He thought of how good Viki had felt the last time he’d been inside her, no not that time, the time before. She had been so warm and wet, always wet for him. She had wrapped her silky arms around his neck and thrown her head back as he’d filled his hands with the pale globes of her ass.
They had been in his office at Tease and she had fucked him like she wanted to. It had been amazing. He had wanted to keep her. That had been the first time the thought had crossed his mind and it had scared the shit out of him, but now he found it comforting.
He stoked harder as he thought of Viki in his bed. Thought of her riding him as he lay in his own room, their room. Her perky tits bouncing as she found her pleasure on his dick. Words of love falling from her lips as her body shuttered around him and she fell limp on his chest.
Jack couldn’t help the loud grunt he made when his dick spammed and shot a thick stream of cum over his stomach. How the fuck could just thinking of her riding him make him feel so good?
He just lay there spent for a few beats.
He was so fucked, but for some reason, he liked the way it felt.
He made his way to the bathroom and showered. He was about to take a huge chance and he loved the rush.
11
Viki drove her ancient car to the little discount store on the edge of town. Mrs. had decided the men needed to unwind and somehow Viki had been talked into helping out at the cookout. Everyone was going to gather in Preach’s backyard for a wholesome family cookout with the kids. Since there would be swimming involved Viki had to get Bobby a swimsuit.
He decided on one with big green sharks on it and insisted that she buy one with big pink flowers. Viki figured she would just keep her shorts on and help out. Mrs. said most of the girls would be dressed in bikini tops and shorts too.
She was a little nervous about being around all the men since she was technically off limits, but she couldn’t get out of it now, besides Bobby was really excited about getting to swim.
Viki worried about how he would do, but he had done some therapy in a pool after the accident so she knew he knew his limitations. She hated reminding him.
He picked out a float that he could wear around his waist that had sharks on it to match his trunks and nothing could touch the big smile on his face.
Mrs. had assured her that everyone would help watch after the kids, but Bobby was all she had. Viki doubted she would be able to take her eyes off of him all afternoon.
They pulled up at the house a little early and found that there were already a few bikes parked in the yard. She climbed out of her car and grabbed her bag containing their swimwear before popping the trunk.
“Hey.” She heard from the porch and looked up to see Lambhead striding toward her.
“I can get that.” He stopped when he reached her. “Where’s your swims?”
She grinned. “In the bag. We had to stop on the way.”
“Ahhh.” He grabbed Bobby’s chair and walked to his door. “Hey there wheels, you ready for a party?”
Bobby laughed. “Wheels? That’s a good one.”
“You like that? I think it suits you. We will get you some of those racing gloves and a badass haircut.” Lamb was nodding while wearing a big grin.
“Oh great. Now you’ve started something. Thanks Lamb.” Viki couldn’t help the grin on her own face. Somehow this man had completely changed in a matter of two days.
He took Bobby around to the back of the house where the smells of a barbeque were drifting into the air. Viki was left to follow along in the wake of their laughter. She felt light for the first time since the accident. Maybe… Her good thoughts cut off when she saw who stood behind the grill, Jack.
He looked up when she rounded corner. His eyes drifted over her and then to Bobby. A frown of confusion furrowed his brows as his eyes slowly met hers again. Then his head tilted and she had to concentrate to keep her knees from giving out. That man was beautiful and when he focused those emerald eyes on her she always had trouble breathing. Add to that the smile that slowly curved his lips and she was a goner.
“I hope you brought your appetites, ‘cause I am the master of the grill.” Jack said in Bobby’s direction.
“Don’t believe him Bobby, he’s full of shit. His burgers taste like grit.” Lamb confided and caught Jack’s dishtowel with his head.
“I could eat dirt right now. I’m starving.” Bobby said and Viki wanted to melt into the neatly mowed grass.
“I have a granola bar in my bag Bobby. You can have that to tide you over until time to eat.” She said digging for the bar.
“Like hell.” Jack and Lamb said together.
“I happen to have a juicy burger ready right here and no kid wants a dried up old bar of oats over a burger.” Jack shook his head at her like she was nuts.
“Well I just don’t want to…” Viki was cut off with a look from Jack.
“Come over here and fix that boy a burger Viki. Do you think Noah would think twice about eating if he was hungry?” He shook his head. “No, and…” He raised his brows.
“Bobby.”
“Bobby should make himself at home here too. Nobody goes hungry around Mrs.” Jack gave her a look that said they would talk more about it later.
Viki stepped up beside him and took the plate holding Bobby’s food, but before she could walk away Jack gripped her arm and pulled her around to face him. He used a gentle finger to push the hair out of her face and behind her ear. He just looked at her as if he were trying to decide something, then he kissed her. It wasn’t a long kiss or even open mouthed, but it was a kiss of ownership and it shocked her.
“I hope you brought a change of clothes because you’re coming home with me tonight.”
She shook her head and he kissed her again.
“I’m not asking. Fish is still sulking and I won’t allow you to be hurt.” His eyes darted to Bobby. “Especially now that I understand what you’ve been fighting so hard for.”
