CHAPTER NINE: THE FUTURE LOOKS ROSIE
Carly was frustrated. Despite three calls to Joshua, she had yet to get through. She didn't understand. Unless he was in a business meeting, he always took her calls. Instinct told her something was wrong.
Parker hadn't helped. When he'd told her he'd arranged for her to have a day off to talk about a couple of things going on at the club, it had set her mind racing. Something was up. But the upside was that this was her big opportunity to find out exactly what was going on. Once she had, she could return to Samuel Smith's.
And she was sure that her meeting would lead to one final fucking session with Parker. She was looking forward to that.
*
Holly wanted to say goodbye to Daniel. Not the easiest thing to do, as she needed to avoid contact with his redheaded girlfriend. She could not risk being recognised.
Despite the late finish the previous night before, they arranged to meet first thing. Holly had an early morning flight. The Rio All-American Bar and Grille was their usual venue.
"It's been quite a week," Daniel offered, staring into her dark brown eyes.
She nodded. "It's been all of that. What's the deal with you and Rosie?"
She smiled as she saw him blush. She really liked this young man. It was a shame things hadn't been different.
"I really like her, Holly. For the first time since Grace and I parted, I've started something that could turn into a relationship."
She reached out to take his hand. "It could have been us," she teased. "The prince and princess of the poker circuit."
He laughed, as if he did not quite know how to respond.
"I'm teasing," Holly softly said, playing with his fingers. "I don't want or need a relationship in my life. I've explained that."
Daniel bashfully nodded. It seemed he was almost relieved.
"The sex was good though," she added, her dark eyes twinkling.
"Incredible," he agreed. His eyes flicked down to her unfettered breasts.
"Still impressive?" the blonde teased. She raised her eyebrow as his eyes returned to hers.
He blushed again. Like a schoolboy who had been caught with his hand in the cookie jar.
"Your best weapon," he said at last. A slow smile spread across his lips.
"Weapons," she corrected. They smiled at one another for a few seconds. There was no need to speak, the look acknowledged a common bond.
"You're my best friend in poker," she emphasised.
"Absolutely," he agreed with a grin. "You too. So perhaps the prince and princess of the poker circuit is a good description for us."
They both laughed.
"Let me ask you something, Daniel..."
He smiled at her, wondering what else was on her mind.
"You want to fuck me before I leave?"
Daniel's eyes widened - in surprise. His mouth felt dry. His cock reared to attention.
A soft smile creased Holly's full lips. "Now we both know you want to..." she huskily breathed.
She was right. He did. But now he had Rosie. "Holly..."
"We will one day, you know!"
The surge of arousal was written all over Daniel's face. His eyes dropped to her tits again. His breath shortened.
"Put your tongue back in your mouth, I'm only teasing," she laughed. The blonde held up her hand to show him her watch. "I've got to make a move. Don't want to miss my flight."
"Big game?" he asked, anxious to change the subject.
She nodded, sweeping back a strand of blonde hair from her forehead.
"Where?"
She smiled again. "You want to get in on my territory?"
Daniel laughed, hoping his erection wasn't too obvious as they walked towards the reception area. "Holly, after the last few days, I don't want to see a pack of cards for a while. I admire your stamina."
She stopped at the door. The doorman had made sure her bags were in her waiting taxi. She handed over a healthy tip and turned back to him. "Well, you know me, Daniel. Wherever there's a hit to be made."
*
Parker had made sure Ming gave Carly the day off. This was their opportunity to get even with the bitch. When he thought how she had duped him, he could barely control his anger. But then, his plan to extract revenge would provide adequate compensation.
His only frustration was that Ming had lent the five thousand bucks to Julie. She had pulled out of the film as a result. Nor would she have anything to do with Parker. The dame said he'd lied to her by telling her that Ming planned to sack her. He'd virtually coerced her into sex with him.
He laughed it off. She had not needed much coercion. But he hadn't argued. If she stayed with Bobby, she would get herself into a similar position again. When she did, he'd be there to take advantage.
For now, his thoughts were focused on Carly. He gave a soft whistle when she arrived. Her low cut blouse left nothing to the imagination. Her figure hugging jeans appeared to have been sprayed on. If everything went according to plan, he'd be enjoying that body for a long time to come.
"Why are we meeting here?" she asked.
Looking around, she slid her arm around his neck. He could feel her jutting breasts against his chest as she pressed her lips to his mouth.
"This is where I shoot the films."
A look of alarm sprang to her face. "Parker, I've told you I'm not...."