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Aegis Group Dangerous Ladies Chapter 60: Orion
Orion hoisted her up to the deck and wrapped his other arm around her waist. While he wouldn't call her reaction enthusiastic, she looked at him with warm curiosity. Considering that he'd half expected to find her in angry badger mode, he was thrilled."Welcome aboard, ma'am," he said.She placed her free hand on his shoulder. "Thanks for having me. I think."Orion was tempted to kiss her right then and there. Her body was soft against his. It was just them and the water.Not yet."Now, for the rest of the surprise." He let go of her and glanced toward the dining table set up not far away.A brown shopping bag sat in one of the seats."The rest?" she echoed.Orion grabbed the bag and turned to face her. "Yes. There is surprise appropriate attire. You have options. The plan which can always change, is to stay on the boat until roughly four. We can do nothing, swim, fish, watch TV, play video games-whatever you like. And, there's an outfit for each of those activities I t
Last Updated : 2022-11-24Aegis Group Dangerous Ladies Chapter 61: Orion
Orion stared into her eyes, willing her to believe him finally, and answer one question he'd always wanted to know. "My priorities have always been the same. You just never take me at my word. Why is that?"She pushed up and crossed her legs. A little wrinkle developed between her brows. She reached for a cracker, cheese and slice of meat, creating a mini sandwich. He didn't quite hold his breath, but it was a question he'd always wanted an answer to."You have flirted with me from the day we met." She locked eyes with him and that wrinkle deepened. "I have always assumed I wasn't special. I was just another woman..."Jennifer glanced out at the water.She was so very strong. What had happened to her to create the need for that strength? These walls?Orion licked his lips, considering his words very carefully."There was a period of my life when your assumption would have been correct. But, at that time I lived in California. I'd like to think I was a different person. When
Last Updated : 2022-11-24Aegis Group Dangerous Ladies Chapter 62: Jennifer
Thursday. Luxe Ibiza Hostel, Cala Gració, Ibiza.JENNIFER STARED AT ORION. She heard his words, but it felt like he was talking to someone else. He certainly didn't mean her. He couldn't.But there wasn't anyone else on the boat. She'd looked.How did she take all of this from him and give nothing in return? Why would he-a wealthy, attractive man-want her?Jennifer's own mother hadn't thought she was worth sticking around for. Why would he ask so little of her in return for the scraps she could offer?"I don't know what to say to that," she whispered.Orion's smile twisted a bit. "You don't have to say anything. I'm not asking for anything, only putting it out there. Neither of us has to make a move right now.""Okay," she said slowly.She didn't have any idea how to proceed.A quick fuck was something she could manage.But this?She shook her head, but it didn't help clear her thoughts anymore. "What even is this? I don't know what's happening anymore?"He t
Last Updated : 2022-11-24Aegis Group Dangerous Ladies Chapter 63: Jennifer
Part of Jennifer wanted to be a little hellion and push him. But the rest of her had a grudging respect for him. Here she'd thought he was the type to take what he wanted when it was offered. Instead, what he wanted was serious and potentially long-lasting. It was the kind of thing that would utterly change her life. He could say all he wanted was the opportunity, but she knew how this would go. She'd make time. He'd want more. And it would be up to her to rearrange her life to fit him.Jennifer didn't know if she had it in her. Hell, it wasn't even until after she'd left that Army that she got control of her life. Before then, her grandparents or social worker got to make her decisions. Then her commanding officer. The first real choice she'd made for herself, without feeling pressured into it, was going to work for Aegis Group."Hey?" Orion leaned forward, elbows on his knees. "Where'd you go?""Um..." She pushed up on one arm. "Maybe you're right.""Yeah? What makes you say
Last Updated : 2022-11-24Aegis Group Dangerous Ladies Chapter 64: Bain
Thursday. Luxe Ibiza Hostel, Cala Gració, Ibiza.BAIN STARED AT THE front of the luxury hostel, tapping his fingers on the steering wheel.He'd done a few drive-bys of the place. It was quite possibly the most secure facility on the island that he'd seen. No one else employed quite as many hired men with guns.It was creeping past mid-afternoon.He hadn't seen much activity on the property, but that was standard for the island life. Most guests woke up late and stayed out until sunrise.Milan Esposito was no exception.Though she had vanished rather early last night.Damn her for making him wait.She didn't know it yet, but his time was valuable.Two figures strolled into view in the distance.Bain reached over and grabbed the binoculars off the seat next to him. With the high powered lenses, he could easily zoom in and get a better look.Milan glanced left and right before leaning against a man with loose, shoulder length hair. The couple kissed briefly before
Last Updated : 2022-11-24Aegis Group Dangerous Ladies Chapter 65: Jennifer
Thursday. Luxe Ibiza Hostel, Cala Gració, Ibiza.JENNIFER WALKED TOWARD THE main house in a daze.What the hell had she just seen? What in the ever loving hell was that? When was it?She hadn't left Milan's side in the last two weeks. Scratch that, the last month. That meant the footage was from before her birthday party. Jennifer combed back through her memory, trying to recall a black, slinky dress. But there was nothing. Milan had been all about color lately.Only...Jennifer had taken three days off. It was on that last long weekend when Milan had been at home. Jennifer had the long weekend because they'd known the birthday trip was coming. Since Milan was going to be around her father and his security, a little time off had been reasonable. Jennifer hadn't needed to concern herself with Milan's safety. The head of security was top-notch.Fuck.It had to be that stretch of time. That was almost six weeks ago.But, why?Milan had a more than generous allowance f
Last Updated : 2022-11-24Aegis Group Dangerous Ladies Chapter 66: Jennifer
Jennifer needed it analyzed. Normally, this was something she'd shoot up the chain of command to her boss. However, if Milan had committed a crime, that would put Aegis Group in the uncomfortable position of protecting criminal acts. Jennifer needed to have a plan in place before she made that call. She had to know all her options."Ready," Milan muttered.Jennifer glanced at her. Milan had the robe belted over her odd get up and her feet shoved into fuzzy Ugg boots."Orion is waiting for us. Come on."The walk from Milan's room to the security office was a silent one. A few other guests were around, but they took one glance and found somewhere else to be.Orion was waiting for them at the patio entrance to his office, looking grim. He held the door for them and closed it without saying a word. Jennifer blew out a breath once the door clicked shut."Okay." She gestured to the wicker chairs farthest from the desk. "Milan, tell me in your words what happened. Before you make
Last Updated : 2022-11-24Aegis Group Dangerous Ladies Chapter 67: Orion
Thursday. Luxe Ibiza Hostel, Cala Gració, Ibiza.ORION FINISHED HIS REQUIRED half hour schmoozing at the cocktail bar. It couldn't have come at a worse time. Every Tuesday and Thursday he hosted this casual event. Many guests came just to talk to him. There was no getting out of it on short notice. Not without drawing more attention.Jennifer had opted to stay in his office talking over the weak points in their security with Mateo. Damn it, Orion should have been there with her. His ego said there was no one better at keeping his guests safe than himself. But that wasn't true. Mateo had around five years on Orion and had been an Army Ranger until three years ago. Mateo saw everything. His warm demeanor hid his struggle with the demons that had followed him from battlefronts the world over.Mateo would protect their guests with his life and smile while he did it.Orion could trust the man with Jennifer. He knew it, and yet it was hard to keep his mind on his guests while he m
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