“I can’t just move in with you.”
“I’m not asking. You are coming home with me if I have to tie you up. Let me do this for you.”
Viki didn’t know what to say. She really did want to let him, but what would it cost her?
“What’s the catch?”
“There isn’t one. You stay with me and you let me feed you and make sure the two of you are safe and you rest and get strong again. No catch. I get the bonus of hearing a kid in my house and maybe get a home cooked meal on occasion if you want to. You don’t have to do anything for me in return. Nothing.”
Viki knew she must look like a fish out of water, but she couldn’t find a word to say.
“Let me do this for you.” He said as he lowered his head to sip from her lips. “Say yes.” His arm slipped around her and he pulled her close. “Say yes.”
Viki lost all thought as she felt his warmth surround her. “Yes.”
“Mmmm, good girl.” He gave her a light peck on the lips and released her. “Now go feed that boy.” He turned her around and smacked her ass as he nudged her toward the table that held the condiments and fixins.
What had she just agreed to anyway?
Bobby was watching her when she looked up. His little mouth pulled down in a frown on one side as he looked at Jack.
“What’s the matter Sweetie?” Viki asked carefully.
“Who is that man and why did he kiss you like that?”
“His name is Jack and he’s a really nice man. He is going to let us stay with him for a little while to make sure we are safe.” She wasn’t sure how much Bobby knew about what had gone on with Fish, but he was smart enough to know something.
“Safe from that other man? The one that hurt you and made you cry? The one that left all those bruises on you?”
Viki hadn’t know he’d seen those. She felt shame hit her like a Mack truck. “Yes baby. Jack is going to make sure that man never hurts us again.”
“Why do men hurt women? Women aren’t strong enough to fight. Wom
en are moms and aunts and they love. Why would anyone want to hurt them?”
Viki crouched down so she could look him in the eye. “Only cowardly men hurt women or children Bobby. I know you don’t understand it because you aren’t like them. Even as young as you are you have more courage than they do. You are already more of a man than they will ever be and I am so proud of you.”
“My daddy was a coward for what he did to me and my mom. He didn’t have to kill her aunt Viki. Why did he have to kill her? I don’t even care about my legs, but I really miss my mom. She would really love this.”
Viki hugged him close for a long moment and tried her best to hide the tears that sprang to her eyes. “Your daddy is sick in the head baby. Your mom was so beautiful and so special that he just couldn’t stand to be without her. I miss her too and you’re right, she would love today.”
She leaned back so she could see his face. “She would want you to enjoy yourself since she can’t be here with you.”
He nodded seriously. “I know. She wasn’t selfish. She wouldn’t want us to be sad would she?”
Viki shook her head. “Nope. That’s one thing your mom did not like. She wanted the people she loved to be happy so we need to do that for her don’t we?”
He nodded.
“Now eat so I can get you changed and in that pool!”
His grin split his face and the dark clouds that had overshadowed his eyes washed away. He dug into his food, but Viki felt eyes on her. When she looked up Preacherman stood only a few feet away from her. His eyes were glued to Bobby and his jaw was as hard as stone. When he looked up Viki saw the fury in his eyes and he nodded to her.
“Sounds like you are raising that boy right to me Viki.” He cleared his throat. “I want you to know that he’s safe here. You have my word on that. He ever needs anything you let me know.”
“Thank you.”
He nodded and walked over to crouch beside Bobby.
Viki watched one of the most ruthless men in the world snag a chip from Bobby’s plate and talk to him just like he was part of the club. Just like he belonged. Bobby laughed up at him and batted his hand away.
It had been a long time since Bobby had belonged anywhere other than in their little apartment.
Viki felt a familiar arm slip around her and for the first time in over a year she didn’t flinch.
“Why didn’t you tell us about him?” Lamb said quietly.
“I didn’t trust you. He’s all I have and he’s been hurt enough. Why would I give you more to use against me?”
He was quiet so Viki looked up at him.
“I’m really sorry for all of it. There’s no excuse. I just didn’t see it for what it was. I told myself you just liked the game of it. Why else would you have been there, but I get it now and it makes me sick. You ever need anything...just anything…”
She bumped him with her shoulder. “Thanks Lamb. I really don’t hold it against you, not after the way you were with Bobby yesterday. You are like a totally different person.”
“Yeah. It’s easy to be real around kids. Not putting on a macho show for the guys.” He looked down at her. “I’m not a monster Viki. I’m just a regular guy looking for a place here.”
“I think I know that now.”
“Might want to get your hands off my girl before I break them.” Jack said in a voice that couldn’t be taken as friendly.
Lamb stepped back and lifted his hands as a peace offering. “Not stepping on your toes Jack, just making sure we are square. You need help making things right, you let me know.”
Viki caught the look Jack gave Lamb and the slight headshake. She wondered what they were planning and ashamedly she hoped they were going after Jerry to even the score for Bobby, but she wouldn’t say so, but she wouldn’t discourage them either.
Jack wrapped an arm around her and pulled her close as they both watched Preach show Bobby his forearm.
