Chains' Trust

his gaze briefly when Shadow pulled me from behind him. He’d been tasked with bringing me down here, because out of all the guys he’s the only one I didn’t flinch around. I don’t know why but for some reason he’s the only one I feel I can trust.
Maybe it’s the fact he’s silent and barely speaks. Or it could be the way his eyes never show an ounce of pity in them like the other guys. I know they don’t mean any harm but seeing that look makes me feel dirtier than I already feel.
“Hey, welcome to the Inferno’s Clutch. I’m Chains the Prez of this club,” Mr. Hottie says, stepping forward with his hand extended.
My first reaction is to hide behind Shadow, but I don’t.
Yay, go me, that’s progress, right?
“I’m Tiny,” I say, reaching out to take his hand, I shake it tentatively. I’m completely freaking out on the inside about this guy touching my hand, but I’m not going to be disrespectful toward the man who has agreed to let me stay here.
“Do you have her room ready?” Shadow asks and I should be grateful he spoke up before my mind could wander to thoughts I should best not be having.
“Yeah, she’s staying in the room next to mine.” My eyes widen at the announcement.
I thought I’d be in a room near the other women who stay here.
“Sounds good. Let’s get her shit out of the truck, I’ve gotta get back on the road. Shit’s happenin’ and I’m needed back at the clubhouse,” Shadow says. I’d heard partial pieces of the conversation he’d had with Tracker about two hours ago. Something happened at Dolly’s Playhouse. I didn’t get much of it, only that Blaze and Raven were involved.
“No problem. Speed,” Chains calls out.
“Yeah, Prez,” the guy from behind the bar says.
“You and Frame go get all of Tiny’s things. Put them in her room,” Chains orders never taking his eyes off me besides to give them a quick glance.
My heart feels as if it were going to come out of my chest right now.
“Tiny, I gotta hit the road as soon as they unload. You sure you’re gonna be okay here?” Shadow asks. I’d swear he was acting like my big brother the way he was talking.
“She’ll be good. I promised Vi nothing would happen to her and I stick to my word,” Chains says before I can respond.
“I know you do Chains, but I gotta hear the words from Tiny,” Shadow states.
Nodding, I meet Shadow’s gaze. “I’ll be okay,” I murmur.
“Okay. You have all our numbers, don’t be scared to call if you need anything. You’re family Tiny. If you want to come home, even if just for a visit, let us know and we’ll make it happen. Alright?” Shadow pulls me in for a hug, kissing the top of my head.
“I know, Shadow. I promise I’ll call and text. Let me know when you get back,” I say into his chest.
“You got it, kiddo.” Releasing me he gives me one more look before shaking Chains’ hand and heading for the door with Speed and Frame following behind him.
Turning back to face the room I meet several pairs of eyes on me. But it’s Chains’ gaze that ensnares me.
“Have you eaten?” Chains asks, stepping closer to me.
“I’m okay, we stopped at a burger place before hitting the Louisiana state line. I think it was What something or another. But it was one of the best burgers I’ve ever had. Oh, don’t get me started on the tea. It was sweet just the way I like it. Which is hard to find. Sometimes you get it and it’s way too sweet or it’s been sitting for too long and has this weird taste to it. I don’t know if that’s ever happened to you. I–I’m going to shut up now,” I say, realizing I was rambling.
“Come on. Since you’ve eaten, I’ll show you to your room,” Chains grins.
“Hey Prez, you gonna introduce her to the rest of us first?” a guy I’d notice standing behind him says. He’s hard to miss, with how broad the guy is. Talk about muscles galore. I take a quick peek at his name on the cut he’s wearing, Breaker. That’s a different name I suppose, then again so is Chains.
“Let her get settled first, I’ll introduce her to everyone in the morning that way Ela will be here as well,” Chains says firmly as he places his hand at the bottom of my back.
“Yeah, that’s probably for the best,” Breaker nods in agreement. “If you need anything my room’s across from the one you’re staying in.”
“Umm, thank you,” I whisper, lifting my head to meet his gaze.
I don’t know what it is about being here. Maybe it’s the fact these guys don’t know what’s happened to me. Or it’s the atmosphere. Either way I don’t fear being around these men. Especially with Chains touching me. It’s as if a spark shoots up my spine and I want him to do more than touch me. I want him to take me.
How that’s possible only after just meeting him is beyond me? Besides I’m dirty and he would never want me.
Letting Chains show me to my room, I keep my eyes cast to the floor.
“Here we go,” he murmurs, opening the door with the hand not touching me.
I step into the room and glance around. It’s bare besides a bed, dresser, and nightstand with a lamp on it. Pretty basic.
“If you need anything just let me know. Speed and Frame should be bringing everything in here soon.” Turning to face Chains I find him leaning against the door frame, his arms crossed over his chest.
“Thank you, I’m sure it won’t take them long to grab everything. I didn’t have but one box and two bags.” God can I sound more idiotic?
Smirking, Chains straightens from the door frame. “Well, I’ll leave you to it. See you at breakfast, Tiny. Tomorrow we’ll go over everything