He couldn’t wait to peel it off her later.
They’d spent most of the last twenty-four hours in bed in their suite—making love and making plans.
“You look happy.”
He turned to see Brynn. His cousin sipped on a glass of red wine.
“I am.”
She smiled. “You sound surprised.”
“I wasn’t happy a week ago. Funny how life can change in the blink of an eye.”
“I totally get that.” Her gaze found Vander, who was talking with Ryder and Siv. “Hold on and enjoy the ride, Cam.”
He nodded.
“Did you two work things out?” she asked.
“Saskia’s moving here.”
Brynn beamed. “That’s great news. Savannah will be elated to have her best friend close.” Brynn cocked her head. “What about her dancing?”
“She says she’s ready to retire. It’s hard on the body, and her knee’s been giving her trouble for a while.” He still wasn’t sure it was the right decision, but he’d seen no hesitation in her. “She thinks she might open a ballet school.”
“That’s awesome, Cam.”
He saw Saskia rise. He followed her gaze and saw Killian and Wolf had arrived. She went over and hugged her brother and his friend. As Wolf went to get a drink, Saskia and Killian moved to the railing. The city was a beautiful backdrop behind them.
Saskia talked and Cam saw Killian frown.
Yeah, Hawke probably wasn’t happy that his baby sister was moving to the other side of the country to move in with a guy.
“Better be careful.” Brynn patted Cam’s arm. “I’m pretty sure Killian could kill you, and we’d never find your body.”
Cam tapped her nose. “Thanks for the advice.”
She went to join the ladies. They were all currently taking turns holding baby Isabel. Ace was hovering, looking ready to snatch his daughter back, much to Maggie’s amusement.
Killian broke away, and headed toward Cam.
Cam sipped his beer, seeing Saskia shoot her brother’s back an exasperated look.
“Morgan.”
“Hawke. Remember my brothers are here, and one’s a cop. Pretty sure we can take you.”
“I doubt that.” Killian slid his hands into the pockets of his trousers. “No man is good enough for my sister.”
“Agreed.”
The former spy speared him with a look. “At least I know you’ll keep her safe. You proved that with the Mikhailov situation.”
Cam’s tense shoulders relaxed a little. “I’d give my life to protect her.”
Killian nodded. “Good.”
“I love her. I’ll never be good enough for her, but I’ll make sure she never wants for anything.”
There was a flare in Killian’s dark eyes, and the man nodded. “You make her unhappy, and I’ll make you regret it.” Then he looked past Cam, his brow creasing. “I think Saxon is trying to recruit Wolf.” He took a step away, then paused. “Thank you for taking care of her when I couldn’t.” He stalked off.
Okay, that was pretty close to a seal of approval. Cam sipped his beer again.
It was his mom who wandered over next, and slid her arm through his. She’d been busy chatting with Vander’s parents.
“Hey, Mom.” He kissed her cheek.
“All my babies in one place. Safe, happy, in love.”
He heard the watery tone and knew she was happy. He didn’t point out that her babies were all well over six feet tall and had served in the military.
“I really, really like your Saskia, Camden.”
“Me too. I love her.”
His mom sniffed. “I can see that. I couldn’t ask for a better woman for you. She loves you. It’s written all over her.”
He squeezed his mom’s arm. “I’m okay, Mom.”
She pressed her face to his shoulder. “I know. It makes me so happy. It was such a struggle for you, but watching you find your feet…I’m so proud of you, Camden. Your father would be, too.”
He felt his heart kick hard in his chest.
“And I’m sure Kris would be thrilled for you.” She stroked Cam’s arm. “He’d say you won the lottery in your beautiful ballerina.”
“Yeah, he would.” The punch of grief wasn’t quite so sharp. He’d always miss his friend, but he could remember the good times, too.
After the heart-to-heart with his mother, Cam grabbed some food off the tables inside. Mrs. Norcross had outdone herself as usual. The woman loved to cook.
Back on the terrace, he saw Saskia with Killian and Wolf. Wolf was on his cell phone and looking extremely unhappy. He snapped something and blew out a breath. He said something to Killian, then stalked off the deck.
Cam wandered over. “Everything all right with Wolf?”
“His little sister called,” Saskia said. “Her best friend is a successful CEO. She started Pintura.”
Cam raised a brow. Even he’d heard of the popular online design website.
“Apparently, the friend is having trouble,” Saskia continued.
“Trouble?”
“She’s getting threatening notes and emails,” Killian said. “It’s escalated to death threats, to the point where Wolf’s sister has asked him to help.”
“Right,” Cam said.
“Wolf’s pissed it took them so long to call him,” Killian said. “Apparently this friend is like a sister to him. A close family friend. We have to head back to New York tomorrow.” Killian pointed at Cam. “Take good care of my sister, Morgan, or I’ll be back before you want me to be.”
“Kill.” Saskia rolled her eyes.
He hugged her, and when she hugged him back, there were tears in her eyes.
“I’ll miss you,” she said.
“I’ll see you soon.” Killian ran a hand over her hair. “And keep tabs on you.”
That got him another eye roll. Then she slid under Cam’s arm. He loved how perfectly she fit there.
Killian held out a hand and Cam shook it.
“Aw, my two favorite men making friends,” Saskia said, with a grin.
Cam and Killian scowled at each other.
Saskia just laughed. It was Cam’s favorite sound. He planned to keep her doing it for the rest of their lives.
Chapter Twenty-One
A few days later
“How do I look?” Saskia turned.
“Gorgeous,” Gia said.
“Stunning,” Harlow pronounced.
Haven eyed Saskia’s dark blue tutu and pointe shoes. She sighed. “I want to be a ballerina when I grow up.”
Gia nodded. “I think Saxon would totally dig me in a tutu.” She gave a saucy wink. “Or enjoy taking me out of it.”
“Well, I’ll give you all free lessons at my school,” Saskia said. “Once it’s up and running.”
“You’re really planning to open a ballet school?” Siv asked.
Saskia nodded. “I’m going to start looking for spaces as soon as I can.”
“It’ll be amazing,” Savannah said. “And I’m going to do some artwork for it.”