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Callie

“D o you really want to know?”

“Yes. Or I wouldn’t have asked,” Sunny said and took a mouthful of food.

“I’ve been thinking about buying a home base. The problem is, I’m hardly ever home, and I do not see that changing for the foreseeable future. My career is hot. The team and I are in demand, and Ghost Seekers is winning awards, and we’re top of the game right now.

“I like travelling, Sunny, and don’t have a reason to stop. The team and I have worked damn hard these last couple of years for me to throw it away. Even if we lose our contract with the network, we’d still continue. Our podcasts were very popular, and I can fund us indefinitely.”

I straightened my shoulders and wondered what Sunny thought about that. Just because we were dating, I didn’t want to change my plans. Would Sunny insist I do?

“How far booked in advance are you?” Sunny inquired as he ate.

“Eighteen for investigations. That includes network and private,” I replied.

“Fancy another member? I could either be security or gopher?” Sunny asked, and my jaw dropped.

“There’s so much to unpack in that statement,” I murmured as my brain raced ahead.

“Like?”

“Are you serious? What about the club?” I demanded.

“I’m lieutenant. It’s not usually a position in Hellfire, that’s why we have two enforcers. Honestly, Hellfire doesn’t need my position or my skills. I can go nomad,” Sunny replied as he picked up his now empty plate and carried it to the dishwasher.

“Do you believe in ghosts and spirits?”

“Callie, honest answer is, I believe there is something out there. Too many people have experienced things for there not to be. Have I seen a ghost? No. Would I like to? Yes.” Sunny turned and faced me and held my gaze.

“I’m kinda lost for words,” I admitted.

“Because no fucker has ever put you first. Now someone is you don’t know what to do.

Callie, I want us. Yeah, I do not deserve you, I forgot our first time together.

That haunts me, kicks me in the gut. If you need to travel, then we will.

Whatever you want, need, or desire, I’ll break my back to ensure you get it,” Sunny stated.

Those words hit me deep, and I sensed tears welling. Swallowing hard, I choked them away.

“Do you mean that?”

“Callie, I’d never lie to you. The club means a lot, but it’s not you. After I catch this traitor, I don’t think the brothers will be as welcoming. Because the rat is someone they trust implicitly. I’ll be great on the road with you,” Sunny replied.

Before I knew what I was doing, I tackled Sunny and knocked him backwards. His hands caught me as I jumped at him and claimed his mouth.

Hands full of my ass, Sunny hauled me closer.

I let everything inside me that I’d pent up escape in that kiss. Sunny turned us and placed me on the island as he took over. His dominant streak came out, and I was only too happy to see it.

“Callie…”

“Sunny. Shut up and take me to bed,” I murmured.

“Ain’t gonna make it,” Sunny growled as he yanked my top off. I was braless underneath, and Sunny didn’t hesitate in palming my breasts roughly.

“Rougher,” I demanded, and Sunny obeyed instantly. I arched my back as Sunny pinched my nipples, making me cry out. My head tipped, exposing my throat, and Sunny latched onto it.

Need shook my body, and desire raced through my veins. My pussy clenched and grew damp in anticipation of Sunny’s cock. Sunny feasted on me as I leaned into his attentions. I remembered how his body felt against mine, his dick pumping inside me, the hoarseness of his voice as he called my name.

“Sunny,” I gasped, just before he claimed my mouth. A knot in my stomach loosened as Sunny gathered me to him like I was his lifeline. Any doubt I had faded with the hungry way Sunny kissed and touched me.

“You’re fuckin’ beautiful,” Sunny muttered as he lifted me and yanked off my bottoms. My legs parted for him, and Sunny gazed at my glistening pussy.

“Shit,” Sunny growled and shoved me backwards. He dived between my legs like he’d found nirvana and sucked my nub into his mouth. I moaned as Sunny licked like his life depended on it.

“Sunny, I’m coming,” I cried as he pushed a finger in me. My walls clamped down on him as I shifted my hips. Sunny inserted another finger and fucked me while he licked me. I came loudly, and Sunny continued his attentions, spreading my wetness around.

Before I knew what was happening, he’d flipped me over and bent me over the island.

Sunny’s jeans hit the floor, and his cocked slapped my cheeks. His hand descended, and I jumped in surprise, but the pain was good. Sunny kept spreading my wetness even as his cock slipped inside me. One hand pushed me down while his other slipped between my ass cheeks as Sunny began fucking me.

Slowly, a finger was pushed into my ass, and I cried out as Sunny groaned.

My pussy was clenching around his cock as he let go of his control and hammered into me.

I couldn’t move, and all I could do was take what Sunny was giving me.

My head felt like I was going to explode as I panted for breath.

Sunny thrust hard, and I felt him spill in me as his finger in my ass pushed deep and sent me spiralling into my second orgasm.

