Stepping next to him, Kyle knew that Aaron’s no-nonsense demeanor often put off people, but clearly not Bobby.
The man seemed just as open and warm as could be. “I’m sure glad ya’ll are here. This girl is quite a lot to handle.”
“Mr. Reddeson, where is Ms. Gaynor’s room?”
“I’ll show you. Follow me.”
As they walked to the singer’s room, Kyle looked up and down the palatial hallway. The marble floors and plush artwork screamed of excess. “Is this the only elevator to this floor, Bobby?” If SCSS landed this job, he and Aaron would need to assess every entrance and exit more thoroughly, and why not begin now?
“Just the one elevator comes to this floor and you need a key, too. There are two stairways used for emergencies near the end of each hallway. If anyone opens them an alarm sounds.”
“How many officers are assigned to Ms. Gaynor’s protection detail while she is at your hotel, Mr. Reddeson?” Aaron did like keeping things professional. Casual was never his norm.
“Me and Will right now. When we get off duty, two other officers will take our place.” Bobby stopped at a set of double doors. “Miss Gaynor is with her agent now, who seems to be the only one she gets along with. I’d rather be back in my hometown of Sweetwater wrestling a rattlesnake than have to spend any more time with this little diva. Brace yourselves, fellas. Don’t say I didn’t warn you.” The man shrugged and pushed the doorbell.
After a few seconds, the door opened.
An attractive woman wearing a soft blue dress stood in front of them. She looked to be in her late forties, and had a warm regal air about her. “Hello?”
“You have guests, Ms. Parker.” Bobby smiled.
Kyle knew instantly the kind hotel security guard was smitten with the woman.
“Good evening, gentlemen.” She smiled shyly at Bobby.
“I’m Aaron Strait and this is my brother, Kyle, Ms. Parker.”
“We’ve been expecting you. I’m Stephanie Parker, Miss Gaynor’s agent and business manager. Won’t you please come in?”
“Ms. Parker, would there be anything else?” Bobby asked.
“No thank you, Mr. Reddeson. We’re all set here.”
“If you need anything, anything at all. I’ll be right outside.”
“Thank you so much. We will let you know.” Ms. Parker closed the door and led them into the main room of the suite.
“Quite the place you have here.” Kyle had seen luxurious rooms before, but this topped them all.
The lavish space was sleek, with two entire walls of glass that looked out over the twinkling lights of the Houston skyline. Even at this late hour, he could see the Texas metropolis was alive with people. A large gray crystal chandelier hung over a pair of white leather sofas. The walls were decorated with modern art.
Scanning the room to access any issues they might have securing it should they land this job, he spotted Gya Gaynor. She stood on the other side of one of the walls of glass on a balcony that wrapped around the entire suite.
My God, she’s more beautiful than her pictures. Long blonde hair cascaded past her shoulders. She wore a dark blue top with straps that allowed him to see her delicate arms. Her breasts were full and deliciously inviting to the eyes. He loved her shape, which had just the right curves he liked on a woman.
The stunning singer turned around, fixing her beautiful brown eyes on him. She was clearly unhappy with this meeting.
“Please, have a seat.” Stephanie motioned to the sofas. “I’ll get Gya.”
“Absolutely.” Aaron sat down, placing the file he’d brought on the coffee table.
Kyle took a seat on the sofa opposite him, so he could continue looking at their prospective client.
Stephanie walked out onto the balcony, shutting the glass door behind her.
He couldn’t look away from Gya, mesmerized by her every move.
She turned to Stephanie, placing her hands on her hips.