Page 22 of The Lost Ones

"Sweetheart, how did you know the fighting style that Kai was doing?"

All of the quiet conversations that we're going on around the table suddenly come to a halt and they all start glancing between me and Hunter. I swallow hard. I don't want to share this yet.

"I will tell you one day soon. Not today though." I say firmly. I will not be sharing this part of myself today.

"But. . . " he starts respond.

Levi puts a hand on his shoulder.

"We understand Darling. You didn't ask for details about Kai. We respect that you will tell us when you're ready."

Hunters tense form relaxes at Levi's words realising he is right.

"Thank you." I say sincerely.

"You're welcome, Darling."

"I'm sorry Sage Sweetheart. I had no right to question you when we've hardly told you anything about us. Thank you for trusting us as much as you have.” Hunter tells me sincerely.

I reach across the table and grab a hold of his hand squeezing it gently and silently loving the callouses that adorn his fingers.

"What instrument do you play?" I ask absently. "Wait, you play guitar, right?" I ask smiling.

"Holy fuck how did you know that, Beautiful Girl?" Kai exclaims loudly.

I glance up slightly embarrassed.

"He has callouses on his fingers that you only get from playing aguitar or a similar instrument. I took a guess."I shrug.

"Your talents keep getting more and more intriguing Sage Darling." Levi smiles at me.

I blush a deep red at the compliment. We all finish our meal, talking about much lighter topics.

After clearing up the table, I finally turn towards the guys.

"I need to get back."

"Ok Sweetheart. I'll take you.” Hunter says.

I have a feeling him taking me home is a premeditated choice, but I don't have the energy to think on it too hard.My extremely long day is starting to catch up to me.I say goodbye to the others getting a kiss on the cheek or forehead, the sparks following every time, making me smile.When it's Kai's turn, he hugs me fiercely but making sure still to be careful of my ribs. He tucks his head into my neck.

"Stay safe Beautiful Girl, please?" he almost begs.

My heart stutters.

"I will, I promise to call Kai."

He nods before placing a light kiss where my neck meets my shoulder, just like before the sparks with him are stronger. Both mine and Kai's knees give way slightly at the sensation. The only thing that stops us from falling to the floor is the wall behind Kai that he slumps heavily back on. Pulling me flush against him.My eyes find his, and I'm shocked to see his grass green eyes have darkened with desire that must match my own.

"Holy fuck." I exclaim.

We both start to lean in closer to each other. Kai's hands landing on my waist and bringing me flush against him. It's still not close enough. My hands are still wound around his neck and I drag my nails lightly down it. He shudders and groans low in his throat; the sound sends ripples of pleasure through my body causing my breath to quicken and making me clench my thighs in an attempt to soothe the ache. Our lips are merely a hairbreadth apart when the moment is shattered by Hunter. Bringing me unwillingly crashing back to my senses. Disappointment courses through me but I suppose it's for the best. I have strong feelings for all of them.

I can't choose.

My cheeks heat as I realise, they all witnessed what just happened.

"What the hell just happened?" Hunter questions, although he doesn't seem angry, more confused.