Chapter 48
Chapter Forty-Eight
~Harlow~
I don't know how long I slept, but when I wake up, it’s to Raidon and Rhen talking softly on either side of me. I am toasty warm pressed between their bodies and I don't want to move, knowing that my heat has now abated. I will be sent home; well, back to the storage lockers.
Yet, I can't stay here either. Dread pools in my belly as Thane's words come back to me. He knows I’m the girl from the strip club, and I know he will fire me. One thing I have come to learn after working for them for the last couple weeks is that image is everything. There’s nothing Thane hates more than bad press.
"Wonder what time he’ll be home," I hear Raidon murmur, and my eyes flutter open to see Rhen's tattooed chest. I want to trace my fingers over the patterns that are etched into his skin, but I hold back. Tingles spread across every inch of me that is touching them.
"No idea, but when he does, I’ll try to talk to him again," Rhen answers.
"Talk, don't fight with him, Rhen. He’ll say no just to prove he can," Raidon replies.
I want to keep listening to their conversation, but the urge to pee is too strong. Plus, I feel sticky from slick and cum, so I desperately want to shower.
Raidon's hand, currently resting on my hip, isn't helping the situation, especially with my stupid Omega hormones still running rampant.
I want to press closer to him, and I know I need to escape when instinct starts to kick in.
I know if I don't move soon, I’ll end up crawling on top of him.
Their scents are overwhelming me. Yawning, I stretch.
My back arches, and Raidon's hand moves to my stomach.
"You're awake. We’ve been waiting for you to wake up," Raidon purrs, kissing my shoulder. I look up to find Rhen staring down at me.
I turn my gaze away, my face flaming with embarrassment. Now, what? Do I thank them for helping with my heat? Give him a pat on the back for taking my V-Card, or handshake as if this is some bizarre business transaction? I suddenly find myself unsure of what to do now. I feel awkward.
I am nothing more than their assistant and some strange Omega they fucked.
Sitting up between them, I tuck the blanket around my naked body, and my eyes scan the room for Leon or Thane.
It’s just us down here, and I let out a breath.
Turning back to look at them, I find them both watching me.
I gulp suddenly, wanting to flee from their hungry gazes.
I rub my eyes and look toward the bathroom. I chew my lip, trying to decide what to say, yet I come up with nothing. Rhen sees where I’m looking and says, "You can use the bathroom. You don't have to ask."
I nod my head. "Thanks… um… you didn't have to stay. You could have left me alone down here," I tell them awkwardly. Man, why is this so awkward? I would have rather woken up alone. I don’t like the idea, but at least I wouldn't feel so uncomfortable.
"I'll grab you a towel and some clothes," Raidon says, sitting up. He surprises me by pressing his lips to my cheek before getting up and using his arms to pull himself out of the Den. I stand up to follow. I’m about to climb out myself when I feel hands grip my hips and lift me over the ledge.
Rhen jumps out behind me and follows me toward the bathroom.
I suddenly feel extremely self-conscious.
I can feel his eyes follow my every move.
Stopping at the door, I turn to Rhen, who seems amused about something. What, I have no idea, but it makes me feel even more awkward as his lips curve upwards.
"Am I… in trouble? I mean… is Thane going to fire me?" I ask.
I need this job to pay Martha what I owe her and get my shitty apartment back. If he fires me, I may be forced to take whatever job Talon can offer, but whoring myself out doesn't sound very appealing.
"I don't think so, but he is angry that you didn’t tell him about working for Tal."
"He would have fired me if he knew," I tell him, looking at the floor.
"Maybe, maybe not—"
I raise an eyebrow at him, and he chuckles.
"Yeah, he would have fired you. Go shower, Zara. Raidon will bring you some clothes," he says, and I walk into the huge bathroom, making my way over to the shower. I hear him close the door before I call out.
"Rhen?"
He opens the door and looks at me.
"Thanks," I tell him, and he smirks.
"Anytime," he chuckles, closing it, and I shake my head. Well, I addressed the elephant in the room, so hopefully, it won't be so awkward when I hop out. I just really wish I could sneak out before Thane returns home.
The hot water is welcome as I use the de-scenting soap and scrub my skin raw. My whole body aches. The area between my legs is extra sensitive and uncomfortable, but not overly painful. While washing my hair, I hear the door creak open. I expect Raidon to walk in, but it’s Thane.
He sets a towel and some clothes next to the sink. "Once you are finished, get dressed and meet us in the dining room," he says before turning and walking out.