We heard movement and the door to the cafe flung open. “You okay Flex?” Skinny Pete asked walking further into the car park. “Just needed some fresh air man, after eating all that greasy shit.” Flex smiled patting him on the back directing Pete back to the door. When I’d heard the squeaking of the cafe door, I had hid down the alley at the side of the cafe so we weren’t found talking to each other.
A couple of minutes later, Justice and Bear joined me outside. “Did you get what you wanted?” Bear asked mounting his bike. “The wheels are in motion man. Come on, let’s get back. I need to meet Duke at the Bird Cage.”
Chapter 7
Duke
Bear, Justice and Rex arrived at the strip club where we’d arranged to meet them. Savannah was this evening’s headline act. She was a blond, blue eyed, fuller figured beauty but looked almost virginal attracting men from far and wide. She didn’t offer private dances which also added to her mystery, making enough money from her tips. I admired her a lot. She was studying to be a fashion designer and used her earnings to put herself through University. She also made her own costumes and had used her job as inspiration for her last collection. I bet that gave her lecturers a shock! We had this connection. Everyone thought we were fucking but I simply liked to talk to her as she was a good listener and wasn’t ever judgemental. She had a kind heart and an old head on such a young pair of shoulders and because people thought we were fucking, they left her alone which she was grateful for. She had common sense and a higher level of intelligence compared to the other dancers and some of the younger girls looked up to her.
I noticed the guys come in and Rex headed straight for our table, pouring himself a drink. Rex explained what had happened at the cafe and I could now only wait for the phone call from Flex. I had every faith in Flex, getting me the information I wanted but I needed it fast before Diesel went on a killing spree. This was the reason I didn’t have an old lady. Old ladies came with drama!
Diesel
“You done with me now Duke?” I asked standing, drinking the last of my Jack. I’d waited for my Brothers to come back but now all I wanted was to get back to Ink. “Yeah man, you go and keep your woman safe. Don’t bother coming in tomorrow, we can take care of the garage.” Duke stood grabbing me in a bear hug and whispered in my ear, “Don’t worry man, we’ll get the bastards.” I gathered my thoughts, slapping him on the back, “Thanks man.”
I arrived at Ink’s and relieved Amy and Jimmy of their duties. Surprisingly Jimmy and Ink had been getting along great considering their first encounter, it made me smile just thinking about it. “Thank you for helping out.” I said, giving Amy a huge hug. “No problem, that’s what families are for.” Amy looked over at Jimmy, “Are you gonna give me a ride home?” A flushed Jimmy jumped from the sofa, nodding his head like a little puppy.
“I’m only telling you once, you even look at her in the wrong way and I will drive you to Epping Forest, make you dig your own grave and put a bullet in your head. You got it?” Jimmy grabbed his keys muttering words under his breath leaving the apartment in a hurry. “Oh, leave him alone. He’s sweet Ethan but I would eat him alive! See ya later.” Amy said giving me a kiss on the cheek and closing the door behind her.
I locked up making sure everything was secure and joined Ink in the bedroom. She was looking a little better, sitting up on the bed watching television. I could see that she had eaten, by the empty bowl on the bedside cabinet. “Do you need anything babe?” I asked making my way towards the bed. “Sorry, I didn’t realise you were here. I’m fine, I’ve had some chicken soup and I drank some water earlier.” She smiled and tried to adjust her sitting position which made her uncomfortable. “Let me help you babe.” I rearranged her pillows on top of each other and gently lowered her down the bed so that she was now lying down rather than sitting. “Thank you.” Harlow said before kissing me gently on the lips. She pulled away staring up into my eyes, then reached up to take my lips again. I now took the lead, taking her deep but mindful of her cut lip. I placed my hand in her hair behind her head gently caressing her. She let out a moan, “Are you okay?” I stopped not wanting to hurt her. “I’m fine, please I need you Ethan.” The use of my real name coming from her lips was like music to my ears.
