by Wilder, L.
“Yeah. Why?”
“I was thinking I’d bring the truck in for a tune up. It was riding a little rough today.”
“Bring it on in. I’ll take care of it.”
“Thanks, brother.” He stood up and took his beer off the counter. “I’ll see you in the morning.”
When she realized he was leaving, Sadie looked up at him with a pout. “You’re leaving?”
“It’s been a long day, doll.”
Her lips curled into a seductive smile as she purred, “I could help you end it on a good note.”
I could see the wheels turning in his head as he considered her offer, and seconds later he responded, “Let’s see what you’ve got.”
With that, she followed him down the hall. “That chick’s never gonna learn,” Riggs said while he shook his head.
“Nope.” It was gonna take one hell of a woman to make him want more than a quick lay. After I finished off my beer, I stood up and said, “I better get to the house. If I know Kevin, he’s up waiting for me.”
“I’m sure he is.” Riggs chuckled. “Tell him I said hello.”
“Will do.”
As I headed for the door, Riggs called out, “I’ll see you at the garage in the morning.”
The sun had gone down hours ago when I walked out to the parking lot and hopped on my Harley. As soon as I turned the key and the engine roared to life, the sound alone made the tension of the day start to subside. It was just me, my bike, and the road winding out before me in the night air as I pulled out onto the highway. Memphis was always a beautiful city, especially after dark when she was all lit up. I loved passing by the Arkansas Bridge and the Pyramid. As I pushed the throttle forward, it was as if I was the only man on earth; with the wind whipping around me, I couldn’t think of any better therapy. By the time I made it home, my mind was cleared, and I was ready to say goodnight to my son and call it a day.