Stormy Satisfaction (Doms of Destiny, Colorado 11)

“Yes, you are,” Sam said. “Zac, like I said on the phone earlier, Sylas needs a crash course.”

“I have the training room all set up.” Zac looked at him. “Sylas, if you have the time, we can begin today. After today, you can make the decision if you want to become a Dom or not.”

“I’m here to learn, so yes.” For Ashley, he would do anything. “Lead the way, Zac.”

Chapter Ten

Ashley wore her sunglasses into her workplace. Her eyes were bloodshot from crying all night.

Phoebe came out of her office. “I thought I told you to stay home and study today, Ash. What are you doing here?”

“I need to talk to you,” she said, and the tears started falling.

“Oh my God, Ash. What’s wrong?”

“Nic,” was all she was able to get out.

Phoebe rushed to her side and put her arm around her. “Let’s go into the break room. I want to get you a cup of coffee, and we can talk this out.”

She sat at the table and Phoebe poured them each a cup. The coffee did help to calm her nerves and help her gain her composure a little. She told Phoebe everything that had happened with Nic and Sylas and how Nic had showed up after the date.

“He left, Phoebe. It’s over. It’s completely over.”

“This is all my fault, Ash.” Phoebe’s tone was filled with guilt and regret. “I was sure that if Nic and Sylas saw you again and got a taste of Destiny, they would come around. I’m so sorry, but I can tell how in love they both are with you. Why do men have to be so stubborn?” Phoebe’s cell rang. “It’s Jason. Give me a sec.”

“Sure.” She wiped her eyes.

“Hi, honey, this isn’t a good time. Ash and I are having a heart to heart about her guys. Oh really? Tonight?” Phoebe smiled and winked at her.

Jason must have said something that made Phoebe happy. Who wouldn’t be happy in her situation? Phoebe was expecting twins and had three men who adored her. It hadn’t always been that way for her friend. It had taken years for the Wolfe brothers to come around. But they had come around.

In her heart, Ashley had held onto the hope that Nic and Sylas would do the same with her. But now she knew that was never going to happen. It was next to impossible. Nic had made it clear that he would never be willing to share her.

“That’s a great idea,” Phoebe told Jason. “I’ll keep Ash company while you guys are at the intervention. I love you, too. Bye.”

“Phoebe, you don’t have to stay with me today. I’ll be okay.”

“Yes, you will. Better than you can imagine.”

She was puzzled. “What do you mean by that? What did Jason say to you?”

Phoebe told her about the intervention that Sam had set up for Nic. It was scheduled tonight at his hotel room. Nic had no idea that it was going to happen.

She wasn’t surprised about Sam arranging the meeting. People from Destiny always had each other’s best interest at heart. They were doing this for her. They wanted her to be happy. That was the same reason that Phoebe had lured Nic and Sylas to town in the first place. “What about Sylas?”

“He’ll be there, too. Sylas is on board, Ash. Totally. Your man is at Phase Four right now getting his first Dom lesson. Can you believe it?”

“That really surprises me. I’m so happy he’s willing to give us a chance. I think Sylas does understand, but I just am not sure Nic ever will.”

“Honey, you can’t know that. This is all new for him and Sylas. It’s a lot to deal with at one time. Trust me, I know my guys need to mull over anything they aren’t quite familiar with. For instance, when I told them I was pregnant with twins, they were very excited but they were also very apprehensive. Just like any man. I’m sure Nic and Sylas are no different. Once they get the full picture of what it’s actually like living our lifestyle, I have no doubt they will be completely on board and enthusiastic. This intervention will work to show them what kind of future they can have with you. They will make the right decision. You’ll see.”

She wished it were true, but she’d been down this road before. Back in Chicago. “Nic said that he can’t share me no matter what. He’s done mulling it over. He’s made up his mind to end it with me. I’m not sure that anything or anyone will turn him around. I told you about his childhood, didn’t I?”

“You did. He had such a hard life.”

“Maybe I’m asking too much from him.”

Phoebe shook her head. “He told you he loves you. That’s what you said. Do you believe him?”