Total pages in book: 96
Estimated words: 91925 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 460(@200wpm)___ 368(@250wpm)___ 306(@300wpm)
Estimated words: 91925 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 460(@200wpm)___ 368(@250wpm)___ 306(@300wpm)
Yet another reason I’m beginning to realize how much I resent being an undercover cop. My life gets so lonely, and I get lost in the person I have to become for the job. There are times I question myself and who I am.
Rem is my reminder. When I’m with her, I’m always who I want to be. The woman grounds me. I need that now more than I knew.
I’ve had time to reflect on my chat with my mom. She had a point. I need to be me with Rem and show her how I really feel.
“Come have a few beers with me. We can drop off our rides and take an Uber someplace.”
The words are out before I can think about it. I place her on her feet and watch her face as she chews on her lip. I know the moment she’s about to say yes.
“I’ll meet you somewhere. I need to go home and shower first,” she replies.
“Cool, I’ll send you a text when I’m heading out.”
She looks into my eyes, a war happening within hers again. I’m probably pushing too fast, too soon. I hold my breath, not saying a word. I need this time with her.
“Cool.”
I blow out a relieved breath and nod. Now, not to fuck this up tonight. We’re friends.
CHAPTER 22
You See it Too
Bishop
“So we’re all going to ignore that?” Kegan says as he points to the door Knight and Reminisce just went through.
I shake my head. I have no comment. That’s none of my business. Saga wants to get in the middle of it, but I know my brother. He’ll get what he wants eventually.
“I’m not ignoring anything. It’s none of my business,” Dwayne says.
“Man, I hate your grumpy ass sometimes. You need to get laid so you can chill the fuck out. Those cigarettes aren’t doing shit for you, you might as well quit,” Kegan grumbles.
“You get laid enough for the both of us. Besides, it’s clear neither of them wants us to know, so stay out of it,” Dwayne snaps.
“Stay out of what?” Lord asks as he enters the kitchen where we’re all standing around the island.
“I think Knight’s fucking Reminisce,” Kegan says.
“You saw that too?” Prince says as he walks into the conversation.
I move to the refrigerator to get everyone a beer. I can tell no one else plans to head out anytime soon. Today was fun.
I’ve noticed my place has become like headquarters these days. When my brothers and two cousins want to hang out, they come here. Even the band members have taken to coming here to hang around, even when we’re not in the studio. My boys love them, so I don’t mind.
“Dude, you’d have to be blind not to. She’s hot, I can’t blame him,” Kegan replies.
“She’s the one he’s been hooking up with for years,” Lord muses.
“No, are you serious? That’s been Rem?” Prince says.
I look between my brothers as they have a silent conversation. I hate when they do that. It’s clear to see they know something I don’t. Not impossible with my tour schedule. I’ve missed out on a lot.
“What aren’t you two saying?” Kegan says, picking up on the same thing I do.
Lord shrugs. “He’s been crazy about this chick he hooks up with every now and then. He doesn’t really see anyone when they’re on and I can’t honestly say he dates much when they’re off. I didn’t know it was Rem at first.
“I figured it out when this one got married and surprised us with a new family. It’s the way he looks at her,” Lord finishes.
“Wow, that’s what I’m saying. How does he think he’s hiding this when he looks at her like that,” Kegan says.
“But how do you know for sure it’s her?” Dwayne says looking at Lord.
I was wondering the same thing. I know the truth, but I’m not sure how Lord does. Not that you can keep secrets for long around here.
“He confirmed it at the party when I asked him,” Lord replies.
That makes sense. As the youngest, Knight doesn’t hide anything when we ask, unless it has something to do with his job. I know he’s still keeping something to himself about his last assignment.
We’ve all learned not to push when it comes to that subject. My brother’s job can be dangerous, and some of his cases could bring danger into his real life if he’s not careful. I’ve offered repeatedly for him to come work for me.
However, Knight loves his badge. I don’t know if there’s anything that could get him to give it up. He’s a good cop and his heart is in the right place, so I’ve left it alone.
“And why are you so quiet? You know something, don’t you?” Kegan says to me.
I look up from my beer and stare at him. Dwayne walks up behind him and slaps him upside the back of his head. I snort and shake my head.