Page 4 of Ours (The Possession Duology #2)

Letting out an exasperated sigh, Lexi adjusted the seatbelt that was cutting into the crook of her neck.

Kade hadn’t said a word since buckling her into the second row of the Lincoln Navigator; nor had any of the other four rough looking men filling the SUV.

There was nothing but stone-cold silence and a tension so thick, she was sure she could cut it with her Stiletto knife.

“Are we going straight to him?” she asked, ignoring the immediate heat of his gaze.

Reaching across the seat, Kade took her left hand in his and gave it a gentle squeeze. He knew she was apprehensive about their upcoming meeting with his Boss. She had every right to be, he would be lying if he said he wasn’t just as nervous.

“No,” he answered, softly brushing her knuckles with the pad of his thumb. “He isn’t in the City. Our meeting isn’t until Monday. We’re headed to the Wilde until then.”

Closing her red rimmed eyes, she leaned back in her seat and sighed in relief. Good , she still had time to prepare herself. Not much time, but enough time for her to ensure that Kade would protect her and their son from that fire kissed bastard. She wouldn’t be able to do it alone.

“The Wilde? Funny. I’ve always wanted to go there,” she said.

Releasing her hand, Kade moved to caress the side of her abdomen.

Humming a reply, he held in a wolfish grin.

They routinely conducted business from the hotel, selling their wares to nepo babies with deep pockets.

Serendipitously, Leo had mentioned in a random post how he wanted to fly Lexi back to the City and stay at the Wilde for their anniversary.

It made him insanely happy that he had stolen that gift.

From now on, she would only be reminded of him when she thought of the hotel.

“We’ll be there soon, Sweetheart. Are you hungry?” he asked, arching a brow.

Nodding, she placed her hand over his and moved his touch lower so he could feel the small flutters she was experiencing. Their son was ramping up his movement, it was only a matter of time before she became sick with hunger.

“I will be,” she said with a grin. “He’s definitely letting me know."

Feeling a series of tiny kicks against his hand, he couldn’t help but smile in amusement. His son already had him wrapped around his finger. It was good that the interior of the SUV was dark. He didn’t like to show emotion when his Soldiers were around. Weakness of any kind was a liability.

“Well, it’s a good thing that I ordered some food for you two then, isn’t it?” he replied.

Turning her head to look at him, Lexi’s breath hitched as her eyes settled on his proud face.

Even in the dim light, she could make out every handsome detail.

Her sweet man had returned, he looked so ridiculously happy.

It caused her stomach to fill with butterflies, she wished he would stay like this forever.

“Oh? And what did you order?” she asked curiously.

Giving her a tiny wink, he tenderly caressed her bump one last time before removing his hand.

Turning his attention to the driver’s seat before him, he painted a blank look on his face.

Within the span of a heartbeat, his aloofness returned.

They were quickly coming up to their exit, now wasn’t the time to act like a fool in love.

Until they were safely settled in their room, he needed to be alert and aware.

“You’ll see,” he replied curtly.

Narrowing her green eyes, she immediately bristled over his abrupt change in attitude. His hot and cold mood swings were giving her whiplash. He needed to be careful, two could play this game.

“Can’t wait,” she replied icily, folding her arms over her chest.

...

Stepping behind Kade, Lexi tried her best to ignore the three Skulls circling like hungry sharks.

She didn’t care that they were there for her protection, as Kade had claimed.

They all rubbed her the wrong way. She especially didn’t appreciate the lewd side glances from the bearded one named Maddox.

She had been around sexual predators all her life and could smell one a mile away.

He reeked of torture and misery and made her wish she had her blade.

Ohhh! That’s the spirit! Nikki purred. Let those hormones rage! Ya know, if you let me out, maybe I can persuade Kade to let you kill him. How does that sound?

Dismissing her alter’s semi-appealing plan, she pressed her lips into a fine line. Giving the Skull a scathing look, she waited impatiently as he opened the hotel’s door. As tempting as Nikki’s offer was, she would have to deal with the disgusting gangster another time.

Crossing the threshold of the Wilde, she quickly caught up to Kade as he stalked down the hallway of the trendy hotel.

