Their Love

Chapter16

Rayna POV

As we got to my new home, I messaged Ryker and let him know I was coming up. He let me know his roommate, Dante, was on the way down to show me up. I park my car, a 1970 Chevelle 454 SS, my graduation gift from Jacob. Jacob walks up to me, grabs my bag and JJK blanket and hands me my Snorlax pillow. They’re my safety net when I’m nervous. Jacob looks and shakes his head.

“What?” I asked with a small pout

“You’re so f*****g adorable, I think I might be sick” he tells me with a smile.

I’ve got tight jeans that show off my thick thighs and ass, tennis shoes, and a tee shirt that says“ trust guys that like big buts they cannot lie.” And a long sleeved black shirt under it. It was either professional or comfortable. Figure moving day is comfort clothes. My hair is in a messy bun on my head. And I’m hugging a Snorlax pillow. Nobody who saw me would say ya that girl there is a badass chef.

I’m going to be living with these men, they’re gonna see my tattoos and most of my piercings, so I don't have to worry about keeping them covered. They're most likely going to realize I’m weird very quickly. I guess it’s best for them to know before the actual contract starts so they can back out if they want.

I heard a deep chuckle at Jacob’s comment. I shiver at the sound and my n*****s tighten, and the sound goes to my core. What is wrong with me, I think? I turned and saw a sexy, tall-dark-haired man walking up to us. He looks me up and down slowly. He gives me a dirty smirk. “I don’t think adorable is the word I’d use”. He reaches his hand out “Dante” he introduced himself.

I reached out with a slight tremble “R-Rayna, pleasure to meet you” his hand touched mine and his warmth wrapped around me. Sparks shot off from where he touched. Three different men in two days causing such a strong feeling in me is a little concerning.

“I assure you the pleasure is all mine, la mia bellissima fiorellina.” He leaned down and pressed his warm lips to my hand. I was instantly soaked. My breath hitched, and I stood still-stupid- for a moment.

Then I hear “I think those bacon ranch mashed potatoes would be a great side with a steak dinner.” Jacob says with a smug smile. As he turned and started walking, I kicked the bottom of his shoe, and he tripped. Jacob looked at me in disbelief.

I giggled at the sight of his face “that was uncalled-for, you demon.” I stuck my tongue out at him.

“I’m sure Mr. tall, dark and sexy here, can think of better uses for that tongue.” My eyes widened, and the blush was instant.

“Sometimes I hate you so much” I told Jacob, mortified.

“I’ll have no problem finding uses for that tongue, but before we get to that, why don’t we head upstairs and get you settled in.” I shyly glanced at Dante, unable to meet his gaze head on or speak. I just nodded.

Dante grabs my chin gently and makes me look at him. “Fiorellina, when we speak you look at me? Intesa? Understood?” Wide-eyed and completely stunned and confused, I replied “Yes, s-sir.” I saw his eyes darken and his body tensing slightly.

Jacob breaks the spell we were both under.

“Just think of me as your fairy godfather. Boop.” The fucker booped my nose and headed to the elevator.

“You don’t have to come, I’m perfectly fine” I told him.

“Not a chance, love, I’m going to see you safely settled in your new home.”

“More like the lion's den” I muttered, trying to regulate my breathing. Dante had slipped in behind me in the elevator his body just close enough to feel his heat but not touch.

Dante leans down, his lips touching my ear, warm breath gently caressing my neck. “Breathe, little one, no one will eat you.”

I completely forgot how to function and a small whimper escaped my lips.

Fanning his face, Jacob says“ holy f**k, this is the second time today I got pregnant” just then the elevator opened and Jacob jumped out.

I buried my face in my pillow with a groan “I need new friends,” I said.

Dante chuckles “Oh I don’t know, little one, I like him."

I scoffed, “You say that now till you’re the one he’s embarrassing.”

I walked into the apartment looking around amazed. It’s homey and comfortable with blues and grays with splashes of red. The open floor plan has two huge overstuffed couches and a comfy-looking recliner. The television takes up most of the wall. My gaze slowly drifts toward the kitchen and I freeze in my spot.

My jaw drops and I stupidly stand there staring. “Hello again, gorgeous. I missed you”, Alastair said to me, sitting at the kitchen bar. I saw Ryker was shirtless in the kitchen with his tattooed chest and arms on display, he put something on a plate in front of Alastair. He made eye contact and the hunger in his nearly burned me alive. “Rayna”, he acknowledged me. I was frozen, drowning in his gray eyes.

I felt a gentle hand just above my ass and I jumped and jerked my gaze to Dante, somewhat dazed. “Let’s go have a seat with them.” I silently followed his lead, but before we reached the others, realization dawned on me. And I glared at Jacob “I really wanna push you down a flight of stairs right now. You knew this morning”, I accused him.

The bastard had the audacity to grin at me. “I told you I wouldn’t interfere in your life unless you’re in danger. It wasn’t my place.”

“I feel like I’m going to be eaten alive. This place definitely screams danger”, I thought to myself.

“But the fun kind though, especially if you continue to think out loud,” he says with a big grin.

“I - you- i didn’t-. Fuck.” I felt Dante’s hand move to my waist. He’s pressed against my back now. “Language, Fiorellina, a fowl mouth could get you punished.” Shocked, I just stare. “Understood?” “Y-yes sir.” I swear the man is a siren and has taken over my body in the 10 minutes since meeting him. He looked pleased.” Let’s sit.” He led me to the others to sit.

“There is no way this is a coincidence. You knew this morning too,” I told Alastair. At least he had the ability to look guilty. A slight blush on his cheeks.

“Guilty. I wanted to see you again. I don’t regret it.” He calmly tells me. I saw Jacobs' cocky smirk.

“So the end of the week works for my ribeye dinner?” At this point I’m a permanent shade of red.

I glared at him while the others chuckled” keep it up, and I’ll tell Lu you’re just dying for more special chicken parm.” I told him.

“You wouldn’t. “

“Try me” I retort.

“ I never pegged you for that vicious. If you want me dead, there are more humane ways to do it” he dramatically shuddered.

“I guess I’ve worn out my welcome. But I get to keep my smores and hot chocolate secrets.” Then he leaves, dramatically grasping his chest.” I can’t help smiling at his nonsense. I snag my phone fast and shoot a text to one of my favorite delivery services. My phone rings a second later, and I immediately answer, forgetting my situation at hand. I’m so focused on a little revenge. “ Yep I’m absolutely sure. Put it in a glitter bomb box with extra glitter and those sticky annoying rose things.” you’re sure” “absolutely. Put a fan in it too. Orange and purple glitter. I need you to find a way to get him to open it in front of the security cameras. I don’t wanna miss it.” “Damn my man must have got you good.”

“The fucker needs to learn when to shut up.” I said, coming back to the surrounding men with a shy smile and blush. “I need to go, Lydia, talk to you later. Thanks.”