Precious Stones Read Free

ASAP to relieve her as soon as he was able to get to the airport. The client she’s with might decide to make it an overnight trip.”
    Ramsey’s blood pressure went up a few more degrees, because he had made it clear to his wife that they were not field agents anymore, especially to Neariah. While he knew she wouldn’t put herself in immediate danger, she was in a high-risk position anytime she was guarding a client.
    â€œDid you clear Keilah’s appointments for today?” he asked.
    â€œYes, she made sure everything was rescheduled or taken care of. Don’t worry, Ramsey. I got this.”
    He laughed because Cameron was right. He and Keilah had two of the best assistants in the business, and they compensated them well for their efficiency and expertise.
    â€œOkay. I’m getting ready to go to my last meeting, and then I’ll be heading to the airport. If you talk to Keilah before I do, tell her to call me as soon as she can.”
    â€œI will,” Cameron replied. “And don’t worry. She’ll be fine. Have a safe flight.”
    Ramsey hung up his cell and hurried off to his meeting.
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    The flight to New York seemed to be taking longer than Keilah had anticipated. It didn’t help that Trenton kept staring at her seductively. Chrisette returned to the restroom to try on yet another outfit as soon as the pilot gave the all clear for them to relax.
    Trenton started laughing, obviously irritating Keilah.
    â€œWhat’s so funny?” she asked.
    â€œI’m sorry. It’s just that I never expected to have this type of emotional reaction upon seeing you again.”
    Keilah shifted in her seat and said, “You’re full of it, Trenton.”
    He put his hand on her knee and, gently stroking it, said, “Have you forgotten how explosive we were together?”
    With lightning speed, Keilah grabbed his wrist and twisted it, doing her best to break every bone possible.
    â€œDamn, Keilah! That shit hurt!”
    She pointed her finger at him and angrily said, “I meant for it to hurt. Don’t you ever touch me! You lost that privilege a long time ago, so whatever fantasy you’re sitting over there and having about us, forget about it.”
    â€œJust hear me out,” he requested. “I know I was a fool for putting my male pride over my heart. You have a strong personality, and I now understand just how important your career is to you. I wasn’t ready for your type of independence. I guess you could say I felt like my manhood was threatened, but I’m ready now,” he revealed. “I still love you, Keilah, and I would love it if you would give us another chance.”
    Clearly pissed off, Keilah pointed toward the restroom and said, “You’re a damn fool! How dare you step to me like this and your woman is in the next room?”
    He chuckled and said, “Oh, you don’t have to worry about Chrisette. We’re just good friends.”
    â€œI don’t care who the hell she is. I’ve moved on with my life, so I’m good. You need to do the same.”
    â€œAre you sure you won’t ...”
    Keilah raised her left hand to display her wedding ring and said, “I’m married, Trenton, happily married, to be exact. I’m over you and have been for a long time.”
    â€œMarried?” he whispered to himself in disappointment and disbelief as he laid his head against the back of his seat. He had been so busy looking at her legs and into her eyes, he hadn’t noticed the huge diamond on her finger.
    Chrisette exited the bathroom in a red Donna Karan dress that accentuated her long, magnificent legs and struck a model pose.
    â€œTa-da!” she yelled. “So what do you think?”
    â€œIt’s nice, babe. You look great,” Trenton replied with little enthusiasm.
    Chrisette sat down next to him and gave him a seductive kiss on the lips. “Do you really like it?”