Chapter 5. The Apprentice

Anna Marie

Damn that pompous ass! Awww, thinking of Mr. Hottie.

Yes, she was. Not because she was attracted to him. Are you sure, girlie?

Why the hell does her conscience mock her? She should be on her side.

And why the hell did she dress extra sexy today? Pft. Her outfit was perfectly fine, not that provocative at all. Her white skinny jeans and white tube top were perfect on a Saturday. It was the end of summer, so it was humid. Season’s heat giving way to the breeze of autumn.

“You going out like that, Rie?” Michael asked with raised brows. They were at the breakfast nook, enjoying the feast she prepared for them.

As promised, after cozying with the puppy pile on her bed, she got up early and cooked for everyone. Even fed her energetic nephews and niece.

“Leave the girl alone, baby.” Alexie enticed him with a smile, and he easily got distracted. Xander’s another matter.

“Add more warriors on her security detail, beta.” He said it so