Celebrity Dirt: A Fake Relationship Romantic Suspense Standalone by J.D. Hollyfield

Celebrity Dirt: A Fake Relationship Romantic Suspense Standalone by J.D. Hollyfield

Author:J.D. Hollyfield [Hollyfield, J.D.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: novel
Publisher: J.D. Hollyfield
Published: 2021-05-12T23:00:00+00:00


I can’t chop at my uncertainty quick enough. My nerves are sprouting so fast, their vines are twisting around my neck and cutting off my air supply. Vincent sits calmly next to me, tapping his fingers against his thigh. Each thump makes me jump in my seat.

“Addy—”

“So! Where we headed?” That came out way too eager. Calm down, Addy.

“To the best steakhouse in Chicago,” he replies, and my brows raise in surprise. Steak? It’s still practically breakfast. I say no more and lean back, watching the suburbs disappear as the busy city comes into view. The silence allows my mind to jump into overdrive, wondering what Vincent’s intentions are. There’s a battle brewing inside me. Do I listen to Logan’s warnings or follow this lead? I swallow back my nerves and inhale deeply. This could be a good thing. Gain information. Anything that could help save those girls.

His driver stops in front of a prestigious building off Michigan Avenue. I’m escorted out of the car, and Vincent presses his hand against my lower back as he walks us through the restaurant. It’s…empty.

“Is steak and eggs not a thing anymore?” I look around at the deserted tables.

“I pay very well for discretion when I come here.” We continue to walk toward the back of the restaurant to a secluded table. Vincent pulls out my chair, and I sit, then he takes the chair opposite me. A simple wave of his hand and waiters are on the move. Two glasses of champagne are placed on our table, along with warm bread and menus.

“And there is never a wrong time to eat steak. Order whatever you want.”

I pick up the menu and pretend to be intrigued—“A hundred dollars for fish!”

Vincent laughs. “It tastes like butter in your mouth. I recommend it.”

My eyes bounce back and forth at the insanely high prices. Who the heck can afford to eat at a place like this? Well, dummy, a notorious kingpin can.

“This notorious kingpin would like you to try the champagne. It’s quite delightful.”

Ugh! “Sorry, bad habit. I speak out loud sometimes—you don’t have to treat me to such an expensive meal. We could have just gotten breakfast sandwiches or something.”

He shakes his head and lifts his champagne glass, waiting for me to do the same. I oblige and pick mine up. “Cheers. To a wonderful relationship. I look forward to having you by my side.” Our glasses clink, and I pray he doesn’t catch on to the nervous lump in my throat. Hopefully, the bubbly will help wash it down.

My taste buds explode, and I moan. “Wow, that’s really good.”

“It’s an aged Dom Perignon Reserve straight from France. I’m glad you like it.”

I take another sip, trying to pass the time. It’s now or never, Addy. Get the dirt. “So—”

“Addy, I must ask, how long have you and Logan been together?”

Gah! Dang it. Also, great question! One we did not discuss. The first question, and I’m already going to blow it. I take another swig to buy myself some time.



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