Total pages in book: 108
Estimated words: 108768 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 544(@200wpm)___ 435(@250wpm)___ 363(@300wpm)
Estimated words: 108768 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 544(@200wpm)___ 435(@250wpm)___ 363(@300wpm)
“I bet you will.”
“But Banks won't take me to Dream Lake.”
“I will take you. I swear.”
“And I will need to go a few times. First, to get a lay of the land and then several other times to search.” T.T. let out a delirious giggle. “I'm so close. When I find it, we'll be rich, and you won't have to work so hard anymore!”
“Hold on, T.T.” I smiled. “Things will be different when I come to you. We have a new house and I have a new job.”
“Yeah?”
“We'll be living right in Paradise—”
“So, I'll have many times to search?”
“Yes. I guess that’s true too.” I laughed and checked my watch again. “Alright, my little detective. I have somewhere to be, but I will call you tonight so we can talk more about this. I love you, baby sis.”
“I love you too. Bye, Moni!”
“Goodbye, T.T.” With a click, the call ended, but her enthusiasm lingered, infusing the tent with energy.
Granted, that entire part of the phone call with Banks had been a lot from the whole possible family connection with Chanel to his demands for Rowe Street Mob, but I felt like I handled it all well.
Wow.
I put the phone on the bed and gazed down at the white dress I was wearing.
Now it's time to change for my date.
Chapter twenty-three
As The Date Unfolds
Monique
It took time, but I picked the perfect blue dress and slipped it on.
What does he have planned?
The dress had a high slit running up the side. Lei's eyes were usually fixated on my chest, so I chose this dress for its plunging neckline and revealing cleavage.
It also had a low back, adding to its alluring design.
Listen. . .we better have sex today.
I didn't know women could get blue balls, but I'd learned that it was absolutely possible.
Alright. Let's go.
I applied the finishing touches to my makeup and caught the breathtaking reflection in the mirror.
Girl, you always clean up well.
Next, I was outside the tent.
My four guys had been chatting and smoking cigarettes. Fast, they put the cigarettes out and hurried to my chair.
Soon, I was perched on that blue cushioned chair attached to gold poles.
I'm not sure I will ever get used to this part.
The sun beamed down from a clear sky. Its warmth was a pleasant welcome to the cool air.
The path up the mountain twisted and turned.
Many people passed us, glancing my way and whispering.
Once again, I felt like royalty which was an unusual sensation for me.
The men kept their grip on the gold poles and moved with practiced precision, their steps synchronized, their faces set in expressions of focused determination.
The chair swayed gently with their rhythm.
As we ascended higher, the air grew thinner, the sunlight sharper.
Peace washed over me.
The mountainside was alive with the sounds of nature—the distant call of birds, the rustle of leaves in the gentle breeze, the occasional scurry of small wildlife in the underbrush.
I closed my eyes, letting the melody of sounds envelop me.
The higher we climbed, the more connected I felt to this place.
Soon, I could tell we were reaching the top, I opened my eyes.
Far off, I spotted Lei talking to Chen and several other men by the helicopter.
His jet-black hair danced in the breeze.
He’d changed too.
A tailored, designer blue shirt hugged his toned body, accentuating every swoon-worthy feature. My heart fluttered as I took in his captivating form, unable to resist the allure of this handsome man.
Mmmhmm.
His pants—a deep shade of blue— perfectly matched his crisp shirt. The combination exuded an air of sophistication and rugged masculinity.
As he stood with this relaxed yet commanding posture, my heart fluttered at the sight.
We continued forward.
As if sensing me, Lei turned around.
His gaze locked with mine, and a spark of delight lit up his face, confirming that I had indeed chosen the right dress. His eyes roamed over me, lingering on the contours of the dress and where it hugged my curves.
He licked his lips.
Alright, Lei. You better back that look up with some dick.
I could not deny for one minute that there was an undeniable spark of desire between us, one that had been building since the moment we met.
It was a flame that couldn't be extinguished, only fueled with each passing moment.
The sunlight cast a golden glow upon his skin, highlighting the strong lines of his jaw and the intensity in his gaze.
He headed over.
Every step he took sent a ripple of lust coursing through my veins, igniting a fire within me that begged to be quenched.
In an instant, he reached us.
The men carrying me came to a halt a foot away from Lei, and I prepared myself to disembark from my lofty seat.
“I requested a sexy blue dress.” Lei extended his hand towards me. “So, you damn sure met the assignment.”
“Thank you, Mountain Master.” I placed my hand in his, relishing in the warmth and strength that radiated from him.