Heart Beats (Joker's Sin #3) - Davidson King Page 0,8

to come and sign it?” He looked at Shane.

“I’m not his secretary, and he doesn’t make house calls,” Shane snapped. I really had to talk to him about how he spoke to my fans.

“I see. So, not anything then.” Again, Charles showed no emotion.

“How about a shirt?” I grabbed one and began signing it, not waiting for his answer.

“I’ve been mulling over the idea for a road trip for my vacation time. I’d love to see you mixing at Joker’s Sin.” He was so monotone, I couldn’t tell if he was being sarcastic or not.

“Absolutely.” I handed him the shirt.

“Sounds like a plan. Have a good day, Ledger.” Another narrowed gaze at Shane and he was gone.

“That dude does not like you.”

Shane rolled his eyes. “That dude is weird. And I’m not saying like in an introverted way. I get that. But he was staring at us at the restaurant, and well, I think if he could blow me up with his mind, he would.”

I chuckled because it was true. “I didn’t see him at breakfast, but, Shane, you gotta understand, these fans? I’m nothing without them, and some are socially awkward. So maybe try and pretend you like some of them.”

He huffed but nodded. “Yeah, okay, sorry.”

It was pleasant with Shane here. We hadn’t really had any one-on-one time, and I found his presence to be relaxing. He didn’t fill silence with nonsensical babble, and he was nice to everyone, minus the Charles guy. By the time the signing was over, my hand felt like it was going to fall off.

“Do you have anything else to do?” Shane asked as we cleaned up.

“Nope. I have to go back to the hotel and get my bags, and then I’m ready to get home.”

He nodded. “You bringing everything to your place?”

“I am. I don’t have a lot left over, so it’s not too bad.”

It dawned on me at that moment that Shane didn’t have a way home. “You’re riding with me, right?”

He lifted his head and the understanding that he’d need a ride lit up his face. “Oh, shit, yeah, is that okay?”

“Absolutely.”

“That way I can help you carry this stuff up to your place if you’d like, and I can take an Uber home.” He sealed up one of the containers filled with some shirts.

“I can manage; I’ll just take you home.”

Shane scoffed. “Your hand is shaking from signing, and you look exhausted. Just let me help. I’m being nice.”

I smiled and realized I wanted to spend more time with him, so I gladly accepted his offer.

Shane was pushing the dolly with a couple of containers, and we were heading out when Trinity came over. “You leaving?”

“Yeah, I have to work tomorrow night, so I’d like to unwind.”

“Oh, poo.” She pouted. “I was hoping you’d leave in the morning with us. Maybe we’d have a farewell drink or…” She shrugged and slid her finger down my chest. I immediately looked at Shane, who was turning pink, and I’d have laughed at his adorable jealousy if I’d really wanted Trinity’s attention, but I didn’t. I just wanted his.

“Trin, I gotta go. Stop by Joker’s sometime. I’ll buy you that drink then.”

“Oh yes, and I’ll make it for you.” There was a bite in Shane’s tone, and I worried for Trinity’s life if he did in fact make her a drink.

“Yeah, okay. It was great seeing you, Ledger. Don’t be a stranger.” She pressed her lips to mine so quickly, I couldn’t stop her. When she pulled back, she winked and darted away.

“She’s lovely,” Shane said sarcastically.

“Curious, is there anyone you do like?” I followed behind him as he practically ran out the doors.

“Sure, like five people. A whole handful.” The Uber we’d ordered was there, and Shane moved the dolly over to the trunk.

“Am I one of those five by any chance?” I helped him put the containers in the trunk.

“I haven’t decided yet.” He slammed the trunk closed after the last container was in. “Perhaps.” He got into the car and I chuckled. Who knew he was so sassy?

We split up when we got to the hotel. I had my own car in the hotel garage, and the Uber driver was nice enough to take us to where I’d parked and help us get everything in there. With my suitcase, I did have more than I thought, so Shane helping me would end up being beneficial.

An hour later Shane met me down in the lobby, his suitcase in hand. He