Mykel (King's Descendants MC #3) - Bella Jewel Page 0,58

then pause once I’m done, wondering if he has access to see things from his phone. A lot of systems you can log in and see the cameras, even when you’re out and about.

If he does that, he’ll see that they’re off and might want to come back.

I exhale. I guess my distraction techniques are going to need to be very, very good.

I feel a little sick at that thought, but I have no other choice right now.

I close the panel when I’m done and step away from it just as Dax walks into the kitchen. I jerk a little, and he narrows his eyes. “Did I startle you?”

“I didn’t hear you coming,” I say. “Sorry, I’m a bit nervous. I never know who is going to walk in here, with the amount of people you have locked in that basement.”

He laughs, and it’s a laugh that sends shivers down my spine. He walks over and leans down, putting a kiss on my lips that has me wanting to scream and jerk away. “You should know my locks are unbreakable, angel. Nobody is getting out of here.”

God.

I swallow and then pull back, forcing a smile. “So, what are we baking for the girls?”

We get to work preparing some meals, and thankfully for me, Dax talks the entire time and I find myself distracted from what’s about to go down. I sneak a bathroom break mid-way through, and text Alarick that the system will be down overnight, and that we’re leaving for dinner soon and he’ll be able to come in.

He confirms he’s received the message.

God, I hope this goes to plan.

I really, really need this to go right.

There’s only so much more I can take.

“THIS IS INCREDIBLE,” I say, staring around the beautiful big hotel room that Dax has booked.

He’s gone above and beyond, picking the nicest room I’ve ever seen. It’s huge, with a big bed, a spa bath, and a patio that overlooks the city. It’s modern and sleek, and everything smells clean and fresh. It’s lovely, and if I was with anyone else, I could most certainly enjoy my time here.

“Only the best for you,” he murmurs, seemingly distracted as he closes the door behind us.

We just had a great meal at the new Italian restaurant, and while the company wasn’t great, I couldn’t fault the food. It was perfect and I have to admit I enjoyed every bite. Now we’re back here, though, the anxiety is building in my chest. This is where I have to distract him. This is where I have to keep him from getting concerned that someone is at his place. This is where I have to do the biggest part of my job to date.

“What do you say I run the spa bath for you, and you get yourself relaxed for the evening?” Dax asks me.

I glance at him, and he’s looking at me in a way that puts me on edge. I’m not sure what it is about his expression, but I feel a little uneasy. Maybe it’s just because I’m about to do something terrible, and it’s weighing on me. Still, I put on a smile and say, “Sure.”

He walks past me and into the bathroom to run a bath, and I quickly remove my phone and text Alarick with an update. He tells me they’re out there now and he’ll let me know when it’s safe to return.

My stomach twists with nerves, and while Dax is in the bathroom, I pull out my gun and stuff it into my purse along with my phone. I don’t need him seeing those things. I turn and walk into the bathroom, and the spa is filling with beautiful fluffy bubbles. Dax stands and hands me a robe, a towel and some soap, and tells me he has to make a call but will be back soon.

I feel a little concerned at that thought, and when he’s gone, I rub my arms and try to shake away the horrible feeling in the pit of my stomach. I don’t want to get in a spa with him, but at the same time, I know I have no other choice. I only pray he’s not checking the cameras while he’s out there.

I get undressed, tie my hair into a bun on the top of my head, and sink into the spa bath. It’s deep, and the bubbles cover me right up, which makes me feel a little better. When it’s full enough, I turn