Protector
Silent Phoenix MC Series: Book Four
Shannon Myers
Contents
Also by Shannon Myers
Acknowledgments
Terminology
Author’s Note
Protector
Prologue
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Chapter 13
Chapter 14
Chapter 15
Chapter 16
Chapter 17
Chapter 18
Chapter 19
Chapter 20
Chapter 21
Chapter 22
Chapter 23
Chapter 24
Chapter 25
Chapter 26
Chapter 27
PREVIEW OF RENEGADE
PREVIEW OF OPERATION FIT-ISH
Also by Shannon Myers
About the Author
Copyright © 2019 by Shannon Myers
All rights reserved. This book or any portion thereof may not be reproduced or used in any manner whatsoever, including but not limited to- being stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise without the written permission of the author.
This book is a work of fiction. Names, characters, groups, businesses, and incidents are either the product of the author’s imagination or used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual places or persons, living or dead, is entirely coincidental.
Cover Model: Amanda Renee
Photographer: Jeanne Woodfin
Design: Final Wrap
First Printing: 2019
ISBN- 978-1-7332748-1-4
Created with Vellum
Also by Shannon Myers
From This Day Forward Duet
(David & Elizabeth’s Story)
From This Day Forward
Forsaking All Others
Standalone Novels
(Travis & Katya’s Story)
You Save Me
Operation Series
(Dakota & Zane’s Story)
Operation Fit-ish
(Kate and Nate’s Story)
Operation Annulment
Silent Phoenix MC Series
(Mike & Lauren’s Story)
Renegade (Book One)
Traitor (Book Two)
(Grey & Celia’s Story)
Deserter (Book Three)
Protector (Book Four)
Savior (Book Five) Coming 9/2019
Fairest Series
(Charm & Neve’s Story)
Through The Woods
Fictioned Series
(Hayden & Jake’s Story)
Protagonized
For the women who survived the unthinkable; the protectors. The ones who were incinerated by the world around them, yet rose from the ashes stronger than before.
Acknowledgments
A writer is only as good as the people behind her. I’m lucky enough to have an entire city.
Rebecca Pau- Bex, thank you again for designing the perfect cover to complement this series, and for threatening to terminate our friendship contract during this book. I appreciate you loving these flawed characters as much as I do, and I can’t wait to begin torturing you with Savior.
Beta Readers- Thank you for always dropping everything to read these chapters. You guys are the best. Your feedback continues to push me to improve this story. Give yourselves a big pat on the back because Grey and Celia would not be what they without you.
Jean- Thank you for shooting the most perfect cover for this story. Your ability to capture raw emotion and turn it into something almost ethereal is second to none.
Amanda Renee- Thank you for being yourself. While your looks made you a perfect Celia, it’s your personality that sold me. You are such a positive and uplifting role model for women, and I look forward to working with you again. We will have our tequila and bonfire night someday soon!
Emily- Thank you for dealing with my Shannonigans. You keep me sane when I’m losing my mind, and are always quick to remind me when it’s a full moon, so that I can become one with the earth again.
Ellie- Even though I’m the princess and you’re the rebel, we just make it work. Thank you for not blocking me on social media and for taking this on eleven days before release. I’d tell you that you’re the real MVP, but you’d probably let it go to your head.
Readers- Thank you for you messages of impatience. Seriously. Deserter is a lot darker than Renegade and Traitor, and putting it out there took a big leap of faith. I worried that maybe I wouldn’t be able to meet your expectations, but the demand for Protector silenced those fears. I know I made you wait a little longer, but I hope you can forgive me.
Laura- Bunny, thank you for loving Grey. I knew that if he’d captivated you, then he must’ve been pretty special because you don’t waste time with peasants. You’ve pushed me to delve deeper into my writing and capture the characters’ emotions. Some day, I will have your tears, and you will forget all about Cap. Oh, and thanks for being friends with a little psycho like me.
Lily- Thank you for demanding to know where Protector was headed the minute you finished Deserter. Your excitement and honesty have me raising the bar with every book. #GreedyforGrey
Wendi- Thank you for standing in the bar area at P.F. Chang’s, letting me dump out the entire series plot while we waited for a table. Thank you for still showing up for our friendship, even when you know I have a tendency to become a recluse. I love every second we spend together, and look forward to more book discussions in our future.
