“Sixty-forty split? Why so much? I mean we’ve all been to the Manhattan at least once before, we know you have the space down in your basement for this without much renovation, maybe knocking down a few walls but that’s it?” Jackson asked.
“Well, we are obviously going to have to sound proof that entire area, plus all the renovations we are trying to do on the inside, it’ll make it cheaper for you without having to pay a lease or buy a building.” She retorted, not used to be questioned.
“And these new blue-prints, these aren’t what we sent to Erin. What is this over here?” He asked pointing at the only addition she hadn’t addressed.
“My brother and I did the changes to the blue-prints, that there is a grill station, so they can order food, fresh if they want, That was Sam’s idea, I thought it was a good one.” She returned.
“And the VIP seating, the paid dancers, who came up with that?” Jackson asked.
“I did.” She answered bluntly.
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That question made Riley think back to the last time she was intimate with someone. Gerard was the pick of her family and for a while he did make her happy and she genuinely did believe that she loved him. They were kissing passionately on the bed in his fraternity house.He started running his hands down her sides and then down her skirt until he started to pull it up. “Gerard I’m not sure I’m ready.”“Come on baby, it won’t hurt.” He said, kissing her neck. “ Just let me try it.” He pulled his pants down just enough and took her panties off leaving her skirt on. “I guess we...” before she could even finish her half approval he was pushing into her.She felt pain, and he wasn’t even trying to be gentle. “No, Gerard I want to stop.” She said as a tear ran down her cheek.“Just give it a second baby.”
She nodded, her fingers tracing her lips. She missed the feel of his lips against hers already. She got into the car and they drove away.“Miss James?” Ronnie questioned.“I know Ronnie, but you have no idea how he makes me feel.” She answered.“I literally held you while you cried over Gerard, I want to know that you are alright.” His voice was stern, almost father like.“Ronnie, it wasn’t like that this time, I would have shouted like I did last time.” She returned.“Miss James, I am making sure you are alright, I know what you went through last time.” Ronnie retorted.“It wasn’t the same, he kept asking me if I wanted him stop, instead of begging me to continue, he was gentle, he was more worried about how I felt.” Riley snapped. She knew that Ronnie was just looking out for her but she had all the red flags in her head now, she didn’t need him makin
Jackson grabbed his bags and headed to The Manhattan. He had barely gotten to his room when her text came through, making him smile. ‘I can’t stop thinking about you either’‘I can’t wait to see you, as long as you don’t stand me up.’He waited for a reply for a while as he unpacked his bags into the nice dresser that they had there, looking around the room he realized just how nice it was, even though it wasn’t a suite it was still pretty large, tons of room and everything was in great condition.He hopped in a quick shower, and by the time he was done his phone was ringing. “What dad?” He asked impatiently.“The hotel, Jax, did you check in?” Jerrod asked blunt and straight forward.“Yes dad, I just got out of the shower. The hotel room is very nice, it’s going to be a good investment.” He answered. “Now I have a date to get ready for.”&l
He shook his head. “Your dad is protective.” He stated. “Dad and Mom.” She replied honestly. The rest of the ride was quiet, and so was the restaurant until the waitress took their orders. “You know, I was expecting you to cancel on me.” He broke the silence. “I had to beg you to come in the first place.” She smirked. “I was thinking about it, but I agreed.” She started. “Why are you so persistent, you already got what you wanted?” “You are the most beautiful woman I have ever seen, and even though we already had sex, I don’t feel like that was all I wanted.” He returned. Her cheeks flared red and her heart started thundering so loud she thought he could hear it. “Jax, if I would have known..” “It never would have happened. I know, but aren’t you glad it did? Don’t you feel like there is something between us?” “Jackson my parents already have my husband picked out for me.” She blurted out, caught off guard by her own statement.
Riley woke up to her phone ringing on the bedside table. Rubbing the sleep out of her eyes, she answered it, rushing into her living room area, quietly closing the door so she didn’t wake Jackson.“Hi mom.” She answered.“Ry, Baby.” She instantly felt disgusted at the voice on the other line.“Gerard, what are you doing with my mother’s phone?” She questioned, irritation ringing in her voice.“Well we were just here, discussing terms of our contracts and whatnot, but don’t worry babe, we’ve renewed them, even with the silly idea of your nightclub.” His voice alone aggravated her to no end.“Gerard why are you calling me?” She demanded.“Well, babe, you changed your number, so I took the opportunity when your mother left her phone unattended in her office. Anyways, I hear you are coming back to Manhattan soon, we should get together and start talki
“Sorry I’m late.” She said as she hugged her brother first then Mandy after. “How was the flight?”“It was long, Sis, why are you so dressed up for brunch?” Sam returned.Jackson raised an eyebrow, looking over her thoroughly. She was wearing a white patterned sundress that tied behind her neck. The dress came down to mid-thigh. Her hair was pulled into a short French-braid that came to one side accented with a white flower. She had a pair of white flower earrings in that matched the flower in her hair and on her sandals. She had a light touch of makeup on. She was definitely gorgeous, even more so as she blushed at her brother’s comment.“So I take it you two met Jackson already.” She changed the subject.“Well, Yeah, Ry, what were we supposed to just leave him there looking around for you?” Sam smiled.“Ry, huh? That’s cute.” Jackson said, smiling when her b
Jackson wasn’t really all that surprised when he saw Ronnie waiting for him to come out. “Ronnie.” Jackson said as he continued to the elevator.“Jackson.” Ronnie started with his arms crossed over his chest. “What is it that you want with Miss James?” His question was blunt and straight to the point.“To be honest, I’m not sure, but I have no intention of hurting her.” Jackson answered bluntly.“Well then, in the spirit of honesty, I’m not afraid to kill for her.” Ronnie stated.Jackson turned to face the body guard. “Ronnie, do you believe in love at first sight?”“I believe that Miss James has been hurt to an extent that if I have to kill for her, I will not hesitate.”“Ronnie, I am not going to hurt her. Quite the opposite actually, I feel obliged to make her the happiest woman alive, and I’d be lucky if I can make her fall i
She pushed her hand against his arm, knowing if she didn’t that she wouldn’t be able to think straight. “Jackson.” She felt empty without his touch, but she needed to ask. “What are we doing?”“I’m just trying to make you mine, you’re the one that doesn’t want this.” He returned. “Let me make you come.”She released his arm and he went right back to rubbing on her. “I want you to crave me by the time you leave.” He whispered against her skin as he started to pump his finger in and out of her faster.“Jackson.” She practically screamed, feeling herself getting close. “Jackson, please.” She begged, knowing that she was ready to come undone. “Oh god.”Her moaning made him want it even more. “Riley.” He whispered, biting lightly on her earlobe. “I want you to come for me honey.” He was so ready to take her. His