Wolf (Devil's Fury MC 9)

by Harley Wylde

  “Where do you want this?” he asked.

  “Kitchen table is fine,” I said. “If you can come back in about thirty minutes, I wouldn’t mind some help getting the crib loaded into my truck.”

  He scratched the back of his head. “Um, okay.”

  “Glory and Sienna are moving in with me.”

  “This have anything to do with the incident at the clinic?” he asked.

  I narrowed my eyes, wishing he hadn’t said anything. I’d wanted to get Glory settled before I told her about the break-in. Thanks to his big mouth, I’d need to talk to her sooner rather than later. I’d hoped to keep her from worrying first thing this morning. “No. I’m claiming them.”

  He nodded and hesitated a moment. “If you want, I can grab the crib now, go ahead and load it while y’all eat. One less thing for you to do when you’re done.”

  I knew he was thinking about my leg, and while I hated to admit I had any weaknesses, the truth was that my leg caused me problems from time to time. I could carry the crib to the truck by myself, but I’d pay the price later.

  Glory smiled at him. “That would be really great. I still need to pack some stuff, and it would free up Wolf to watch over Sienna.”

  Leave it to my woman to make it sound like letting the Prospect load the crib was somehow a favor to her and not about me. I didn’t know how I’d lucked out to land a woman like Glory. I knew she was out of my league. The woman was fucking incredible.

  “On it,” Garrick said.

  I stood with Sienna in my arms and went into the kitchen with Glory. Even though Sienna had already eaten, Glory gave her some toys to play with in her high chair while we had our breakfast. Garrick loaded the crib and made himself scarce. There wasn’t a lot left to pack, even though Glory made it sound like she needed hours to get things together. I knew we’d have her over to my place, and the truck unloaded, long before lunch. I’d also hoped to have more information before I spoke to her about it. Right now, there wasn’t much I could say.

  “About the clinic… We need to have a talk. I’d planned to wait until we were at the house and you’d unpacked, but I don’t want you to sit here worrying about it. Someone broke into the clinic either late last night or early this morning. The place was trashed, but no one got hurt. We don’t know what they were looking for, but I think it’s related to the strange woman who came in last night.”

  Glory let out a sigh. “At least it happened while the place was empty. Did they take anything?”

  “I don’t know. Everyone’s left me out of it so I could have this time with my two girls. We can find out more once we have your stuff unloaded at the house. If there was something to worry about, someone would have told me by now.” At least, I hoped there wasn’t anything to worry about. Since I’d asked everyone to leave me alone, there was a chance the situation was worse than it seemed. I wouldn’t know until I either made some calls or dropped by the clinic. Either way, I wanted to hear it without Glory present. I’d keep her informed, if I thought she could be in danger, but that didn’t mean she needed to hear every detail.

  “All right.” She reached over and took my hand. “I’ll follow your lead, Max. I can’t promise I’ll always be the submissive little woman who asks how high when you say jump, but I’ll try not to disrespect you in front of your club.”

  I smiled and leaned over to kiss her. “Don’t want you all meek and submissive, Glory. I like your fire and determination. But if I give you an order, it’s for your own safety. Disobey and I promise I’ll spank your ass, and not in a fun, sexy way.”

  Her cheeks warmed and I knew I’d be finding out more of her likes and dislikes in the bedroom soon enough. The flush on her cheeks made me wonder if spanking might be something she liked or wanted to try at least once. I’d be willing to try most anything with her, as long as she didn’t want anyone else in the bed with us. I drew the line at sharing. I was a selfish bastard and Glory was all mine!

  Chapter Five

  Glory

  When Wolf had said the clinic had been broken into, I didn’t know what I’d pictured. Anything glass had been shattered. The door lock had been busted along with the frame. My desk lay on its side and papers were strewn everywhere.

  “It looked worse,” Steel muttered from where he stood with Wolf a few feet away.

  I had a hard time picturing how it could have been worse. If they’d already been cleaning up, what exactly had happened in here? Paint had hastily been rolled over part of the wall. I wondered what they were covering up, but now wasn’t the time to ask. For that matter, Wolf might decide I didn’t need to know. He seemed the sort to want to protect me.

