeks, and he just pops up out of nowhere. Then he gets mad and accuses me of going after Sawyer cause he’s rich. I’ve never been that type of girl. The mere suggestion pisses me off.

“You sure?” Sawyer asked his eyes narrowed as he looked me up and down. I didn’t like what he was implying. What was with these men calling me a whore?

“Yes! I’m fucking sure! What the hell do I look like? I’m not some slut running around sleeping with every Tom, Dick, and Austin!” I placed my hands on my hips and sucked my teeth. I have a happy disposition, but I’m not a pushover. And I definitely wouldn’t allow my husband to talk to me like a stranger off the street. I deserved respect because I gave him respect.

“I know you didn’t sleep with him.” Sawyer says, shrugging his large shoulders, and I frown.