Ignoring the sciatic pain shooting down the back of her thigh, she opened her mouth to chastise him for leaving her in the dust. Before she had a chance to mutter a single word however, she found herself silenced by a sultry female voice echoing through the lobby.

“Mr. Volkov! It’s so good to see you! I was hoping you would arrive before my shift was over,” cooed the young woman standing behind the check-in desk.

Sliding up to the counter, Kade curled his lips into a sly grin.

It had been over a year since he had seen the tight-bodied brunette.

Callie was a top earner for the Organization.

She had a knack for keeping wealthy men under her well-manicured thumb.

It was a trait that kept her employed and alive.

“Callie, it’s good to see you, too. You look stunning, as always. Thank you for setting everything up so quickly,” he said, his voice smooth and warm.

Leaning over the front desk, Callie gave the rugged mobster a flirty smile.

Handing him a room key, she purposefully tugged on the fabric of her V-neck sweater to show the edge of her red lace bra.

She was more than willing to fall on her knees if he wanted her to, all he had to do was ask.

It was the least she could do, she was sure he needed a good blowjob after the hell he had been through.

“Anything for you, Sir,” she purred, not seeming to pay any mind to the pregnant woman at his side. “You know I always aim to please.”

Narrowing her eyes in annoyance, Lexi looked back and forth between Kade and the vixen. Their interaction with one another was far too familiar for her liking. She was sure that there had to be some sordid history between them. Whatever it was, she didn’t like it.

Ha! They totally fucked, look! Look at the way she’s biting her lip!

She’s probably remembering how good his cock felt in her mouth right this very second.

..and oh my God-his face! Didn’t he look at you like that when you fucked him on the couch?

Oh yeah, he’s remembering her pussy for sure.

Not that I can really blame him. She’s fit and ready to go.

..you, well, you’re a little round, aren’t you? Nikki snickered.

Mentally growling at her alter, Lexi wiggled her body closer to him.

Hardening her features, she met the girl’s cold stare.

Jealousy and possessiveness flooded her brain, two foreign emotions she couldn’t remember the last time she had felt.

She wanted to claw the dark blue eyes out of Callie’s flawless face.

How dare that bitch try to seduce what belonged to her?

“Kade,” she interjected, her annoyed gaze perfectly centered on Callie. “Take me to bed.”

Turning his attention, Kade was surprised to see her seething in anger.

Following her eye line, he smirked as he noticed Callie throwing the same phantom daggers in her direction.

He had a couple of jealous women on his hands.

For a moment, he debated on whether he should let the two hellcats duke it out.

Knowing a fight wouldn’t be wise for the baby, he nodded an acknowledgement.

Wrapping his long arm around her, he pulled her flush against his side.

While he thoroughly enjoyed her possessiveness, there was no need to be so catty.

She was the only woman he wanted, the only one he would ever want.

“Of course I’ll take you to bed, my love,” he said before turning back to Callie. “You think you could take care of my boys for me?”

Blinking at Kade, Callie stammered for a moment. He had never turned down her advances before, it was a huge blow to her confidence. What could that pregnant thing possibly give him that she couldn’t?

Licking her lips, she reluctantly pulled her gaze to the three lusting men and gave a small shrug of her shoulders.

It wouldn’t be the first time she had kept his Soldiers occupied while he handled other business.

Perhaps he would come down and join once his whale was fast asleep in her precious bed.

“Yes, Mr. Volkov,” she said, painting a faux mask of enthusiasm over her face. “I’ll take very good care of them.”

“Good girl,” Kade said before looking over his shoulder to his Skulls. “Enjoy the rest of your night with Callie. I’ll be in touch in a few hours.”

Not waiting for them to reply, he cradled Lexi against his side and ushered her towards the hallway leading to the elevator. Completely oblivious to the searing glance Lexi gave Callie as they left the hotel’s lobby.

...

Pressing the ‘eight’ button on the interior panel of the elevator, Kade drifted his dark eyes to Lexi. She was clearly stewing over something; he could tell by the way the glaring spitfire kept clenching and relaxing her jaw. If looks could kill, he would be dead twice over. It turned him on.

“What?” he asked curiously.