“He tells the new kids something about that tattoo. Not sure what, but he makes sure they know they have a place if they need it and they always have a man in their corner. That’s not something many kids have. I know I didn’t for a long time. It takes away the fear. Kids can’t carry that shit or they can’t be kids.”
Viki watched Bobby run his fingers over an intricate cross that was inked darkly on Preach’s arm. He looked like a man sitting in that wheelchair listening to Preach. He nodded his little head and held out his hand for Preach to shake. Viki overheard him say, “I’ll hold you to that sir.” And she had never been more proud. Bobby had faced so much and he had more courage than she did.
Jack let out a chuckle. “I wonder what that was about.”
Viki shook her head.
As soon as Bobby finished she took him inside and changed him into his swim trunks. Lamb had already blown up his swim ring and was wearing a pair of shorts of his own. Viki donned her own swimwear and pulled on her shorts.
She would be a part of this group today and she would figure out what to do tomorrow when the sun came up. Right now she needed a break and she was going to take it.
12
Jack kept his eyes on Viki as she made breakfast. He’d insisted that it wasn’t something she needed to do, but she hadn’t listened.
“Would you stop it? You sound like a mad dog over there.” She said as she looked over her shoulder at him.
“I just don’t want you to feel like you have to wait on me.”
“I know! I’m fixing breakfast for Bobby anyway so it’s really no trouble.”
“Yeah, so you said.” Jack sat back in his chair. He didn’t like the fact that she had to go into town to take Bobby to school. He had a bad feeling today and he wanted to keep them close.
“You’re doing it again.” She said while pointing at him with an egg covered spatula.
“I wish you’d just stay here today. One day won’t kill him.”
“It’s silly. There is no reason to stay home. His school is safe and you can go with me to drop him off and pick up if you want to. I need to go by the apartment to get a few things too.”
“No. Let me do that.”
“No way! I’m not letting you go through my stuff, just no.”
Jack threw his hands in the air. “You are an impossible woman.”
“No she’s not. She’s a good woman.” Bobby said from the doorway.
“Yeah Bobby I know. She just won’t listen to reason.”
“No! She just won’t let you tell her what to do and you hate it.” Bobby said with anger in his voice.
“Bobby. Watch your tone. Jack isn’t being mean, he’s trying to be nice.” Viki said as she continued at the stove. “He’s just worried.”
Jack looked at the kid. He wasn’t bigger than a minute, but he jumped to Viki’s defense. He had to admit he respected the boy.
“I’m not forcing her to do anything, I’m trying to make her see reason, but she’s too stubborn.”
Viki frowned at him. “Fine, how about this then? You go with me to grab a few clothes and then you can go back with somebody to get anything else that needs getting.”
“Yeah that will work.”
With that settled Viki plated his food and set in on the table. She set Bobby’s in his spot and leaned against the sink to watch them eat.
“And where exactly is yours?” Jack asked with his fork halfway to his mouth.
“She never eats anything. Maybe a piece of toast when her hands get shaky, but she never eats.”
“Sit. Down.” Jack’s voice was harsher than he’d meant it to be, but he would be damned if she starved while living under his roof.
“I’m fine. I’ll have something later. I didn’t fix enough for me.”
Jack stood and strode to the cupboard. He pulled down and other plate, grabbed a fork and filled a glass with milk.
“I said sit.”
“I’m not a dog you can order around.” She stood with her arms crossed.
Jack didn’t tell her again, but he halved
his food and transferred it to her plate.
“Eat this or we all sit right here until you do. One thing I cannot stand is seeing someone hungry. There’s food here and I expect you to eat all you want.”
“I’m not hungry.” Her stomach rumbled calling her a liar and her cheeks bloomed with color.
“Better sit and eat aunt Viki or I’ll be tardy.”
She blew out a breath that caused her hair to flutter. She sat and shoveled the eggs into her mouth while glaring daggers at Jack. That was fine as long as she was eating. She could glare at him all she wanted.
They dropped Bobby off at school and made the short drive to her apartment building.
“Damn Viki, this place is a dump.” He said before he could stop himself.
“Yeah Jack thanks for pointing that out, I thought it was the damned Biltmore house.”
“What the hell are you doing living in a place like this? You made better than this.”
“Bobby has bills Jack and I had to pay that money back to the club. It’s the best I could do.”
Jack heard the tears in her voice and felt like shit. He pulled her into his arms and kissed her head.
“I’m sorry Viki. You should have come to me. I would have helped you. Before everything… why didn’t you trust me then?”
They had been close once.
“I had to be sure. I was giving it time and well… time showed I couldn’t really trust you either.”
Viki pulled away and walked down the short hall to her bedroom.
Jack followed behind her. He wanted to curse at what he found. Just a mattress on the floor. The sheets were clean and there was a quilt folded at the foot, but it was still just a ratty old mattress.
He looked around the room, there was nothing pretty in it. Nothing that made it seem like a woman lived there and she had lived there for over a year.
She was busily stuffing clothes into an oversized garbage bag as he looked around. She had almost killed herself working in a job that almost robbed her of her soul and for what?
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