  I stepped into the exam room and gasped. The padded table had been shredded. Deep grooves covered the walls, like someone had taken metal claws to them. Something sticky had splattered over the floors in different areas.

  “Don’t walk through there,” Steel said. “Guy jacked off all over the damn place.”

  My nose wrinkled and I backed up. Great. I’d already stepped in some. Now I’d have to burn my shoes because there was no way I’d ever get them clean enough.

  “We’re out of commission for a little bit,” Steel said. “Not only do we need to scrub the shit out of this place, but I want better security before we re-open. Those women shouldn’t have to be scared someone will come after them. At least, not while they’re here.”

  “What’s Demon said about all this?” Wolf asked.

  “He’s asked Outlaw to pull up the footage from any nearby cameras. I almost pity the bastard once Demon finds out who did all this. There won’t be anything left of them.” Steel folded his arms and stared at the utter chaos surrounding us. “Asshole deserves whatever he gets. I just hope he didn’t go after that woman.”

  “I understand why the clinic doesn’t have any visible cameras, but I’d thought the club would install discreet ones. I think if it meant the women who came here were safe, they’d understand. You think it’s someone looking for the rape victim we helped last night?” I asked.

  “From what Wolf said, the lady who came in acting all twitchy was talking to someone who seemed to be searching for someone. My money is on the rapist trying to find his victim, make sure she keeps quiet. Dipshit didn’t realize by coming here, she wasn’t ready to admit who’d hurt her. If she had been, she’d have gone to the damn hospital instead.” Steel shook his head. “I knew we’d run into trouble. I’d just hoped it wouldn’t happen right away.”

  The look he shared with Wolf made me think there was more to it. If it was something I needed to know, I had no doubt Wolf would tell me. Until then, I’d try to keep my curiosity in check.

  Wolf rubbed a hand across his jaw, eyeing me. I knew exactly what he was thinking, and he could just forget it.

  “No,” I said.

  He smirked. “Didn’t say anything, beautiful.”

  “You didn’t have to. I know that look already. You don’t like me being here now that trouble has come knocking, and you want to wrap me in cotton and tuck me away somewhere safe.”

  Steel snickered. “She’s got you on that one.”

  I rolled my eyes. “Like you’d be any different if it were Rachel working here instead of me.”

  Steel sobered. “You’re right. None of us like the idea of our women being in danger. And since Wolf just got you, he’s not ready to lose you. Give him some slack, Glory. The boy worked hard to earn your trust.”

  I blinked at Wolf being referred to as a boy when he was so much older than me. Then again, Steel looked to be in his fifties or sixties, so to him, Wolf probably was still a kid. My brow furrowed as I studied Steel.

  “Isn’t your wife younger than Wolf? If you think he’s a boy, what does that make Rachel?” I asked.

  Steel narrowed his eyes at me and stomped out of the room, muttering under his breath. Wolf came closer, slinging his arm around my shoulders.

  “You’ve done it now,” he said. “He can be touchy about the age differ
ence between him and Rachel.”

  I leaned against him. “Sorry. I just found it funny he called you a boy when his wife is younger than you. I couldn’t resist. I’ll apologize.”

  “Just leave it,” Wolf said. “He’ll get over it.”

  I looked around and winced at the destruction. So much hard work. Wrecked. Ruined. Much like the women who came here. We’d have to put in the time to resurrect this place. I’d healed from what happened the night Sienna was conceived, and this clinic -- as well as any women who came here -- could be healed as well. It just took patience and time.

  “There’s not much I can do here, is there?”

  Wolf shook his head. “Sorry, baby. We’ll get the Prospects in here to clean the place up. Until the security has been upgraded, we’ll have to keep it shut down. I hate that those women and girls won’t have anywhere like this to go, but we can’t risk putting them or you in danger.”

  “I know. It just sucks. Now what am I going to do?”

