To my surprise what he said was true. The money I’d profit from doing very little is substantial to the point that turning it down would make me the biggest idiot on the planet. Outside of a few things that are not to major to adjust to, everything is in Landen and I’s favor. Though a deal this sweet has my ears twitching. What’s the catch?
“This all looks amazing especially on our end, and to be honest it all sounds too good to be true. What’s in this for you Mr. O’Shea? From reading this it doesn’t sound like you get much out of this for now.” The Mob King cocked his head to the side and sat back. He looked at us as if we were children who needed a stern talking too.
“Aye, I dinna get much fer now, but that’s the point. It’s not fer me. It’s fer me son, Carter. When yu both meet him, yu will all see he is way tu intelligent fer his age. I want yu all, who’ve built empires of your own tu train him in every field of yer expertise. In turn when he’s ready tu boss up an build his own, as stated in the contract, he’ll not be an adversary and completely wipe what you’ve build off the map. He’ll be an ally. Carter is the next generation and he’s going tu take the Irish Mafia tu places it’s never been. Yu want get on this while I’m being nice about it.”
I look over the at the four men I couldn’t stand but respect based on their longevity in their perspective fields, and their continuously growing businesses. Each having had nothing to do with the Mafia before and all considered law-abiding citizens to my knowledge. If they can do it, so can Landen and me. They really aren’t asking for much so why not?
We asked what we needed to ask, hashed out details and signed on the dotted line. These ruthless men seemed as if they wouldn’t accept no for an answer anyways. If I had attempted to get out of this deal, I have a sneaking suspicion that they would have made my life a living hell. The rest of the conversation went smooth aside from Adam and Landen taking shots at each other every other moment. By the time the meeting was over Landen and I walk out of this meeting alive and richer. Can’t ask for more when dealing with these types of men.
As they were walking out Conner opened the door and I had to pause getting up when I saw a big ass bodyguard standing at the door. His brother Cain saw my face and patted my shoulder.
“Dinna worry about Ackman, he’s our Underboss but also me brother’s bodyguard.” Nodding I see Conner whisper something to the Underboss who then nods and head off. When I step out into the lobby my eyes go wide at the amount of manpower standing guard. Thank God I had my office moved to the CEO suite, or else this would have caused quite the commotion.
“Oh yeah, before I go yer cordially, not from me but me wife, invited tu spend this Christmas wit’ me family. Me Beauty wants tu have a little Christmas get together so yeah… make sure yu RSVP when she sends out the invitations. I dinna want tu see disappointment on her face at having people decline her kind and generous offer.”
“Over my dead body, I’m spending my first Christmas with my An-” For a second I forget who I was talking to and froze.
“Why would yu volunteer tu be taken somewhere all men fear? Dinna make me think yer na so smart after all. If me Beauty’s generosity isn’t reciprocated yu may find yerself in a body bag.” Shit, I fucked up.
“No, you misunderstood. I meant when should we be there? Angel is always looking to meet new people. Plus, I hear your wife is lovely.” He smiled creepily and nodded.
“Me wife will send the invitations out and that’ll tell yu when and fer how long. As fer transportation dinna worry about that. I’ll be having some of me private jets sent. Yu all should consider it a free vacation and use it as yu see fit. Me Beauty wants everyone tu enjoy themselves so if there is anything yu all feel yu want or need dinna hesitate tu inform her.” They were about tu get in the elevator, but Conner paused again and turned tu me and something akin to fear hit me hard. “If ye compliment me Beauty again I really will kill yu.”
Crazy bastard. When the doors close and they are out of sight I go back into my office and groan, seeing how much my office is in disarray. I guess there’s no getting home fast to my Babylove now. I knew I should have stayed home. Inside, Landen is fixing up things, until he sees me and stops.
“Do you think that was smart?” I shrug and go over to help him clean up. Over course those fucker’s wouldn’t stay and help me clean up the mess we made.
“Do you think they would have taken no for an answer?” He shook his head no and sighed.
“Those brothers really do give me the creeps. Especially the boss. Something about him just doesn’t sit well with me. Everything in me cautions me from being near him. Do you mind if I don’t attend this Christmas gathering? I don’t think I can take being chummy with them.” I can’t say I didn’t understand, so I only nod yes.
“I think as long as Angel and I are there, and as long as you don’t get an invite, there shouldn’t be a problem.” By the time we are done we were both grumbling, because more than half of the workday was over with. I can’t believe I been a whole six hours without her. So as not to have anything distract me from getting home to my woman, I quickly grab my things and take the stairs to the back entrance. When I get to my car, I see Landen is right on my tail.
“Channing wait, we never got to finish talking about Nia.” I look at the time on my watch and curse inwardly knowing I have to kiss getting home early goodbye.
“You’re right, come on let’s go grab a drink and talk about it.” The grateful smile that lit his face told me I did the right thing.
“Thanks Channing, I know you want to get home, so I appreciate the sacrifice you’re making for me.”
“Don’t worry about it. What are brothers for?” He only nodded, got in his car and followed me to the bar. Sacrifices like these are worth it. I’ll help my brother get his girl just like he helped me.
Office Exposure
Angel
“Angel I brought you your favorite Matcha Green Tea Latte.” Seriously how has Channing gone from the boss from hell to the perfect man? I walk from the closet immediately noticing his face fall and go red. “Thank you! You’re always so good to me.” I take a sip humming at its goodness and go back to the closet to get dressed for work and to pack for my trip, but this time Channing’s on my tail. “May I help you Channing?”
“Yes. Thank you for asking. Uhmm, I’d like for you to remove what you have on and find something else to wear to work.” I turn to him with a raised brow in question. Oh, I see this much hasn’t changed huh? He still hates my choice of clothing.
“And pray tell why exactly I must do that?” His greedy eyes scan my body and I quickly see now why my attire has been such an issue with him. I can see the wheels turning in his perverted head.
“How do you expect me to concentrate at work while you look this edible? It was a struggle before we were together. Looking this good isn’t good for my heart.” He licked his lips and I could feel my pussy muscles tighten.
“I’m sure you’ll be fine Channing; besides I won’t even be at work for the full day. So no sir get any of those nasty thoughts out of your head, because I will not be changing.” I turn back to my jewelry drawer and grab a watch, choosing a modest one because the jewelry he bought me is just way out of my comfort zone to wear. Who needs this much jewelry anyways? When I feel him come up on me from behind and try to slide my romper down, I swat him on the arm and move away.