Coyote (Hawks MC Next Generation #1) - Lila Rose Page 0,42

whatever she wanted from what she thought she saw between Channa and me.

Blowing out a slow breath through my nose, I nodded. On the way to the breakroom, Texas said, “Know what you’re gonna say, Coyote. See your interest and can’t say I blame you.”

I rubbed at the back of my neck. “Shit, brother, I don’t even wanna admit I’m interested in case I jinx things.”

He nodded, grinning. “Can understand that. She’s somethin’ special, brother.”

Smiling to myself, I couldn’t help but agree. “Yeah, she is. Gonna take time and see where it leads.”

“Will you have a hissy fit if I ask that if it don’t work out, let me know?”

“Texas,” I bit out.

He chuckled. “Take that as a yes.”

A few others were around when we entered the breakroom. I went straight for the boxes and grabbed a plate from the pile that Cowboy must have set out. I piled it with the three items, as did Texas.

Oh fuck, I thought after the first bite. I wasn’t just pulling anyone’s leg and bragging about how good Channa was, but that first mouthful of the party pie, then the sausage roll was like damn heaven. I’d never had one as good.

Glancing up, I caught Texas glaring at me as he bit out, “You lucky fucker.”

Laughing, I grinned like a fool because I did feel lucky.

I sat in my ute after work with the air conditioner blasting, since it was one of those rare hot days even when we were getting close to winter. The heat was a reason I wouldn’t leave my ride sitting out in it all day long. And while I waited for the cool to kick in, I thought about my plans for the night. It was just past seven. I could get back out of my car, go upstairs, and make something for dinner. Only that didn’t appeal to me. All I could think about was seeing Channa again. However, I knew she had early nights; I wasn’t sure what time she went to bed, but a quick visit would be okay. Hell, I was already in my car with the plan to see her; I might as well follow through.

By the time I pulled up out the front of her place, I knew this was where I’d wanted to be. Even my gut, which swirled like crazy, was thrilled at the thought of seeing her.

When I knocked on her door, I heard the dogs before anything. Then they quieted just before the door came open an inch.

“Cody,” she whispered, and the door came open more. “Are you okay?”

Jesus, she was pure sweetness. “Yeah, angel. Just popped by to tell you your treats were a hit at the shop.”

Her smile was radiant. She pulled the door all the way open and said, “That’s great.” She paused, unsure what to do or say next, and I suddenly felt awkward for coming, but then Channa added, “Um, did you want to come in?”

I nodded. “Sure.” When I stepped through the doorway, the cool air hit me. But what drew my attention more were the two dogs sitting on the floor waiting for attention. “Hey, Coco and Harley.” At their names, their tails wagged, and they slowly crept forward while Channa closed the door.

“I’ll just go get changed,” Channa said.

Looking up from patting the dogs, I took in her clothes. Fuck me. She wore tiny sleep shorts and a fitted tee. I could tell she didn’t have a bra on by the peaks of her nipples sticking out. Her curves were on full display and my hands ached to touch them.

Bloody hell, I’d been attracted to women through my life, but nothing like this.

“You’re good,” I said, even though my dick had started throbbing. I ignored it, wanting Channa to feel comfortable with me.

“I’m in my pyjamas,” she confessed softly, as if I hadn’t guessed.

“Babe, be yourself. Be comfortable.” And I’ll try not to be the lowest of all douches and check you out every chance I get, I added silently.

She rocked back and forth on her feet. “Thank you. I might just grab a cardigan.” She smiled and darted off down the hallway. Jesus, I hoped the cardigan was old, ratty, and large on her to cover her legs also because they were something to look at.

I heard her approach and straightened from the dogs once more. Thank fuck my prayers had been answered, and she was in a long, green, woolly cardigan. It had me hiding my smile that