Revival by Elizabeth Knox (read ebook pdf txt) 📕

You’re dumber than you look. You ever think about how running around guns a blazing means that the club is going down the rabbit hole? We may not be shooting people every day, but we’ve got our shit together.” Kyle adds.

“Someone, get Cobra the fuck out of here, and don’t let him forget that we don’t want to see him” I order, watching as Seamus is the first to grab Cobra by the throat and drag him outside. He sure as hell isn’t going to let that snake forget to never set his foot in Tennessee again.

Chapter 4

Reed

“Eight more left with him” Seamus comments, approaching me from behind. I’ve never been the type who needs a stiff drink after a long day, but this day is quite different then the rest. I suppose I could laugh at the irony in this. I shouldn’t, but it is damming.

“If they want to leave, let them. I don’t need any men here claiming to be brothers when they’re not. If they are true Skulls, their loyalties will lie with us. I’m fine with losing men if it means that they weren’t true in their oath in the first place. Don’t need any more like Cobra in our club” I tell him, now Seamus comes within view and sits down at the wooden picnic table across from me.

“You got that right”

“Any new prospects on the radar?”

“Yeah, Pain and Chaos. They’re brothers. I think they’re doing pretty good and will make good members. Kyle had them start prospecting a couple weeks ago. We took in about six and these are the only two who made it this far. They’re pretty fuckin’ serious about it if you ask me. Both of them got that fucked up past shit goin’ on and I think the club distracts them from their home life”

I nod, understanding all too well what that means. A lot of brothers come to us because they don’t want to deal with their families, usually coming from not the greatest backgrounds. Rape, abuse, molestation. I could go on and on.

“We’ll keep an eye on both of them then. Are they loyal?”

“I think so”

“Good. We could use some loyal brothers. Our numbers have taken a hit over the past couple years. I think it’s about time we start looking for new blood. Now that I’m in charge I think it’s safe to say that I should be reaching out to Fist” He’s our greatest ally, his club is in Montana but he has the numbers, and lots of connections that we can use to our advantage.

“What about Zeus?” Seamus asks.

“Haven’t given him much thought. Don’t think I’ve heard from him in years, but I know he keeps good communication with Fist. He’s mentioned Zeus the last few times I’ve spoken to him” Mind you, it’s been a couple years, but the friend of a friend is an ally. There are a few MC’s who I know we can trust. The Reapers from Montana, The Raiders from Los Angeles, and the Sons of Gods from Birmingham, Alabama. We also know who the fuck to stay away from, I’d say the Demons of Hell are the biggest shit stirrers, then you’ve got Iron Vex but don’t even get me started on Fallen Mayhem.

“He said he was goin’ to the Brotherhood” Seamus laughs. The Brotherhood isn’t an enemy of our club, per say. Although, I think it’s safe to admit that we keep our distance from one another. It’s just best for us to both act like the other doesn’t exist, otherwise chaos could break out.

“Mhm. Roman will take anyone these days it seems” I add, looking out into the front parking lot of the club. There aren’t many bikes parked out front, and after today our numbers have taken a hit. I can only hope that they’ll slowly begin to grow after I’ve gotten settled. First order of business is dealing with Dwayne’s irritating ass, then I can worry about getting fresh meet in our club.

I keep having to remind myself, quality over quantity.

“Hey there hot stuff!” Celine’s voice is music to my ears, I turn around, taking my legs over the wood and set them on the other side. She slides her ass onto my lap and wraps her arms around my neck. “I heard you’re the big boss now, should I be worried?”

“Only if you misbehave”

“Oh…well that means I’m screwed” She giggles into my neck as I pull her close. This beautiful being right here, she’s the only reason I can sleep at night, the only thing that brings me peace. I bury my face in her deep red locks, smelling the peppermint body wash she uses every morning.

“What’re you gonna be doing today?”

“Dealing with Dwayne” I tell her casually, there’s no need for her to worry. Celine knows all about Dwayne, as do all of the women here. We tell them whatever we can in order for them to keep their guard up. After all, we never know when someone could decide to strike. It’s happened before and it’s best that we’re all prepared.

“How are y’all doin’ that?” I don’t hide anything from Celine, there are things that I should keep from her, but I’ve never been able to.

“We’re gonna pay him a visit downtown and remind him of a few things”

“Well, while you all get pumped up to bash Dwayne’s face in, I have to get to work before Sharon decides to actually fire me this time” I nod at her statement and help her get up, chastely giving her a kiss on the lips before she turns back and gives me a wink as she slides onto her bike and peels out of the parking lot.

I guess its time to rally the troops and prepare for our joyous afternoon.

Chapter 5

Reed

I’ve never been the kind of guy who just sits back and let’s shit hit the fan. It’d be a lie if I said that I didn’t do it a