With my other hand I gently stroked her neck moving slowly down her body to cup her breast. I started to softly squeeze her breast with my large hand feeling her nipple harden as she became aroused. I didn’t break from the kiss as I undid her blouse revealing her pink lace bra. As I adjusted, I could see the bruising on her torso but ignored it knowing that this moment in time was about Ink and not my feelings. I wanted her to feel special.
I unclipped the front fastening of her bra, revealing her perfect mounds. I broke the kiss and started to move towards her ear laying tender kisses on her skin. I slowly made my way to her neck gently kissing and nibbling down her body. Ink started to slowly move beneath my touch as she became further aroused. Her nipples were now erect and ready for my attention. I took one into my mouth gently sucking whilst my hand played with the other. I started to kiss further down her body being careful not to touch her bruising.
I saw the rest of her beautiful artwork and a vine that went down her torso, past her belly button and into her shorts. I wanted to see where the vine ended so I slowly removed her shorts and panties to reveal her pussy, clearly aroused and ready to be taken. I could hear Ink making noises but this wasn’t because she was in pain, she wanted me as much as I wanted her.
I spread her legs further and applied just the right amount of pressure on her pubic area. Her body reacted as I rubbed my hand up and down her pussy feeling her juices on the palm of my hand. Seeing her readiness, I gently slid my index finger inside her warm tight pussy which felt like heaven. I could feel myself getting turned on listening to her little moans and couldn’t wait to taste her.
I started to slowly move my finger feeling her juices. I gently pushed in a second finger and could hear Ink’s breathing and sighs getting louder and less controlled. My face was now only a few inches away from her pussy and I could smell her musky sweet aroma. I bent down between her legs and started to gently suck on her already swollen clit. I continued the pace with my fingers but put more pressure on her clit with my tongue. Ink started to squirm against my face and slowly moved her hands through my hair, holding my head in place as I tenderly caressed her flesh with my tongue. Ink purred with pleasure and finally came apart in front of me. It was as if I had flipped a switch as she began to thrash around on the bed as her orgasm ripped through her. I removed my fingers slowly but continued to apply pressure until she was totally spent. I lay on the bed next to her and slowly pulled the pink fluffy comforter over a now very tired Ink.
Harlow
I woke to find the bed empty. Rolling over onto my side, I looked at the clock to see that it was 2.00am. Sitting up slowly, I swung my legs out of the bed and took a couple of tablets that were left on my bedside cabinet. I was stiff all over and stretched a little to try and loosen up. The memory of Diesel between my legs flashed in my mind and I became flushed all over. I couldn’t believe that I’d been so brazen and allowed him to do that to me. I’d never been with a boy, let alone a man but it just felt so right.
My dad had made it perfectly clear that no one was to touch me. Don’t get me wrong, I’d fumbled around with guys at parties but I was technically still a virgin. Up until this moment I was proud to be a virgin but what if Diesel wanted to take our relationship further, was I ready for that? Who am I kidding, hell yeah, I was more than ready for that but would I be enough for him?
I eased myself off the bed, holding my side as I walked to the door. I put on my dressing gown to cover my naked body and briefly caught my reflection in the full length mirror. I was a bloody mess with bruises covering my face, neck and torso. My injuries were so bad that I looked like I’d been in a road accident. I was pulled from my thoughts by hearing raised voices coming from the kitchen.
I opened the door quietly and peeked through the gap. I saw Diesel talking to Duke and Spike and heard a voice that I recognised but couldn’t place.
“Now you have the names, what are you going to do about it?” The man who was out of sight asked. “That’s none of your fucking business. You’ve given us the information we need, which I’m grateful for but it’s now Aces business.” Diesel said with annoyance and anger in his voice. “What the fuck! You won’t tell me what you’re gonna do or even allow me to see her.” See me, who was this man? I opened the door further to try and see who was asking to see me. That’s when I saw him. Flex was standing in my kitchen in the middle of the night, he had obviously been told about my injuries and wanted to see me.
“I told you she’s still…Ink! You shouldn’t be out here babe, you should be resting in bed.” I could hear the concern in Diesel’s voice. All four men stopped what they were doing and looked at me.
