“Relax, baby,” Zach said at the shell of my ear.
I looked into his ice-blue depths, searching for comfort. I found it in the form of love staring back at me. He kissed me before he acknowledged Libby. “Hey, Lib. How’s it going?”
She smiled awkwardly. “Okay. Congratulations on getting your Snow back.”
“It’s the best damn thing ever.” He pulled me closer.
“I’m really happy for both of you.” Libby’s smile appeared genuine.
My stomach flipped. I couldn’t find my words, so I left it up to Zach.
“Thanks, Libby.”
“You both look so happy,” Tara added, like she was trying to break the awkwardness. I hadn’t talked to her very much, but I hoped to get to know her better.
I nodded, fidgeting with the hem of my coat. “We are, thanks.”
The mood was solemn in the bar. Understandable, after what everyone had been through. I probably would never know everything. All I cared about was that they got Casso.
“Ecstatic,” Zach kissed my cheek.
From across the room, I saw Misty watching my guy. I reached for a shot and drank it down, hoping it calmed my nerves. I coughed a little, eyes tearing up. Whiskey wasn’t my favorite.
Zach glanced at me, a look of concern. Then frowned when he saw Misty. “Ignore her,” he muttered.
“I’m trying.”
He rubbed my thigh. “We’ll leave soon.”
I didn’t want to pull him away from his family, but I wouldn’t talk him out of leaving. After he dealt with Casso, he'd told me he and I were going on a road trip. One that would end in Vegas, where we’d get hitched.
I honestly couldn’t wait.
Storm and Maddy entered the bar. His arm was in a sling, but overall, he appeared normal.
Zach had me stand so he could greet his Prez. “Shit, man.” They gave each other a brotherly hug. “You should’ve told me.”
“It’s not that bad.” Storm’s gaze met mine. “Snow, is this guy treating you good?”
“Hell yes, I am.” Zach tugged me into his arms. “Tell him, baby.”
“He’s treating me better than good. I’m sorry about all this.”
“Don’t be. It’s done.” Storm winked. “If he gives you any trouble, come see me. I’ll straighten him out.”
Wow. I was speechless. This wasn’t the same guy who I’d gone toe to toe with and who constantly glowered at me.
Hero got to his feet, kissed his girl, and went to a table where Lynx and some other guys were.
Storm seated Maddy in Hero’s chair, then kissed her and went to join the others.
“I’ll be back,” Zach told me, dropping a kiss on my lips. “I’ll just be right over there.” He jerked his chin to a table and mouthed, “I love you.”
I sat in his chair. “Love you too.”
For the remainder of the time, I observed everything quietly, feeling out of place. Missing Jill and wondering what the men were talking about. They were deep in conversation. Every one of them had their brow furrowed.
I wished I could hear what they were saying. I was confident it had to do with Casso.