Denise- Thank you for messaging me and offering your critique partner services for Protector. Even though I didn’t give myself enough time to write and critique, I am very much looking forward to reading more from you.
Ashley- Thank you for being my critique partner and my roommate at Inkers Con. I made sure everyone knew that I was with the photographer, leaving them all impressed and a little jealous.
Jodi- Thank you for being my platonic life partner and my daily writing buddy. I feel like outsiders may be frightened by our texts, but you and I know that only people in true love discuss murder and torture. Investigation Discovery has nothing on us.
Zach- Thank you for always being available to drop everything and read chapters because I’m freaking out, convinced I no longer know how to string sentences together. You push me to dig deep when I need it, and I love you for it. You’re my toughest critic, and my biggest champion. I know you like to give me the credit, but I wouldn’t be where I am without your love and support.
Terminology
1%er (One-Percenter)- If 99% of motorcycle riders are law-abiding members of society, the rest is the 1%. Advertised through a patch or tattoo, usually on a diamond shaped back field.
13 - Patch worn by a biker, usually a 1%er. May stand for the letter “M” (13th letter of alphabet), and indicate the wearer smokes pot, or uses “crank” (methamphetamine). Can also mean “The Mother Club“, or original chapter of a motorcycle club.
1916- The nineteenth letter of the alphabet (S) and the sixteenth (P). Stands for Silent Phoenix.
3-Piece Patch- Configuration of back patches, consisting of: a top rocker (club’s name), a center patch (club’s emblem), and a bottom rocker (geographical territory).
69 - Patch indicating someone who has performed cunnilingus with w
itnesses present.
Air Condition- Riddle with bullets
ATF- Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
Broad- A female whose sole purpose is being used as a sexual object; similar to a one-night stand.
Cage- Non-biker’s car/truck.
Church- Club meeting.
Club Whore- Also known as a Mama. Sexual equivalent of a public well. Anyone can dip into her, at any time, as often as he wants. These are woman who belong to the club at large. They belong to every member and are expected to consent to the sexual desires of anyone at anytime. They perform menial tasks around the clubhouse, however do not attend club meetings.
Colors- Patches, logo, or uniform associated with a motorcycle club.
Fly Colors - To ride on a motorcycle wearing club’s kutte.
Gathering: A scheduled social event or meeting. This is not Church.
Grocery-getter- A biker’s car/truck.
Hang Around- a person that hangs around a motorcycle club and may be interested in joining.
Jacket- Arrest record
Kill-Light- A flashlight used as a weapon.
Kutte- A jacket which has had the sleeves cut off. All club patches are sown onto kuttes, which are worn as the outer-most layer of clothing. Most, if not all, outlaw clubs have kuttes as their basic uniform.
Mother- Founding/original chapter of the club.
Nomad- 1) "Nomad" on a bottom rocker patch means that motorcycle club member travels between geographical chapters. Kind of like working in a secretarial pool, a Nomad goes where he's needed. 2)"Nomad" on a top rocker patch or car plaque means "Nomad" is the name of that club.
Ol’ Lady- Wife or long-time girlfriend of club member. She is considered property of the member and is off-limits to other club members.
Property Of- displayed on a shirt, patch or tattoo to show who the woman “belongs to.” Example: Monica wore a “Property of Torch” vest in Renegade. That meant that she associated herself with Torch and would do anything he needed/wanted.
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STRUCTURE WITHIN CLUB
National President- Many times the founder of the club. He will usually be located at or near the national headquarters. He will be surrounded by bodyguards and organizational enforcers.
Territorial or Regional Representatives- In some cases called the National Vice President in charge of a specific region or state.
National Secretary / Treasurer- He is responsible for the club's money and collecting dues from local chapters. He also records any by-law changes and records any minutes.
National Enforcer- This person answers directly to the National President. He acts as a body guard and gives out punishment for club violations. He has also been known to locate former members and retrieve colors or remove the club's tattoo from them.
Chapter President- This person has either claimed the position or has been voted in. He has final authority over all chapter business and members.
Chapter Vice President- This person is second in command. He presides over club affairs in the absence of the president. Normally, he is hand picked by the Chapter President.
