Rye's eyes scour the landscape around him, taking in all the pretty sets of legs. His wolfish grin settles in, and I dread the night.
I'll kick his ass if he looks at Rain like that.
"She's out with some friends," Wren answers, not seeming too thrilled. I've seen him more since he got married than before he got married. It's the complete opposite of Tag. I barely see that whipped bastard anymore.
"There you are," Tag says, beaming as he looks over his shoulder.
Ash is smiling too large, acting as though she just started dating the fool. My breath catches when I look past her to see Rain. I thought I was going to collapse earlier when I spotted her.
That dress hugs every bit of her body like a well-fitted glove. Her body is something to behold, and I want it under me.
So don't need to go there.
Raya walks by her and takes a seat next to Rye, who puts his arm around her. I wasn't aware they knew each other, and I'm worried Kade might kill him if he sees this. Dude is psycho where Raya is concerned. I know.
"You look pissy," Rye says, poking at Raya who seems to be... well, pissed.
"She's drunk," Rain chirps, grinning like she just swiped a treasure trove of secrets.
I can't help but notice her stagger, and then my eyes go wide.
"Rain, dammit! You can't drink with your meds."
She swats at me like I'm the idiot.
"I've just had a sip or two," she lies. "Besides, I skipped the pain meds today."
"I'm pretty fucking positive you're not supposed to drink after having surgery," I scold.
She laughs as though I'm being funny. I'm not amused. Not. At. All.
"You'll take care of me," she says while taking a step closer.
Maybe I'm a little amused.
"You think?" I ask, trying not to grin, but failing miserably.
"I know."
She puts her arms around my waist and hugs me, and I smile while wrapping my arms around her. Damn, I forgot how much I love this girl. I also forgot how quickly my body reacts to her.
I shift to accommodate the hardening in my pants, hoping she doesn't feel it against her.
"Rain and Dane are definitely back," Maverick sings, laughing with Corbin as they stare at us.
I just roll my eyes while taking a seat. We're all cramped, but there's still not enough room for everyone to sit down. So, in the effort of saving some elbow room, I tug Rain to be in my lap, not worrying about the scrutinizing eyes on us when she comes willingly.
She rests her head on my shoulder, and her lips graze my chest. I don't care if I get lipstick stains all over my shirt, I hope she doesn't stop.
"Tria's here," Rain grumbles, making me tense.
Shit. I didn't prepare for this. Tria left after the first day, and I told her I had everything under control because Rain didn't want her there. What do I say now?
Tria forces a smile as she starts toward us, but one look at Dale, Corbin, and Maverick has her deciding to walk away.
"You just gonna let your sister walk around aimlessly?" Rye drawls, his eyes on Rain.
"S'not my fault she doesn't have friends."
No. It's all of our fault. Dammit.
"Tria!" I call, grimacing when Rain gets stiff in my arms.
Tria hesitates to turn around, but she does so reluctantly. She forces another smile before slowly making her way toward us. Ash gets up and drops to Tag's lap, vacating her chair and making room for Tria. Tag holds her to him, smiling devilishly as he enjoys the new seating arrangement.
Rye smirks as Tria takes the seat beside him, and Wren rolls his eyes when he wraps an arm around her. Now the bastard has an arm around Tria and Raya. I hope Kade kicks his ass.
He wisely never lets his eyes roam over Rain. At least he has some sense.
A speaker stands behind the podium as everyone settles into their seats, and the sun threatens to set. He goes on and on about the Colton name, and he mentions his love for Thomas—Kade's grandfather who has outlived the expectations set for him.
Thomas smiles as he sits in one of the chairs behind the podium. He looks pale, and it's sad to see him living on an oxygen tank, but he's alive and happy, and that's the important part.
I look behind me in time to see Kade walking briskly through the crowd, his eyes trained on the arm Rye has around Raya's back. He passes, but leaves a loud slap in his wake. I stifle a laugh as Rye uses the hand he had on Raya's chair to rub the back of his sore head.
Raya doesn't even seem to acknowledge the commotion. She sips her drink, probably already long past the point of drunk. What's going on between her and Kade?
"Thank you all for coming," Kade says with a nervous breath, his hand shaking as he holds the microphone.
This wine unveiling is really freaking him out. I knew the guy was dedicated to this vineyard, but damn. He's possibly suffering from OCD where this place is concerned.