  He tipped my chin up. “I know you’re the independent sort, which I admire, but you aren’t in this alone. You don’t have to work yourself to the bone. You want to volunteer here? Fine. Focus on your degree and don’t worry about a paying job. I’ve got my girls covered, understood?”

  I knew he wasn’t trying to be bossy or keep me from working. The Wolf I’d come to know was kind and sweet. Of course, to be part of the Devil’s Fury, I was certain he had a darker side. One I hadn’t seen yet. But with me and Sienna, he’d been gentle and incredibly patient.

  “I’m not used to someone else paying for things I need. Even when I lived with my parents, I still worked for most of what I wanted or needed. They covered the basics, but everything else came out of my pocket.”

  “And it made you a strong woman. Little did they realize they’d prepared you for the time they turned their backs on you. I’m sorry you went through that, but, Glory, I meant what I said. You’re mine, and that means I get to take care of you. Whether it’s buying diapers, paying for groceries, or footing the bill for anything else the two of you need or want. I consider it an honor.”

  I kissed him, letting my lips linger on his a moment. “Thank you, Wolf.”

  “I’ve wanted a family of my own for a while now, Glory. I should be thanking you. Having you and Sienna in my life is the best thing that’s ever happened to me.”

  I hugged him tight. “We should probably get her.”

  He ran a hand down my back. “We will. Soon. First, I need to take you somewhere, and no arguments. Not now and not when we get there. Elena wouldn’t have offered to watch her if she couldn’t handle it.”

  “Fine. I know she’s watched her before, but that was a necessity while I went on my ride-alongs or searched for a job. This is different. But I reserve the right to call and check on her. Frequently.”

  He kissed my cheek. “You can call or text as much as you want. When you annoy the shit out of Elena and she refuses to share those enchiladas I know you love, you won’t have anyone to blame but yourself.”

  Damn. He wasn’t wrong about the enchiladas. I didn’t know what she put in them, but they were like crack. The one time she’d brought an entire dish over to me I’d inhaled them in one night. Then paid the price when I thought I might explode. It had been my welcome gift the first week I’d been here.

  “All right. I’ll only check in once.” No way I was going to ruin my chances of getting more enchiladas.

  Wolf herded me out to his truck. Even though I’d have loved to ride on the back of his bike, we’d dropped Sienna off with Elena and Outlaw so the truck had been necessary. Although, I now had to wonder if he’d also brought it for whatever errands we were about to run.

  As much as I hated surprises, getting to spend more time with Wolf wasn’t a bad thing. He made butterflies flap in my stomach. I’d always loved watching romantic comedies, even though I’d never experienced any of those things for myself. Until Wolf. With him, I felt… everything. I wanted him to kiss me and never stop. To touch me. I wanted to hold his hand just because I liked having that small contact with him.

  He parked at the mall and winked at me. “Ready to shop?”

  “Shop?” I asked. “For what?”

  “Everything.” He got out and came around to my side, helping me down from the truck. “Let me spoil the two of you a little.”

  When he put it like that, I couldn’t tell him no. I could tell it meant a lot to him. A flash of excitement lit his eyes when he took my hand and led me into the mall. It made me wonder if he’d gone shopping with Franny. Part of me wanted to ask, but I held back. What if I didn’t like the answer? He’d known her before I’d ever moved to Blackwood Falls. It wasn’t fair for me to feel jealous over the relationship they’d had. Clearly, she’d walked away and started a new life somewhere else. I couldn’t imagine letting a guy like Wolf slip through my fingers.

  “You’re going to need the right clothes for riding on my bike,” he said. “And boots, but we’ll get those somewhere else.”

  He took me to a shop filled with casual clothes. The other shoppers looked to be near my age. More than one eyed Wolf in curiosity. I selected a few pairs of jeans, thinking it would be enough. Wolf had other ideas. By the time we left, I had six new outfits. I’d thought it would be the end of shopping for me. I should have known better. Wolf was a man on a mission.

  “I don’t really do the dressing up thing,” Wolf said. “But there will be times you’ll want something nicer to wear. Parties for the family at the clubhouse. Anniversary dinners. Holidays.”

