32 Nikki

My eyes almost burst out of my face as they widen with shock.

“Pick anything you want Nicole.” My eyes peer past the menu, lowering it enough for Bronson to see my widened look.

“Yeah, see I would, however that would require you to put out a personal loan.” I put the menu down on the table littered with more glassware than we will ever need and stare in awe as Bronson chuckles once again.

It’s the second time I have been able to make him laugh and I swear it’s starting to become my mission. Brody is used to my sarcasm; Charles absolutely loathes it and Mick, and the other Bandits normally ignore it. I’ve never made someone laugh from my strange and quick-witted sense of humor and knowing I can bring a man like Bronson Fortworth down a notch with it, is surprisingly heartwarming.

“Nicole, please don’t look at the prices. It’s the same thing as the clothing. I make good money and I am not ashamed to go to expensive places and get what I want.”