I lay there dazed as I blinked and saw stars. Sunny pulled his finger out and rubbed my slap mark.

“Like the look of that redness,” Sunny muttered as he leaned over me. His cock remained inside, and Sunny kissed my neck.

“Umm,” I murmured. My body felt boneless and relaxed.

“This is me claiming you, Callie. Make no mistake, you’re mine.”

A smile crossed my lips. I liked the sound of that.

◆◆◆

As we ate breakfast the next day, I found it hard to contain my blushes. Cherry had sent us several knowing looks, and Liv seemed to be aware that something had happened last night. Sunny was on the phone to the hospital, seeing if Primal had survived while his mother and sister stared at me.

“What?” I finally demanded as I sipped my coffee.

“I hoped you thoroughly cleaned the worktop,” Cherry said.

I choked on a sip and turned wide eyes on her. “Of course I did!”

Cherry broke into a peel of laughter as Liv peered at the island and wrinkled her nose. “Yuk.”

“It’s okay, baby, I bleached it earlier, no cooties to be caught,” Cherry teased, and I glowered and wished Sunny would hurry up with his call.

“What do you have planned today?” Cherry asked.

“I thought I might take a hike. I like to escape when there’s a lot going on, I don’t want it overwhelming me, being with nature clears my mind,” I replied.

“Do you do that often?” Liv questioned.

“Once a month or so.”

“I’d like to cook dinner tonight as a thank you for having us,” Cherry said.

I bit my lip. It was obvious by the way that Cherry was sitting and moving she was still in pain.

“I’ll cook or get takeout,” I suggested.

“Oh, honey. I’m going to sit my ass on a stool and make Liv prepare everything.”

“Hey!” Liv exclaimed, but she laughed. “We’re cool. I’ll make sure Nana relaxes. Dad bought us enough clothing for a few days, so we don’t need to go shopping. Relax, Callie. Enjoy the sunshine.”

“Are you sure?” I asked as Sunny came back in.

“Definitely. Liv’s going to pop out for what we need, and then we’ll get cooking. I might even make my strawberry and cream cake,” Cherry said.

Sunny perked up as he wrapped an arm around my waist and dropped a kiss on my forehead.

“I’ll pay you one hundred bucks to make that, Mom,” Sunny stated, and Cherry laughed.

“It’s that good?” I asked.

“Perfection.”

“Any news on Primal?” Cherry inquired.

“He’s alive and made it through surgery. But the asshole’s unconscious, and they don’t know if he’ll wake,” Sunny growled out, looking angry.

“Do you really think he has information, or is this a ploy?” Liv interjected.

“Who knows, baby girl, he only ever brings strife and anguish. Let your dad deal with him,” Cherry said. “Now, fetch me a pen and paper, you’re going to be my legs today.”

“In the side table next to the settee,” I told Liv, who nodded and left.

Cherry turned a beady eye on Sunny. “Watch Primal. The man is a snake.”

“I’m well aware, Mom.”

Liv returned with a pen and pad, and Cherry began listing what she needed Liv to pick up. Pot roast sounded perfect.

Sunny

“Any update, Doc?” Sunny asked the doctor, who met him outside Primal’s room.

“None. Your father—”

“He may be my sperm donor, but he’s not my dad. His name is Primal,” Sunny interrupted.

“Um… Primal is unconscious, the next twenty-four hours are critical. Primal’s not stable, and his chances are pretty low,” the doctor said.

“I see. Thanks, Doc, for the update.” Sunny opened the door and stopped when he discovered a woman sitting by Primal’s bed.

“Who are you?” Sunny asked, surprised.

“Hi, Sunny. I wish I could say it’s a pleasure to meet you, but not under these circumstances. I’m Belinda, Jed’s wife, and your stepmom,” she answered with a smile.

Sunny stepped back in shock as he gazed at her. No way was she married to Primal. Belinda was beautiful.

“I don’t believe you. Who sent you?” Sunny demanded.

“Here, take a look at the photos,” Belinda said and tossed Sunny her phone. “It’s unlocked, and I’ve no reason to lie to you.”

Sunny caught it and began scrolling through the pictures. Suspiciously, he also checked her text messages and nearly threw up. They were sickeningly loving, and Primal clearly wasn’t abusive.

“What’s a woman like you doing with a washout like him?” Sunny finally asked.

“Jed’s been sober thirty years. I met him twenty-eight years ago, and we’ve been together twenty-seven years.” “Bullshit,” Sunny spat.

“Jed changed. He hit rock bottom and got help. Since then, he’s not touched a drop of alcohol or drugs.

Jed is clean and has quarterly checks up to prove it.

We also have four children,” Belinda said gently, dropping another bombshell.

“They’re not his but mine from a previous relationship, but Jed’s been more of a dad to them than their own father. ”