Deal Takers (Dealing with Love 2)

“It’s not what you think,” I say. “She’s a nurse at North Seattle Memorial. She was the one who treated me.”

Charlee starts laughing so hard, tears are spilling out of her eyes. “Oh...my...God.”

“What’s so fucking funny?”

“I can’t...believe...this...is...happening.” Now she’s snort-laughing.

“What the fuck? Why do you find this so amusing?”

“Are you seriously telling me that you’re trying to pick up the nurse who treated your pocket pickle?”

“What’s wrong with that?”

She rolls her eyes. “You really are clueless when it comes to women, aren’t you? I don’t understand how someone can be so smart, yet so dumb.”

“I still don’t see where you’re going with this,” I say and frown.

She laughs. “I’m sure you’ll find out soon enough, little bro.”

Chapter Eight

RAINEY

Devyn has been hounding me to bring Adam around so we’re currently walking into Kelly’s Bar & Grill, my favorite place to hangout.

“Nice choice, Rainey,” Adam says as he looks around.

Kelly’s hosts a dozen TV’s, a couple of pool tables, dart boards, decent food, and a fine selection of beer. Born and raised in New York City, Adam is a huge Yankees fan. Kelly’s owner is also a New York transplant, so they feature every one of their games on the biggest screen. Adam’s eyes light up when he sees his beloved stripes on the field.

“Yeah, I really like it. Plus, it helps that it’s only a few blocks away from my house.”

“That would definitely come in handy when you’ve imbibed a little too much.” He grabs my hip and pulls me into him. “Or if you suddenly find yourself in need of some privacy.”

I laugh as he raises his eyebrows suggestively. “Later, hot stuff. You’re here to hang out with my friends, remember?”

Adam brings my hand to his mouth and places a gentle kiss on top. “Lead the way, gorgeous.”

I glance around and find Devyn sitting in the back with her brother. “They’re over there.”

When Devyn sees us approaching, she stands to wrap me in a hug. “Hey, Rainey.” She looks up at Adam and smiles. “Hello, handsome doctor.”

“I don’t know about handsome, but the doctor part is right.” He winks for added effect. “It’s nice to see you again, Devyn.”

Drew grabs a bottle out of the ice bucket and looks over his shoulder. “Dude, you want a beer?”

Adam pulls out my chair and takes one of his own directly across from me. “Sure, thanks.”

“Drew is Devyn’s brother,” I explain. “He’s a Yankees fan too.”

“Nice!” Adam says as the two men bump fists.

I startle when I feel hot breath over my shoulder. “Aren’t you going to introduce me?”

I twist to find the persistent pain in

my ass standing behind me, smirking. “Where did you come from?”

He nods behind him. “I’ve been here. Just had to take a piss.”