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“That’s the deal. I have my own security, or we’re over.”
“Fine.” He sighed. “Anything else?”
She paused and I mouthed an answer in a hushed whisper. “Last strike. One more mess up and…” I made a cutting gesture at my neck with the blade of my hand.
She nodded and spoke. “I’m serious, Alessio. I want nothing but your very best behavior. One more attack or fight, and I’m done.”
“Thank you, amor. I won’t let you regret it.”
I cocked my head and mouthed, “Let you?”
Her pinched brows told me she didn’t like that wording either.
But Dias sounded relieved. Hopefully, he appreciated the second chance. “There’s a party tomorrow evening, and I was hoping you’d accompany me.”
She scrunched her nose. “Do I get to wear the dress?”
He chuckled. “It would be perfect. I can’t wait to see you in it.”
Cruz lifted his head and mouthed, “Where?”
“Where is this party?” She asked.
“It’s one of my new places. We just finished remodeling, and I want you to see it.”
“Okay. I’ll see you tomorrow then.”
“I’ll pick you up at eight.”
“Send me the address. Me and my security will see you there.” I wanted to kiss the smirk off her lips.
“Of course,” he replied smoothly.
Em hung up and dropped the phone next to where Cruz was lying on his side, watching her.
“You did good.” He offered a smile.
She chuckled, leaning back against me. “I give him a week.”
“That’s generous.” I kissed the top of her head.
Cruz went to the kitchen. “At least he’ll be too distracted with you and finding a way to neutralize Brazzi to see us coming. Should make things easy for us.”
“He’ll probably think it’s them,” she said against my shirt before stepping back.
“That’s a good point,” I agreed and kissed her cheek before going to the stove.
The chicken was done, and the sauce thickened while we dealt with Dias. “Can you let Derek and Marco know dinner’s ready?”
“Sure.” She went down the hall, and the security room door squeaked open.
I turned to Cruz. “This is the perfect time to attack. Maybe we should have the beta team move up their schedule.”
He nodded while pulling out plates. “Anything to get this over with sooner.”
I dished out the rice and covered it with the chicken and veggies as my brothers filed in with Em.
“So I’m going out with him tomorrow. Derek will have full access, including a room in his house,” she explained, then looked at him. “But you have to promise to remain professional. No remarks. No facial expressions. No getting mad at what you see or hear. When I’m there, I’m Millie.”
