Undaunted (The Kings of Retribution MC)

“This looks more like a small apartment,” I tell him as I walk around. I look over my shoulder at Logan, who’s leaning against the door frame with his arms crossed watching me.

“By chance is there a soda machine or coffee anywhere? I could use some more caffeine this morning.” He points to the counter next to the refrigerator.

“There’s a coffee maker there, and we always keep water, soda, and beer in the fridge. The guys unwind after work sometimes back here, so you’ll find that it’s usually stocked.”

I smile. It seems like a laid-back place.

“Well, I think I got a good feel of the place, but I would love to see Jake and speak with him for a moment when he gets here, thank him again for the job.”

Logan reaches in the refrigerator, grabbing himself a water and hands me a soda.

“He’ll be here soon. Let him know what you like to drink and eat, and he’ll make sure to stock it.”

He leads me back out through the garage and back into the main building. I walk over to the front counter, setting my purse down behind it on a shelf, and then turning the computer screen on that’s sitting on top.

Leaning in over my shoulder, Logan points to the screen. “The system we use is pretty simple, but if you have any questions, Jake can answer them. I don’t mess with this shit.”

Logan is still standing close. He smells so good. His smell isn’t overpowering. He smells simply of fresh clean soap and leather.

“Where’s the restroom?”

“You can use the one in the break room. At the door to the left side of the TV.” He informs me.

I move past him, lightly brushing my back against his front and make my way to the bathroom. Once inside, I lean against the door and close my eyes while taking a deep breath.

Looking in the mirror, I give myself a mental pep talk. Get yourself together, Bella.

I walk back out front and notice Jake talking with Logan and a younger guy I haven’t met yet.

Turning their attention towards me as I make my way to the counter, Jake speaks up first. “Hey, sweetheart. Glad to see ya. Heard Logan here showed you the ropes. Anything else you need to know, you come ask me. There are donuts in the break room, help yourself.”

“This here’s Blake. Write down anything you might need for the break room, he’ll go get it,” Logan says introducing Blake.

“I don’t need anything special. Whatever is in there is fine.”

“He’s going either way, best to tell him or he’ll pick up random chick food.”

Most guys think all women want salads. This chick likes real food. I’ll take pizza and burgers over veggies any day.

“Okay. Give me a second to write a few things down.”

Once I’m through, I hand my small list to Blake.

The rest of the day goes by smoothly. I only had to bug someone once on a specific order. Quinn was the one to show me how to enter in all the specs.

Before closing, I make my way back to Jake’s office. Knocking three times, I wait for him to answer.

“It’s open,” he barks, sounding irritated, so I slowly open the door peeking inside. He peers up from what he’s looking at and his features relax a bit when he notices it’s me.

“You got a minute?” I question.

He leans back in his chair, rubbing his beard. “Sure, sweetheart. Come on in.”

“Jake, I just wanted to tell you thank you for giving me a chance with this job. You have no idea how much I needed it.”

“You did good today. Keep on doing like you have been and we’re square.”

I feel a little lighter after thanking him. I walk around and hug his neck. He tenses for just a moment but seems to relax. I make my way to the door but he stops me.