“What? Why are you all looking at me like that?” I asked, making my way to the kitchen table so that I could sit down as I was still a little unsteady on my feet. Flex made his way over to me and crouched between my legs. “Oh Princess, what have they done to you? If I’d known what they planned to do, you know I would’ve stopped them, right?” I could see the pain in Flex’s face. “I know you would’ve protected me but then they would’ve killed you like they did my dad.” My words hung in the air. All four of them looked at each other not knowing what to say.
“Hawke told me that he killed my dad. Hawke told him he had a job to run, they lured him into the middle of nowhere and shot him in the fucking head. He didn’t stand a chance.” I wiped the tears that slowly streamed down my face. Flex went to cuddle me but I pushed him away. “No, I need to get this off my chest before I change my mind.” I looked at the floor. I couldn’t stand to see the guy’s sympathetic looks.
“Hawke made it clear that he was interested in me the day I turned eighteen. He was always suggestive, using every opportunity to get me on my own.” Out of the corner of my eye I could see Diesel’s fists clench. “My dad had made it clear that no one was to touch me or they would answer to him.” I stopped to compose myself. “This pissed Hawke off because he shouldn’t have to answer to any man within the club. Hawke told anyone that would listen, that he wanted to be my first sexual encounter.” Duke turned slowly to face Diesel, raising his eyebrows with a knowing look.
“I rebuffed his advances and when my dad died, I made the decision to leave. The night that Hawke and Patch turned up here, Hawke explained that he was here to take what was rightfully his.” I let out a loud sigh, “I made it clear that I’d built a new life and wasn’t going anywhere with him so he explained that he would disfigure me enough so no other man would be interested.” I still didn’t look up but I could feel four sets of eyes burning down on me in rage.
“Luckily the man two houses down owns a Harley. They heard the sound of the engine and took off before hurting me further and raping me.” The last few words came out in a loud cry. I grabbed for my bag to retrieve my asthma pump as I could feel my chest tightening. After a couple of puffs, I tried to control my breaths by slowly breathing in and out. I looked up into their eyes, “I would obviously like both of these men to disappear. If the Aces or the Skulls can’t do it, my dad left me plenty of money and I will find someone who can.” I took a deep breath, “But if you do, I want to be there to see their final breaths.” With that I took myself off into my bedroom. It was late and the tablets that I’d taken earlier were starting to make me drowsy.
Diesel
“I’m gonna leave this in your capable hands. If you need me to do anything let me know.” Flex finished his drink putting his empty glass on the table. “I’m gonna do my own digging about what Harlow just said, regarding her dad’s death. Trigger was a well respected member of the club and other Skulls won’t take too kindly to this information.” Flex walked through the living room, closing the front door behind him.
Duke let out a low whistle reaching for the bottle of Jack on the side. He poured three glasses and we all sat down at the kitchen table. “Did you know she’s a virgin?” Duke asked draining the contents of his glass. “Did I fuck! Come on did you? She’s twenty years old for Christ sakes.” I stood pacing the kitchen floor running my fingers through my hair, “Doesn’t change the way I feel about her, I’m just gonna have to play the long game.” I shook my head, “To think that Hawke was going to rape her because she didn’t want him. Those fucking arseholes have to die and preferably by my own hands.” I angrily poured myself another drink and knocked it back in one.
“You’re quiet!” I said looking at Spike. The words were out before my brain registered. “Ah shit man, I’m sorry.” I said walking over to give him a brief hug. Spike had lost Helen in similar circumstances and I could see the pain in his eyes. “I’m gonna turn in for the night. Can we pick this up at church in the morning?” Spike sipped the last of his drink before making his way out of the door. “I’ll also leave you to it. I’m sure you have lots to discuss with Harlow. Go easy on her man.” Duke put his glass into the sink and patted me on the back before leaving.
I locked up the apartment to make sure everything was secure before making my way into the bedroom. “Ink, are you awake babe?” I sat on the bed next to her but I couldn’t see her face as she had her back to me. As I sat there I could hear her steady breathing. I stroked her hair, “I’ll do everything in my power babe to catch those sons of a bitch. I promise, even if it’s the last thing I do.”
