Shadows In Durango

Chapter 26

*****Sofia's POV*****

My cheeks remained flushed after the kiss as we drove back through the familiar gates towards Vincent's house.

"Ok listen to me... do you want to talk to Daryl when we go in?" Vincent questions, parking up the car as I instantly shake my head in defiance.

Of course I don't! Why would I want to speak to him right now? Not in this frame of mind anyway! I had already embarrassed myself enough...

"Well then just pretend to be asleep and I'll carry you in, I'll take you to the spare room and Emma can come too." Vincent offers, as I inhale a slow breath and nod in agreement with the plan.

"Vincent?" I find his name rolling off of my tongue as he eyes me, waiting for me to continue.

"What?" He presses, clicking off his belt and cutting the engine.

"Thank you... for saving me tonight." I swallow the lump in my throat, as he nods and offers me a half smile at my words.

"I told you, I don't let bad shit happen to my staff which by the way... you better not be too hungover for your shift tomorrow, I'm paying you well for two days so I expect perfection!" He winks, as I chuckle and nod at the statement. He really didn't seem that bad when he was like this...

I watch him climb out of the car on his side, before walking around to my side - opening the door.

"Sleep darling." He smirks, as I nod and close over my eyes with a giggle - feeling his arms hook under my legs and around my back to carry me.

He seems to lift me up with ease as I hope that he doesn't find me to be heavy. I nestle my head into the crook of his neck, more so to hide my face from the others staring, but I was also guiltily enjoying the scent of Vincent's aftershave coming from his tattooed neck.

spicy... a true masculine scent if I had ever smelled

Emma's panic first, as my heart cracks a little after having left her

talking with her, as I grow curious as to whether or not Daryl was there too. Maybe he was off in his room having fun with the red head without a car in the world... why would

when I hear his voice next

it off, the alcohol clearly isn't helping either! You can talk to her tomorrow." Vincent is heard scolding

somewhat tired in his arms with the gentle rocking of each stride

heard opening, before a light is switched

whispers in my ear as I peak up at him

at me in his arms seeming amused; before eventually releasing me down on to my feet where I turn to find Emma stood by the

found you! I felt so bad not knowing where you went!" Emma rushes to hug me

wasn't thinking straight, I needed space and to get some air. I don't know what happened, I'm blaming the alcohol!" I rant,

apologise!" Emma concludes with a final nod, as I turn to Vincent who

Join us for the complete experience-all for free. The

was a cosy room painted pale blue with white furnishings, showcasing a large king size bed in

some spare clothes that I keep in here if you both want to borrow something to sleep in? Anything else you need, my room is across the hall, just ask." Vincent motions to each door and closet as he speaks as we

especially with

my gratitude, as he sighs

shoulder, before opening the door to

words 'what the hell' to me, in fear of Vincent

as she shakes her head and playfully

have him wrapped around your finger! I can see it now! Vincent Walker likes you - it's crazy!"

not have him wrapped around

sorry for me... probably just because I'm drunk and upset in his house!" I defend, knowing that it can't