Caroline’s POV
The girls truly lifted my spirits.After our heart-to-heart conversation and several rounds of mimosas, we decided to head upstairs to the gaming lounge. The place was incredible, a huge luxury room that looked like a high-end Vegas casino. There were card tables, roulette wheels, and slot machines spread across the entire floor.
Elle approached the cashier, purchased chips, and distributed them among us.
"Let’s have so fun, ladies!" she said, her eyes sparkling with mischief.
"Oh, we’re definitely going to—" Kyle’s voice trailed off as she gestured toward a poker table at the far end of the room. The table was surrounded by a group of won, all leaning in and laughing flirtatiously.
My heart sank when I spotted Draven sitting there, a sleek brunette practically draped over his shoulder. His face was partially turned away from , but I could see his profile as he smiled at sothing she said.
"That asshole Luke," Kyle hissed, narrowing her eyes at her mate who was enjoying the attention of a redhead in a tight dress. "After everything we discussed today, he’s going to pay dearly for this."
"And there’s my traitorous mate," Elle growled."Nate knew exactly what he was doing. Oh, he’s going to feel the whip crack tonight!"
I watched Elle angrily type sothing on her phone before stuffing it back in her purse.
"I cannot believe this," Ruby muttered, staring at Ryan who was laughing as a blonde whispered in his ear. "And I was just starting to think he might be worth my ti."
"Carrie," Elle turned to with a frustrated look. "Oh god, when I called you this morning, Nate was right there in my bedroom! He must have heard everything about bringing you here. Of course he brought the guys - he has a mbership to this place."
I managed a smile. "It’s fine."
But it wasn’t fine. Just yesterday, Draven had been desperate to win back, and now here he was, entertaining other won.
"Well girls," Ava said, fixing her top with a smirk, "let’s show these boys what they’re missing."
"That’s thinking small," Ruby grinned wickedly."See that table over there? My brother Jax and his hot friends are here." She gave a little wave, and a good-looking guy who looked just like Ruby flashed us a sexy smile.
"Wait, are we going to make our guys jealous using your brother’s crew?" Elle’s eyes lit up with mischief. "You’re evil and I love it! You know how possessive they get when other guys look at their girls."
"But is that fair to your brother?" I asked hesitantly.
Ruby snorted. "Trust , Jax would love nothing more than to ss with an Alpha’s head, especially one like Draven Thorne. His friends will be more than happy to play along."
"Then it’s settled," Kyle declared. "Let’s go, ladies!"
Ruby led the way as we crossed the room, deliberately avoiding eye contact with our n while making sure to pass within their line of sight. We approached Jax’s table where he sat with four other equally attractive n.
Jax’s face broke into a wide grin when he spotted us. "If it isn’t my beautiful sister and her gorgeous friends!" He stood and greeted each of us warmly.
"Caroline," he said, taking my hand and kissing it softly. "You’re an amazing dancer. It’s a sha we only had one dance last night. Will I see you at my bar tonight?"
I blushed, feeling my cheeks get hot. "You’re not so bad yourself. Maybe we should make up for lost ti."
Ruby playfully punched her brother’s arm."Stop flirting with my friends, you nace."
"I’m rely being hospitable," Jax protested with mock innocence. "Let introduce my pack brothers. This is Dominic, my business partner, and these are Wesley, Theo, and Paul."They were all good-looking guys - tall, muscular, and handso. They stood up when we walked over, offering their seats like gentlen.
"Please, join us," Dominic said with a charming smile. "Our table just got way more interesting."
We sat down, and I could feel soone staring at my back. I knew it was Draven watching.
Dominic praised us again, saying their table was surrounded by the most beautiful won he’d ever seen, when our guys stopped and stared at us.
"Having fun, wife?" Luke leaned down to ask Kyle.
"Oh yes, Luke, seems our won are enjoying themselves," Joseph said to Ava, his tone threatening.
"Miss Eleanor, anything I should know about?" Nate grabbed Elle’s hand.
Jax and his friends watched, amused and ready for confrontation.
"Gentlen, join us! The ladies seem to love our company," Jax said mockingly.
"These ladies are very friendly indeed. Too bad we’re leaving." Draven smiled coldly at Jax before grabbing my waist and lifting up. "Hi, darling!" he said, looking into my eyes before giving a quick kiss.
"Look, you can go, but we’re staying here with our friends," Eleanor said, flipping her hair.
"Sorry honey, but you’re not," Nate said, putting his hands on Elle’s waist to make her stand.
"Well, we appreciate you gentlen entertaining our won, but we have other plans," Joseph pulled Ava against him.
Luke had already gotten Kyle up. The scene was ridiculous. Jax’s eyes sparkled mischievously, like he was plotting sothing, and his friends seed ready to back him up.
"Ruby, co with , I promise you’ll love my surprise," Ryan was practically crawling after Ruby, like a puppy wagging its tail.
"Gentlen, shall we have so fun?" Jax asked casually. "Listen, I propose a ga so we can all enjoy these beautiful ladies’ company."
"I have a better idea," Kyle quickly cut in, "you guys sit down and play. Winners take us to dinner."
"Are you drunk, Kyle? You’re absolutely not having dinner with other n." Luke scolded his wife.
"What’s wrong, man? You that bad at gas?" Wesley taunted Luke, winking at Kyle. Luke was furious, like the others.
"Are you ssing with ?" Luke asked angrily. "I’m excellent at poker."
"So everyone else must suck?" Dominic mocked. This wasn’t going well.
"Listen, nobody here sucks at cards, we’re all pros," Ryan snapped. "We could leave you in your underwear!"
"Now we’re talking! Betting money, won, and clothes?" Theo jumped in excitedly.
"Oh, I’d love to see these handso guys in their underwear because of us," Eleanor whispered in my ear, making laugh.
"Darling, care to share Eleanor’s joke?" Draven said sternly, gripping my waist tighter. I quickly shook my head, saying it was nothing.
"So, gentlen, are you scared?" Jax provoked again.
"Nobody’s scared. We just don’t want to waste ti playing cards with a bunch of bearded n when we could be with our won," Draven retorted.
"Well, you’ve already wasted ti since they ca alone," Paul added.
"Co on, afraid of a little competition? Just friends playing cards and having dinner, no big deal. Besides, if you’re that good, you’ll crush us," Jax encouraged.
"Deal!" Ryan slamd the table, shouting impulsively.
"Damn it, Ryan," Luke muttered.
"What?" Ryan asked casually. They looked at each other, frustrated.
"One ga. We’ll win," Draven hissed, then whispered in my ear, "You’re not having dinner with that guy!"
"Then don’t lose!" I shot back.
The guys took their seats, exchanging nas and betting money. The stakes were high,cash and dinner with us. Luke kept pushing to bet clothes too, but no one wanted to risk getting thrown out of the club in their underwear.
The staff brought extra chairs, and we squeezed in between the n to watch them play.
The cards were dealt, and the betting started.
While the guys focused on their cards, Elle whispered to , "Now let’s ss with their heads."
I nodded, hiding my smile. I was secretly enjoying seeing Draven jealous, even though I wasn’t ready to forgive him yet.
Elle quickly texted all of us,"Ti to make them suffer. Let the gas begin."
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