Chapter 8
Harlow
I woke the following morning to the smell of a cooked breakfast. I rolled over to an empty bed which saddened me. It would’ve been nice to snuggle up to Diesel and spend the morning in bed together. I sat up slowly and swung my legs over the mattress to snuggle my feet into my warm slippers.
As I sat on the edge of the bed I started to think about last night’s events. One thought was more prominent than others, which was of Diesel’s reaction when I spoke about being a virgin. I didn’t know if this would now change things between us.
Diesel was thirty-two and had a wealth of life and sexual experiences in comparison to me, I didn’t want him now to see me as just a little girl. I slowly got up and walked over to the wooden chair in the corner of the room, gathering my dressing gown. I put the floral robe on, fastening the belt around my waist and immediately felt better by covering some of my bruises. I was starting to ache so I made my way into the kitchen to take my pain relief.
“Morning sleepy head.” A very cheerful Amy said as she put bacon upon the plates lined on the kitchen work top. I noticed that there were three places set at the kitchen table, with paper napkins, condiments and glasses full of orange juice.
“Morning Amy. Where’s Diesel?” I asked looking around and down the hallway. She started to carry the plates over to the table. “He had to go to the club early this morning so asked Jimmy and I to look after you.” She carried the final plate over to the table and sat down comfortably, applying brown sauce to her plate.
I walked over to the sink, pouring myself a glass of water so that I could take my tablets. “Something smells good!” Jimmy said as he walked further into the kitchen, sitting himself down at the table. I watched as Jimmy scoffed his breakfast, clearing his plate in record time. He pointed to my plate, “Are you not eating yours?” I smiled at him, “Although it smells and looks great, I’m just not hungry. Sorry Amy.” I said holding my tummy. “That’s fine, guts ache will eat it.” She said with a snigger, looking over at Jimmy eating the food as quickly as the first plate.
“What’s the plan today then?” Jimmy asked pushing his plate away from him and rubbing his tummy appreciating the breakfast Amy had cooked. “Doc said I had to take it easy. So it looks like, films and chocolate. What do you say?” Amy stood and started to clear the plates. “That sounds like heaven to me.” She said with a wink. “Jimmy, I hope you like romance films because you are in for a treat today.”
We both giggled at Jimmy’s expression.
We had already watched ‘Dirty Dancing’ and were now half way through ‘Pretty Woman’. I looked over at Jimmy who looked like he wanted to stick forks in his eyes much to my amusement. All this romance was driving him mad making me chuckle. My phone vibrated so I quickly retrieved it from my pocket.
How U doing Ink? I hope Amy and Jimmy R looking after U. D x
His text made me smile and the butterflies were back. Ever the alpha male looking out for me but it was the way he signed off his text.
Doing well, thank you. Boring Jimmy with romance films! Ink x
I thought it was about time I started to use the name he’d given me.
LOL. I’ll B home around 4ish. D x
Home! God that felt good him saying that. I knew things were moving fast but it just felt so right.
Can’t wait to C U. Ink x
I put the phone back into my pocket. “What you smiling at?” Damn it! Amy had caught me smiling to myself. “Was that lover boy?” She asked moving so that she was sitting next to me on the sofa. “Yeah, he said he’ll be home around four this afternoon.” I left the statement hanging in the air to see if she picked up upon the fact that he had called it home. “Home!” She said raising her eyebrows and giving me a light hug. “That man has got it bad, baby girl.”
Diesel was true to his word and arrived at 4.00pm. He brought pizzas so that we didn’t have to cook which was a nice treat. “I’m stuffed!” Amy said rubbing her tummy. “Come on Jimmy, you can take me home.” Jimmy jumped up from his seat at the kitchen table looking around for his keys. Diesel smiled shaking his head at Jimmy’s reaction. I stood giving both Amy and Jimmy a hug. “Thank you for looking after me today.” Amy smiled sweetly, “That’s what families are for.” Her comment surprised me and Diesel saw the questioning look on my face as he slipped his arm around my waist. They left closing the door behind them, giggling like young teenagers.
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