Page 26 of The Lost Ones

"Not much, no. We are still looking into the back grounds of the students and faculty." Maverick tells us looking towards Levi who is our tech guy and unofficial leader.

"So far there are a couple of people who stand out."

He pulls out two folders from the bag by his chair and passes them to Hunter to read and then pass on.

“The first is a faculty member called Mr. Teller he teaches our chemistry class, there's some things that don't add up in his bank statements. He was heavily in debt until three months ago when untraceable amounts of money started to appear in his account like clockwork each month.” He glances around at us then resumes, "the second is, surprisingly, that blond girl that knocked Sage down.” Several of my brothers growl, me included. "I know. The students have been gossiping about how she wants to be Brent's next girl. As you all know Brent is the mob boss’s son and the one we are after. I'm unsure how much she knows about his profession, but we need to keep an eye on the situation. Also, if possible, find out who the ex is. She may be willing to help."

"So, it's just recon for the time being?" Kai asks.

"Yes, but stay alert. This is still dangerous and we want to stop him as quickly, and quietly as possible."

"Yes, boss." we agree.

Sage

We've run out of booze and I have no money until the beginning of next week. Considering it's Friday that spells a lot of pain for me unless I can get mother some alcohol.I stretch from side to side testing my ribs. Surprisingly, they seem to be ok, there's only a slight twinge of pain.

They've healed abnormally fast.I rub at the spot on my chest over my heart and the ache that I felt last night with Kai hasn't lessened, in fact it's gradually getting stronger again.I have no idea what it means, it's another strange development and they seem to be occurring more regularly.

I sigh heavily before grabbing my school bag and quietly making itout of the house. Once again a bottle smashes against the front door and I barely manage to shut it in time.Thinking over the money predicament I curse heavily; I'm going to have to go to the club tonight. It's the fastest and only source of income I have but I try to avoid it if possible.I can only hope that he won't be there tonight.

I'm so lost in my thoughts that I don't notice the black SUV parked a little ways down the road from my house; that is until it honks, scaring the shit out of me and almost causing me to face plant on the concrete. Just as I start to tip forward strong arms band around my waist from behind, stopping my fall. I tense for a brief moment before the smell of spicy musk registers and I relax again.

"Hunter!" I say out loud.

His arms tighten around me for a brief moment before he sets me upright and takes a step back.

"Want a lift Sweetheart?"

"Sure, thank you."

The ache in my chest is becoming almost unbearable and is pulling me in the direction of the car.I know Kai is in there.I stumble, almost drunkenly towards the car. Hunter looks at me concerned but before he can say anything I practically jump into the back seat of the car. My only thought is that I have to get to Kai.As I land inside, I notice that Kai is sat on the opposite side of the car his jaw clenched and his body straining towards me. I try to move towards him, but something holds me back. I glance behind me to see that Hunter has wrapped his arm tightly around my waist.

I didn't even notice.

"Let me go." I growl.

Four shocked sets of eyes stare at me, but I can't seem to care right now.My eyes are locked back onto Kai. I notice for the first time that Maverick has an arm wrapped around Kai's chest from behind restraining him.

"Let me the fuck go now." Kai's deep voice growls, sending shivers down my spine and causing heat to pool in my stomach.

Unlike last night Hunters touch is doing nothing to take the edge of the burning ache lodged in my chest.I'm vaguely aware of the guys sharing looks before I'm suddenly let go of. I launch myself across the seat and onto Kai, straddling him.In a normal situation this would have embarrassed me but at the moment I simply don't give a flying fuck.

Kai's arms wrap around me protectively almost crushing me to him.

I don't care, I need him closer.

My arms wrap around his neck, my fingers diving into his hair and clenching, pulling gently. His head buries into my neck as I hold him to me, breathing in the scent of cinnamon.He groans quietly slipping his hands under my shirt. The skin on skin contact is almost too much and I tug his hair harder.He growls and places a kiss on my neck just below myear.

The sparks of electricity blaze through me so much stronger and infinitely more delicious than last time.

I moan and buck my hips forward before biting down on Kai's neck. His hips jerk forward into mine causing us both to moan at the fierce pleasure coursing through us. I bury my head into his neck as our breathing becomes ragged.Just as quickly as the feelings took us over, they gradually start to dissipate.

Slowly, my heartbeat calms and I start to become aware of the sounds around me.

I lean back looking at Kai.

"What the fuck was that?" I question, my eyes wide.