Chapter 64: The Sleepover
We all arrive at the estate. We show them around, and then convene in the massive living room.
Randy gives us a nod, “I'd like to make rounds.”
Ryan stands and says, “I'll take you, man.”
Luther looks at Ryan. “I want to visit the security office.”
Ryan nods. “It's on the way, come on.”
I smile. “Thanks, Ryan.”
“Stop thanking me for doing my job, Maddie,” he replies. “Don't even apologize either.”
I roll my eyes. Zack growls. “Maddie, you know I'll break you of that habit.”
“Oh, you won't, but you'll have fun trying,” I taunt.
Jake looks at me and raises an eyebrow. “Sugar, do you even have a clue what you're getting yourself into?”
I wink. “Oh, I do, but he doesn't. There are plenty of things left that I can make my mark on.”
Reed laughs. “You'll ask for help at some point, Zack. This one has got your number.”
I smile sweetly, and Lynn laughs. Zack looks at her. “Does your majesty have an opinion?”
Levi chuckles. “When doesn't she?” Lynn smacks Levi's crotch. “Hey!”
“Keep that up, and that's the only action you'll see tonight,” Lynn threatens.
I laugh. “What you get for sassing Swan. You should know better by now, brother,” Drake says.
Beth giggles. “You all are so similar.”
Hunter nods. “They're family just not in the conventional sense.”
I look at my chosen family and smile. “Yeah, and you're the Playboy flirt that I'm gonna have to keep out of broom closets and away from bridesmaids at Lynn's wedding.”
“You're in my bridal party, Maddie,” Lynn replies.
“Then I'll bring my leash and crop.” Zack looks at me. I shrug. “My dominant delectable dearest, you're not the only one who has kinks.”
He chuckles. “You never cease to surprise me.”
I grin. “Good, because vanilla is boring.”
“I so agree,” Lynn responds.
“You know you can't run off now that we know Brian is here,” I say.
Lynn sighs. “I know.”
“Just making sure. We just saw each other after years apart. I'm not ready to lose you, especially to that monster,” I reply as I hug her.
“I feel the same.”
I smile and take my seat on Zack’s lap. I look at Lynn and Levi. “You both can stay in my room. I haven't needed it in weeks.”
Zack bites my earlobe. “You never slept in there to begin with, Maddie.”
I tug on his hair. “Well, I tried. The couch was comfy, and it came with a special pillow.” He chuckles and just shakes his head. “What? You liked being mystery foam.”
Max laughs. “Oh, that's a good one.” Soon we all join in.
Zack frowns. “Max, don't encourage her.”
“You likey and you know it,” I quip as I wiggle my ass.
Zack sucks in a breath. “It's a good thing that I love you.”
“It so is, or else you'd be missing out on all of this,” I reply as I make his hands trace my curves.
Jake grins. “See, Duchess of Debauchery is perfect for her.”
“It is because I get all men on their knees,” I tease. All of us girls laugh, but the guys all look at each other.
Lynn asks, “Are they doubting?”
I look at them. “Boys, you know we can take you in a fight to get you on your knees and seduce you to your knees too.”
Lynn laughs. “Look how red they're getting!”
“Because they just pictured it.”
Levi sighs. “My queen, just keep your clothes on until we are in the bedroom.”
“Aw, ruin my fun,” Lynn whines. We laugh. “Kiki and Tina are hitting it off,” she says.
“I hoped maybe Kiki could find out why Tina has gotten so reserved,” I reply. I am worried because anytime a situation changes, it is rarely for the better.
“You noticed it too, then,” Lynn responds. I nodded.
Drake lets out a breath. “I've tried, but she won't talk. I think she's in her head too much about decorum.”
“How snooty is everyone?” I ask.
“The galas are the only thing where you must show restraint and interviews,” he explained.
“That's not too bad.”
Levi nods. “It's not. We aren't nearly as formal as we used to be.”
Lynn adds, “Just don't curse and wear a gown. It's that simple.”
“Then what's her deal?” I inquire.
“Wish I knew,” Lynn sighs.
Hunter runs his hand through his hair. “I think she's worried men won't like her.”
“Why care? It's their loss if they don't,” I reply.
“And that's why we all like you and Lynn. You both couldn't care less, and it's a fucking hot trait,” Hunter says with a smirk.
I shake my head. “You just never stop, do you?”
Hunter grins. “Nope.”
“He did make a decent fake fiancée, though,” Lynn adds.
I laugh. “I still can't believe you guys did that!”
Lynn winks. “You should've tried it.”
I shrugged. “Yeah, maybe it would've kept me from dating Adam.”
“You know Bart would've volunteered,” she teases.
I shake my head. “That man, I swear! He's lucky I didn't tie him up in his office and lockup when he hid who these guys were from me.”
“He would've probably liked it,” she says. We laugh.
“How's Tony?” I ask.
“He's managing without me. He'll be at the wedding.”
I smile because I love teasing Tony almost as much as I enjoy teasing Zack and the guys. “Good, so I can tease him.”
Lynn giggles. “You make him so uncomfortable it's funny.”
I give her a playful nudge. “Be worse now that I'm blonde like you.”
“Oh, let's dress alike and really mess with him,” she suggests.
I rub my hands together. “Oh, it's on!”We all chit-chatted for a bit and then went to our rooms after we had a very late dinner.
We go into the suite with Lynn and Levi. “Wow, this is bigger than my apartment,” Lynn says.
Levi laughs. “It is, but no mirrored ceiling.”
Zack raises an eyebrow. “You don't say…”
Lynn smacks Zack on the shoulder and Levi on the back of his head. “It was a mosaic of a hurricane.
It was artistic.”
“And I bet that's all the purpose it served, too, huh?” I tease.
Lynn turns red. “Go fuck your boyfriend.”
“Oh, I think I'll do both. My sprayer misses me,” I quip.
Zack growls loudly. “Not a fucking chance!” He picks me up over his shoulder. “Say goodnight, Maddie.”
“Goodnight, Maddie,” I brat.
He smacks my ass. “For fucksake!”
I laugh and wave. “Night, guys.”
Lynn and Levi are laughing. “Night, cuz,” Levi says.
“Night, babe,” Lynn replies. She is smiling so big. I think she's as happy for me as I am for her. We’ve both found the men who make us feel at home. Zack hauls me into our room, laughing. I wonder what he has planned?