Where We Belong novel (Ava and Blaze) Book 1 novel Chapter 63

Chapter 63

"Anything wet" I grinned not really caring what kind it was as long as it was wine. Resting my head on my hand I watched as she placed a beer mat and a wine glass in front of me. Producing a bottle of rosè she unscrewed the lid and filled up my glass. "So what brings you here then?" She asked putting the cap back on the bottle before placing it in the fridge.

"Peace and quiet" I replied taking a sip of my drink sighing as the coolness slipped down my throat. "I'm Ava" I said holding out my hand.

"Danielle" She replied giving my hand a gentle squeeze. "Are you here visiting?" She asked taking a seat on the side of the bar. "I'm here on business" I lied. I didn't know who this woman was and she didn't need to know I was connected to the MC.

"What about you?" I asked "do you own the bar?"

"I don't own it but I run it the owner is never in town he's always on the road on business and only ever checks in every couple of months to see how the place is going".

"Its a nice place how long-.."

"So this is what I'm paying you for? Chilling with the customers?" I was cut off mid sentence.

I knew that voice!

"Shut up Nate and I'm not chilling with the customers Ava here needed some cheering up and I was helping" She grinned sticking her tongue out at him.

Turning round I gave him a small smile "Hey" I whispered.

"Ava?" He gasped

"Wait you two know each other?" Danielle asked.

Sinking my teeth into my bottom lip I nodded my head not being able to take my eyes of his. I wish I didn't leave him hanging I should have called him.

"Well this is awkward" Danielle sang looking back and forth between Nate and I. Clearing his throat he tore his gaze away from mine and made his way behind the bar.

"Nate you can cover its time for my break" Before he even got the chance to reply she had disappeared through the back. Something told me it wasn't time for her break at all.

This really was awkward!

Watching him pour some bourbon into a glass he downed it his eyes locking with mine. Breaking his stare I stared playing with the beer mat that was once under my glass. What could I say to him that would make this situation any better?

"What brings you here Ava?" He asked breaking the silence.

"You don't want to know" I whispered keeping my focus on my half empty glass. Out of all the nights to run into Nate it had to be tonight.

"Try me" Was his reply.

"I'd rather not" I sighed pushing the glass away from me and getting to my feet. This wasn't the Nate I knew but I couldn't blame him for acting this way. Pulling out $20 from my pocket I lay it on the bar. "It was nice seeing you again Nate" I said giving him a small smile before turning around and making my way towards the exit.

"Ava hold up" He yelled my feet coming to a stop just as I reached the door. Turning to face him I gasp when he pulled me in for a hug holding me tight against him. "Sorry for acting like an ass" He muttered.

He was sorry? I should be the one apologising!

"I'm the one that should be apologising I should have called you Nate and I'm sorry I didn't". Pulling back slightly I moved my arms so I could grab a hold of his hands.

"You look like hell babe" He whispered taking his hand from mine and running his fingers down my left cheek. "Wanna get out of here? I'm staying at the Hilton and Shane's right outside".

He didn't have to ask me twice and I sure as hell didn't need anytime to think about it. I wanted to go with him because when I was with Nate I didn't have to worry about anything. I could be myself around him and not need to worry about a crazy girl wanting to knife me.

"That's the best offer I've had in a long time" I croaked giving him a small smile.

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"The penthouse suite really?" I grinned "money talks Nate". Shoving him lightly I moved further into the room.

"I always have this suite when I stay here. You want something to eat, drink?" He asked moving towards the kitchen.

"I could murder a coffee right now" I sighed following behind him my eyes taking in the beautiful room. I wonder how much it cost a night? Leaning against the island I watched him as he move around the kitchen. Ever since I met Nate being in his company felt right.

"So what's the real reason you out here?" He asked placing a steaming hot cup in front of me. Another thing I loved about him was I could tell the truth because he wouldn't  judge me.

"I didn't have a choice-." I started to say only for him to cut me off.

"You always have a choice Ava remember that. Let me guess this has something to do with my idiotic brother and the MC? If you ask me I'd say you need to get out of there before you get yourself killed and trust me I'd hate to see that happen. Tell me what is it that's holding you back from leaving and cutting all ties with them?"

He was on fire tonight!