Collin and I stayed with Killian for only a day before we went back to California. I didn’t want to stay longer, especially after getting a call early in the morning from someone I have not heard from in a long time.
At first, I thought that she needed my help, but she just wanted to warn me that a motorcycle club is asking about me. Now, I’ve helped and pissed off a lot of MCs but then she told me the name of
the club. What a small fucking world.
Indigo is someone who wouldn’t lie for no reason, so I believed what she told me. It was a few
months before I had gotten pregnant with Collin when I helped her out of a nasty situation, in
turn, she has been a great friend and since she works with the police, she gives me the
information I need.
I had no idea that I would cause any problems for Pyros‘ club, especially since I had never
associated with them before or even mentioned their name. The only way that someone could
have known that I was in California is if they were informed.
I assume that they are targeting Pyros‘ club because they think I am working with them. That’s the only reason I came up with that makes sense. Now, Pyros wants to find me and I am not sure
how that conversation will go or how he will react.
It was pretty late when the plane landed and Collin was asleep. It took half an hour to arrive at Harley’s house. When we got there, she was still awake and was reading. I put Collin to bed and tålked to her for an hour before jet lag finally got to me.
When I woke up the next morning, I decided that I should go by the club and speak to my father. Collin’s birthday was fast approaching and the reason we came here was so that he could meet his family. Harley agreed to watch over him while I go to the club.
I walked into the clubhouse, passing some men who were playing cards on the front porch. They nodded at me, smiling slightly. I guess they know I’m Wilder’s daughter.
I spotted my father, sitting in the living room with a younger man. I could not hear what they were saying but judging by their facial expressions, they seemed to be talking about something serious and I didn’t want to interrupt them.
I should have called instead of showing up like this, even if Pyros agreed to let me and Collin stay
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here. Just as I was about to turn around and leave, I felt someone behind me, so close I felt their body heat. I could feel their breath on my neck as they leaned down to my ear. Goosebumps raised along my arms and the hair at my nape stood alert.
“Wilder has been waiting impatiently for you to come back,” Pyros whispered. His lips barely touched my ear and I could feel my heart beat faster. I’m not sure whether if it was in anticipation or something else. He was careful not to actually touch me as he spoke. He lingered for a second, then he backed away and walked around me.
“Look who’s here,” He announced loudly, causing me to flinch slightly since I wasn’t expecting how loud he would speak. My father and his friend turned to look at us.
A large smile overtook my father’s face when he saw me, replacing the seriousness they previously held. He stood up, walked to me and opened his arms. I hesitated for a second before I hugged him. I felt him press a kiss on the crown of my forehead.
The man he was speaking to watched in interest for a minute before standing. Now that he’s facing me and I could make out his features, I can tell that this is Wilder’s son. He looks just like him and we have the same eye colour. Shit, his genes are strong as hell.
Wilder grinned, “Riley,” He started and gestured to the man beside him, “This is Rowan; your
brother.”
Rowan gave a half smile. “You have no idea how long my brother and I have waited to meet you.” He breathed out as if he couldn’t believe that I was standing in front of him. “We have always
wanted a sister.”
Oh yes, I now remember that Wilder mentioned that he had twin sons when we first met.
“I’ve always wanted siblings too,” I admitted, glancing at Wilder. His eyes glistened before he blinked them away.
What I said was true. I had wished that I had a sibling so much when I was younger but eventually, I was glad because I did not want them to go through the pain I did. It’s not fun being abandoned by a parent, having absolutely no family and having to wonder where to find the next meal.
I was lucky because I had friends who found me in time but nothing is guaranteed. This was one of the main reasons I decided to meet my father; so that Collin can have a family if anything happens
to me.
I felt a hand on my shoulder, bringing me out of my thoughts. “Are you okay?” Wilder asked in
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concern.
“I’m fine,” I responded, smiling reassuringly, patting his hand. He looked unconvinced but I turned back to Rowan before he could say anything else.
“So, what’s your road name?” I asked him, curiously. Honestly, it is fun learning bikers’ nicknames and then hearing the stories behind them. Most of the time, they get the name in the most ridiculous ways while the others fit their personality.
His face visibly brightened at my question, making me hold in a laugh. “Cyber,” He replied.
“Is it because you’re involved with technology or the cybersecurity of the club?” I asked even though it was obvious.
He nodded and laughed as he began to speak. “Exactly. I got the name when I hacked into Pyros‘ phone. I was like fifteen and he was twenty two. He nearly had a heart attack.”
“Fuck off, I did not,” Pyros scowled, rolling his eyes. I actually forgot he was still in the room with how quiet he had been for the last few minutes. I looked around and noticed that Wilder left.
“Sure…” I drawled, teasingly. Pyros narrowed his eyes and took a step towards me but stopped
when Rowan spoke to me. “Roman will be back soon. He went to get something from the store.”
“Roman is your brother?” I questioned. I mean, their names are literally identical and I wonder if they look the same too. That would be very confusing, especially for Collin. It would be absolutely
adorable, though.
“Our. Our brother, yes,” He corrected. I heard Pyros mutter something about a meeting but we
ignored him. I saw him leaving the room out of the corner of my eye.
I blew out a breath and I thought about what he said, “Right.” I’m going to have to get used to
that.
“I can’t wait to meet my nephew,” Rowan suddenly said. “Where is he, by the way?”
My lips lifted. “He’s with my friend right now but I promise you’ll get to meet him very soon.”
My phone buzzed in my back pocket. I pulled it out and checked who messaged. Speak of the devil. She had sent a photo of Collin wrapped up like a burrito. I shook my head and put the phone back in my pocket.
Rowan pumped his fist in the air in excitement as if he was a little boy and this time I could not
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contain my laughter. He reminds me of my son when he’s playing with his toys or is just plain
happy.
“Can I see a picture of him?” He asked, widening his eyes, pleadingly.
I giggled. “Yes, you can.” I showed him the same picture Harley just sent to me and a few others
that I took recently.
He was awed at Collin’s cuteness. “He is so adorable,” He cooed at the phone.
“He got that from me, obviously,” I said, proudly.
We looked at each other before bursting out in laughter. After a good two minutes, we sobered up but the broad smiles remained. “I’m glad you are here, Riley,” He said, honestly.
“I am too,” I mumbled softly.
Part 1: The Hidden Truth
