CHAPTERSEVENTEEN
ARCHER
“How’ve things been going?”Annie asks when I call her during my lunch break.
“Great, no complaints.” Pretty sure I’ve never said that before in my life. Though if I’m being honest, things with Everleigh could always improve from friendship tomore.
“That makes me so happy! So now that you’re settled and getting used to civilian life, I’d like to take Everleigh up on that offer and come visit.”
I don’t think it’s a good idea for her to be here since we don’t know who’s being followed or by who. The last thing I want is for Annie to be caught in the crossfire because of me.
“What if I came to you instead?” I suggest. “I’ve been wanting to visit Wyoming since you moved.”
“Oh, Archer. I’d love that so much and so would Sadie. It’s been too long since I’ve hugged you.”
I smile, loving how excited she is. “I’m going to make it happen! Let me see if I can get some time off.”
“Yes, please come soon.”
“If I can, I will.” I promise. Looking at the clock, I realize I need to get ready for my afternoon lesson. My next client will arrive in five minutes.
I tell Annie I’ll call her later, and we say our goodbyes. Getting to spend some time with her and Sadie is something I want so badly.
On the way to the boxing room, I stop Tyler.
“Hey, man, I was thinking about planning a trip to go see my sister. Do you think that would be okay?” I ask. “Probably just be a weekend.”
“Yeah, of course. Just tell me when and I’ll rearrange your schedule. I’m happy you’re gonna make some time to see her. I imagine she misses you a lot.”
“She does, and I’m looking forward to seeing my niece too. Sadie basically grew up when I was away.”
His eyes soften. “I completely understand.”
“Thanks, man. I appreciate it.”
Tyler gives me a grin before he’s pulled away.
As I put on my gloves, Everleigh pops into my thoughts. It’s been almost two weeks since I kissed her, and I haven’t stopped thinking about how she poured herself into me. It was more than just a friendly kiss, and we both know it. It’s hard to forget how I feel when her ass is pressed against me under the blankets every single night, and she moans my name in her sleep.
While I tried to lock her out of my room, the reality is I can’t. I love having her sleep next to me. She’s become my comfort after a long workday.
Today is exhausting. Since the first, I’ve shown up earlier and stayed later. By the time I’m finished and clean up my area, it’s around seven, and the sun has already set. I walk outside and am completely surprised to see Everleigh waiting in her car for me.
“I could’ve walked,” I tell her when I climb inside.
She playfully rolls her eyes and zooms off. “You’re welcome.”
“I’m sorry,” I say with a laugh. “Thank you. I appreciate it.”
She winks. “It was too chilly outside. How was your day?”
“Busy,” I say. “Lots of clients.”
“Speaking of work—”
“Oh no, you have a look on your face,” I interrupt. I’m not able to contain my smile because I have a feeling I know what’s coming.
“Soooo, I ordered more clothing for the men’s line, and I’d absolutely love it if you could model for me again.”