Chapter Secretary / Treasurer- This is usually the member with the best writing skills and probably the most education. He will maintain the chapter roster and maintain a crude accounting system. He is also responsible for collecting dues, keeping minutes and paying for any bills the chapter accumulates.
Chapter Sergeant (SGT) at Arms- This person is in charge of maintaining order at club meetings. Because of the violent nature of outlaw gangs this person is normally the strongest member physically and is loyal to the Chapter President. He may administer beatings to fellow members for violations of club rules. He is the club enforcer.
Road Captain- This person fulfills the role of a logistician and security chief for club sponsored runs or outings. The Road Captain maps out routes to be taken during runs, arranges the refueling, food and maintenance stops. He will carry the club's money and use it for bail if necessary.
Members- The rank and file, fully accepted and dues paying members of the gang. They are the individuals who carry out the President's orders and have sworn to live by the club's by-laws.
Prospect- These are the club's hopefuls who spend from one month to one year in a probationary status. They must prove during that time if they are worthy of becoming members. Some clubs have the prospect commit a felony with fellow members observing in an effort to weed out the weak and stop infiltration by law enforcement. Must be nominated by a regular member and receive a unanimous vote for acceptance. They are known to carry weapons for other club members and stand guard at club functions. The prospect wears no colors and has no voting rights.
Associates or Honorary Members- An individual who has proven his value or usefulness to the gang. These individuals may be professional people who have in some manner helped the club. Some of the more noted are attorneys, bail bondsmen, and auto wrecking yard owners. These people are allowed to party with the gang, either in town or on their runs; however, they do not have a voting status or wear colors.
Author’s Note
Please be aware that Protector is not recommended for readers under the age of eighteen, as it contains strong language, sexual situations, drug use, and graphic violence.
If you, or someone you care about has been a victim of sexual assault, RAINN is available to provide confidential support.
RAINN Hotline: 1 (800) 656-4673
Protector
prə-ˈtek-tər/
noun
One who covers or shields someone or something from exposure, injury, damage, or destruction.
See also: guardian; defender.
Prologue
Grey: 2000
“No, no.” I held my hand up. “No more tequila.”
Slim grinned and took a swig from the bottle. “You turnin’ into a lightweight now? C’mon, Grey, it’s your last night as Pres. Drink up.”
I looked down at my wrist, trying to decide which of the three watches I was seeing was the real one. I closed my left eye and brought my arm up toward my face. “Night? Fuck, it’s just past six, Slim. I’d say it’s time to shut this shit down and get some sleep.”
We’d been so deep in drinking and reminiscing about the early days that I’d lost track of time; along with any hope of getting home by dinner.
Bear stumbled over and collapsed onto the barstool next to mine. “Shit.” He pinched the bridge of his nose and cursed again.
“Yes, Bear? Somethin’ you need to share with the class?” Slim asked with a smirk.
“Fuckin’ prospect just called me Pres—”
“As opposed to… what? Dickhead?”
“Fuck you, Slim,” Bear snapped. “It took me by surprise; I actually looked around for Grey when he said it. Never thought I’d live to see the day that I wasn’t ridin’ by his side, you know?”
I blinked slowly and lifted my head. “You know I ain’t dead, right? I’m right here, and as far as I’m concerned, I’m the motherfuckin’ boss for…” I squinted down at my watch again. “Six more hours.”
He sighed and rested his arm against the bar top. “Thank fuck for that. I’m gonna need to sober up before I’m expected to make decisions and shit.”
“Bein’ sober ain’t gonna make a damn bit of difference,” I grumbled. “You’ll still second guess every call you make; wondering if it was the right one.”
“You’re really goin’ all out to sell me on this, aren’t ya? Fuck, Grey, at least give me some positives to work with here.”
I looked up at him. “What do you want me to say? That your life is goin’ to be filled with sunshine and every mornin’ when you wake up, you’ll shit rainbows? That ain’t this life, and you know it. It pays better than anything else out there, but this?”
I gestured around the New Mexico chapter’s clubhouse. “This don’t come for free. You gotta fight for it… every fuckin’ day.”
“Jesus,” Slim noted from acro
ss the bar. “Is that the motivational speech Wolverine gave you when he stepped down?”
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