  I dug in my heels as he tried to drag me into what I knew was an expensive department store. I’d been inside it a few times, just to browse, and I hadn’t seen a single item under fifty dollars. He didn’t relent and kept tugging until I fell into step beside him.

  “Wolf, it’s too much,” I protested.

  “Not nearly enough.”

  I eyed the tags of the dresses we passed and blanched. Most were several hundred dollars. Why would I ever need clothes like these? I had a hard time picturing the old ladies I’d met dressing in anything like this.

  He took my hands and pulled me closer. “Look, Glory. I can more than afford this shopping trip today. I want you to have some nice things, and before you get all defensive, I’m not saying there’s anything wrong with what you have now. I just want to add to it. Get one dress from here, and a pair of shoes to match. We can get stuff somewhere else after that.”

  I had to admit the dresses were beautiful. I’d never owned anything so nice before, not even when I’d lived at home with my parents. They’d led a comfortable life, but we’d never had a reason to wear things like these dresses.

  “I’ve never seen a man so eager to open up his wallet,” I muttered.

  “Only with you.” He winked.

  “I didn’t agree to be yours just so you’d buy me things,” I said.

  He stopped mid-step, his gaze narrowing on me. “You think I don’t know that? Hell, I’ve been trying to sneak things to you from the first week you were here.”

  He’d been… “That was you?”

  His cheeks flushed a little and he nodded. “I didn’t think you’d accept them if I gave them to you outright, so I left them on the porch.”

  My heart melted a little more. I’d never realized it had been Wolf. He’d left so many things for Sienna, and even a few groceries from time to time. I’d been grateful to our guardian angel. Knowing it was Wolf somehow made it even more special.

  “All right. But don’t make a habit of this, Wolf. We don’t need anything but you.”

  He kissed me, holding me close. “Promise.”

  “I only feel one hand at my waist. Did you just cross your fingers?”

  “I’ll never tell.”

  I shook my head as he made me try on multiple dresses until I found something I liked. After he paid for the dress and a matching pair of shoes, he dragged me to another store. By the time he’d finished convincing me
we needed new wardrobes, new toys for Sienna, and things for the house, I felt like I might drop from exhaustion. I’d never been one to shop all day, and I wondered how people did it. No, how did they enjoy it? Because my feet hurt, my back ached, and I just wanted to go home.

  “Ready to pick up our daughter?” he asked as he pulled through the gates of the compound.

  “More than.” I couldn’t help but smile whenever he called Sienna his. She’d never had a daddy, and even if I’d known who her sperm donor was, I’d have never let him anywhere near her. Knowing she’d have Wolf to help guide her along and protect her made tears mist my eyes for a moment.

  We pulled up out front of Outlaw’s house and I laughed at the sight that greeted us. September in Georgia was still hot and muggy, but they’d spread a large blanket on the ground. Their toddler, Valeria, was trying to play with Sienna, even though my poor girl didn’t seem to know what was going on. Outlaw had stretched out on the blanket, his head propped on his hand, while Elena took pictures of the kids with her phone.

  “Wishing I’d thought of this,” Wolf said.

  “I think Sienna will enjoy it more when she’s a little older. Maybe in the spring we can have a picnic with her.”

  He flashed me a smile before getting out of the truck. I followed him over to the blanket and sank onto my knees beside Elena. I knew she was pregnant, but if she’d started to experience any morning sickness, or any other fun things, it didn’t show. She glowed with health and happiness.

  “I see the girls are having fun,” I said.

  “Valeria more than Sienna,” Elena said. “But I thought the fresh air might be good for them. And for us. Outlaw was getting cranky looking at his computer so I made him take a break.”

  Outlaw grinned up at her. “Real hardship there. Spend time with you or stare at the computer. Besides, I’d given the club everything I could for now.”

  She reached for his hand, massaging it between hers. “If they need anything else, send them to Wire. You know how your hands get when you overdo it. You don’t have to be Superman.”