To Say Goodbye

Chapter 13

Maggie's POV

The girls and I were in my guest room getting ready for the club. I had used a lot of concealer to hide the bruise on my face and even then, if you look close enough you can still see it. Oh well. Since I went so heavy on the concealer and foundation, I decided to go more natural with my eyes and lips. I wore just a winged liner with mascara and pink lip gloss.

The dress is stunning! It feels like butter, it's that soft. Xander's ex must have been a few inches taller than me cause it goes down to just above my knees. I think it was meant to be mid thigh or shorter. However, I'm alot curvier than her. The dress is very snug over my breasts, hips, and bottom. Not in a bad way though. It definitely shows what my mama gave me. The entire back is open, except for the crisscross string that goes all the way down to just above my back dimples.

I figured I'd wear my hair in a stylish bun to expose the back. I left a few curls out to frame my face and give the bun a more spirited look. I quickly strap on my heels grab my clutch and head down stairs with the girls.

We all look hot as hell!

James was waiting at the bottom of the stairs wearing a white button up and black slacks. His sleeves were rolled to his elbows and the top two buttons were undone.

"Wow, you ladies look great! The bosses already left and asked me to bring you to the club when you were ready. So, if you will please follow me." James said with a smile.

We all giggled and followed along. Waiting for us out front was a sleek black limo. James opened up the door and let us all slide in. Once all of us were in he closed the door and got into the passenger seat.

"We are riding in a frickin limo!!! Look there is champagne!" Mal shouted excitedly pooring all of us glasses.

"None for me, I need to take some pain meds with water or I wont be able to dance later." I state shaking my head at her and grabbing a bottle of water. I quickly take two pills from the bottle Dr. Greene gave me. Hopefully, this will get me through the night.

The girls had just downed their second glass of champagne when we pulled up to Club X. James opened the door and lead us straight to the front. Again I felt like some out of place celebrity. Everyone was watching us as we walked by. Some women glared with jealousy and some men eyed us with lust. The same bouncer as before let us inside giving James a quick bro hug. Right as I was stepping in my phone started going off.

Shit. It is work. A really important booking for the shop.

James gives me a questioning look. "Sorry I need to take this really quick, it's for work." I said apologetically. He just gives me a nod and points for the girls to continue on. I thought he would leave too, but he just stayed with me while I took the call.

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Xander's POV

Andre, Xavier and I are sitting in a booth at the club waiting on the girls to arrive. We had a meeting to get to while the girls were getting ready so we decided to just meet them here. I'm tapping my fingers on my whiskey glass anxiously awaiting my temptress. I can only imagine what she is going to look like in that dress. I loved what she picked out. Steph never wore it because she wasn't a fan of anything green. But my temptress didn't mind wearing green. It made her eyes pop and her skin glow when I held it up to her face. God, just thinking about it is making me excited. luckily Xavier snapped me out of my wondering thoughts.

"Relax brother! They will be here any minute." Xavier said with a chuckle.

"I am relaxed." I lied smoothly. Xavier and Andre just laughed and gave my tapping fingers a pointed look.

"You really like her, don't you." Xavier stated more than questioned.

I c****d my head to the side and furrowed my brow. "Like who?" I questioned.

He gave me a smug smirk. "Oh I don't know. Some short, curvy, goddess with green eyes and long golden brown hair. You know, the one you were desperately trying not to dry hump in the pool this morning." He stated with amusement.

My eyes snapped to his in shock and I felt a small blush creep up my cheeks. Blush? I don't blush! I'm Xander King for crying out loud! Andre and Xavier begin to laugh fully.

"Yeah man, I haven't seen you like this since... well.... you know." Andre sputtered out.

"You know how I feel about women. All women are the same and I will never again let myself be caught in some manipulative web again. I just haven't had a good lay in a while. Plus, I thought you and her had something going?" I nod towards my brother.

"Yeah, I know your feelings towards women, but feelings can change brother. And all women being the same is a damn lie. Maggie is different. She isn't Stephanie, the furthest thing from it and I know you can sense that. As for something going on between me and Maggie, you're right. There is something, but it's more of a sibling connection than anything. However, I'm not blind. Maggie is a beautiful woman and if you're not gonna make a move I'll gladly f**k her senseless." Xavier concluded with a wink.

The f**k he will! She is mine!

I shoot Xavier a chilling glare. He chuckles and lifts his hands in surrender. Then gives me a knowing smirk. Mine? Where the hell did that come from? That son of a gun... he is right. I like Maggie. s**t! No, I promised myself not to do this again and I will stick to it.

"Hey there handsome, handsome and handsome-er! Would you like some company from your favorite girls?" Brandi attempted to purred seductively walking up to the table. Her voice is more like nails on a chalkboard screeching.

"Slide right in girls, we'll flag down the waitress for more drinks." Xavier said. Brandi, Cass, and Mel all slid in on his side of the wide round booth.

I furrowed my eyebrows at them and looked around. Where is Maggie?

"Where is Maggie?" Xavier voiced my question.

"She had to answer a call for work. It is an important booking she has been trying to get." Cass answers.

"Booking? I thought she was a nurse at a hospital?" I question confused.

"She is, but she is also the owner of a paint and sip shop. It is super fun and successful, but it keeps her pretty busy." Mel explains.

A nurse and a business owner? f**k! Is there anything this woman can't do?

I stand up and head to the railing overlooking the lower level. I can see James standing near the entrance looking at someone. He has his hands in his pockets waiting patiently. If I lean my head to the side I can see a woman's feet. Strappy black heels with pink polished toe nails are pacing the entryway. Maggie.

After several minutes she finally steps into my view.

Fuck! She is absolutely gorgeous. That dress is snug around all of her curves. Her hair is in a styled bun with wisps of curls left out framing her beautiful face. I prefer her long hair down, but she still looks stunning this way. I'm betting she chose this style so show off the back of the dress. From this distance, I can't see the bruise on her face. She must have covered it up with makeup.

Putting her phone in her handbag she smiles at James and says something to him. Then they both head my way, to the VIP booths. Maggie suddenly looks up and her green eyes find mine. I was right, that dress makes her eyes pop. She gives me a small smile and motions to her body and c***s an eyebrow as if asking if the dress looks okay. I grin and give her a nod of encouragement. Yes, my temptress, you look stunning. In response Maggie graces me with the most breathtaking smile I've ever seen.

Shit. My pants are getting tight.