Aegis 01 - First Exposure by Elisabeth Naughton

Author:Elisabeth Naughton [Naughton, Elisabeth]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 0101-01-01T00:00:00+00:00

Cade let Avery tug him through the throng of dancers toward the doorway at the back of the club. The archway opened to a hall that curved to the left. The music grew muffled, but the thump of the bass echoed throughout the small space.

“Where are you taking me?” He didn’t mind that she’d grabbed him—wanted her to grab other parts of him—but his senses went on high alert the instant they stepped into the dimly lit corridor.

“Ramon knew that guy in the restaurant. He was here when Melody was here. His last name’s Anderson. He’s from Florida, has a lot of money, and apparently is into some kinky stuff. He’s also a single, has a special deal worked out with the owner of the resort, and comes here at least once a month.”

He eyed the determined set of her chin—or what little of it he could see in the darkness. “You got all of that while I was on the phone? And who the hell is Ramon?”

“The bartender. And yes, I did.”

They turned another corner. The music from the club faded into the background. Sconces high on the walls illuminated very little, but Cade realized the walls were painted a deep red. “Ava, where are we going?”

“That guy came back this way. Several people did, actually. I think it leads to another club. I want to ask him a few questions.”

His stomach tightened, and he pulled her to a stop in front of a black door. “Hold on. Now, I think it’s cute you’re playing Nancy Drew and all, but—”

“Playing? I’m not playing anything. I came here to find Melody, or did you forget? I thought this was your job. I thought you said you were good at what you did. So far you haven’t come up with anything. I’ve come up with the only solid lead we have and—”

A man and woman holding hands rounded the corner. Avery’s mouth snapped closed and she stepped back, crossing her arms over her chest in the process. Drawing a deep breath, Cade moved back a step, allowing them to pass between. The man and woman both eyed them, said a quiet hello, then pushed open the door at the end of the hall. Low, rhythmic music drifted from the open door, followed by whispers and gasps and the distinct sound of moaning before the door snapped closed again.

Luckily, to anyone who passed, it looked like he and Avery were having an argument about whether or not they should go in that room. And while that was exactly what this was, it wasn’t for the reason most would assume.

Calmly, he stepped toward her and placed both hands on her arms. “Sorry. Bad choice of words. I haven’t forgotten anything. In fact, Ryder was running down a few leads that I passed on to him. That’s what that call was about. I don’t have anything definite yet, but let’s just say this guy you’re hot to follow isn’t our only lead. If I

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