Love & Betrayal: A Dark Enemies-to- Lovers Standalone Romance by J.A. Owenby

Author:J.A. Owenby [Owenby, J.A.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2023-01-24T18:30:00+00:00

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Zayne

Leaning against the kitchen counter, I studied Giselle as she curled up on the couch. Pierce and Sutton were on their way over, and Vaughn and Claire were headed home. The small pieces of information I’d provided kicked all of them into high gear.

I needed a few minutes to myself before everyone arrived, though. Not only did I want to clear my head, but I had to tuck away my feelings for Giselle. My best friends knew me well, and one heartfelt glance her way would ruin our secret. I had to focus on Giselle and Ashley, not arguing with Pierce over how I felt. He would pull me off the case faster than I could blink, but no one would protect her the way I could.

Conversations with Vaughn when he was falling in love with Claire whispered in the corners of my mind. They’d been able to hide their relationship from Pierce and Sutton because the bosses had been out of town. Once Claire slipped up, Sutton had pounced like a lion on its unaware prey.

The front door opened after an obligatory push on the doorbell, breaking through my thoughts. I composed myself and walked to the entrance. I hoped Giselle was ready to share what we needed. If not, our hands would be tied.

“Hey,” I said to Pierce and Sutton.

“How ya doing, man?” Pierce asked. “Sounds like a lot is happening with Donovan and Giselle.”

“I have a suspicion I haven’t even touched the tip of the iceberg,” I replied. But you touched her. Kissed her. My cock stirred, and I quickly ignored the thought of my mouth on hers.

“Pierce and me too.” Sutton slipped off her sandals and left them near the entrance. She gathered her hair and pulled it into a ponytail, using the black hair tie on her wrist. Her pink Westbrook Security polo shirt was gently stretched over her pregnant belly and the waist of her jean shorts. No matter what Sutton wore, though, she always looked classy. Just like Giselle.

“Hi,” Giselle said, approaching us.

“Hey, it’s good to see you again. I wish it was under better circumstances, though.” Sutton gave her a brief hug. “Giselle, you remember my husband and the owner of Westbrook Security Company, Pierce Westbrook?”

“I do.” Giselle offered him a warm but tentative smile. “Thank you for meeting me. Zayne says that you guys can help me and my sister.”

“As long as you can provide us with enough information, I believe so. Before we even get started, are you ready for that? We’re going to dig pretty deep into your personal life. It won’t be easy.” Pierce’s brown eyes filled with concern.

The color drained from Giselle’s face, and I fought the urge to slide my arm around her. “Yeah. I don’t have a choice. Donovan is threatening Ashley, and she can’t be a part of my world.”

“Why don’t we go sit down and chat while we’re waiting for Claire and Vaughn?” Sutton asked as she led Giselle back to the living room.

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