The Irresistible Bundle (24 page)

Chapter Twenty-Nine

"You... go..." Desirae barked at Valentino. He gaped at her audacity but relented when he realized she meant it. People close by snickered with amusement. Boss man wasn't accustomed to taking orders.

Desirae huddled the girls together. "Here's my idea" she began. Carina moaned with displeasure before her roommate even said anything. Desirae smacked Carina before continuing. "I've seen this bitch perform a number that made every guy's dick stand to attention by the end of the song. I vote that she perform it again but we join her."

"Oooo" the girls cooed in unison.

"Okay could you be a little clearer" Chelsea demanded. She wasn't going to do any cheesy show tune number.

"I do
mild
" Carina emphasized, "lap dances to every guy sitting within my reach while I sing Alicia Key's song
Unthinkable
."

Melissa and Chelsea jumped up and down nearly flashing everyone in the club. The girls screeched their approval as Desirae motioned Valentino and Marco over. The girls turned towards the men with bright smiles on their faces. Valentino hesitantly approached the group. Carina looked unsure while everyone else appeared ecstatic.

Before Desirae could inform the men of their plan everyone noticed Carina blanch. She hissed, "Fucking-A" loud enough for the table nearby to hear. The girls followed her gaze. Chelsea cheered while Desirae cursed; Andrea grimaced as Carina looked away.

"What did we miss" Marco asked with confusion. One minute they were eager to get their attention, and now... Marco looked around to see who the group was staring at.

"Didn't you tell him" Desirae snapped. She flicked her thumb at Valentino.

"What" Carina barked, "You want me to put him on the fucking black list!"

"He can't be banned from here because you two have issues" Chelsea sneered. Oh this was going to get ugly fast.

"I don't give a shit what he does" Carina loudly clarified. "I plan to enjoy my night regardless. Lets' do this" Carina confidently stated. She shooed the group out of the booth. The girls beamed with excitement at her change of heart.

"Valentino, Marco... I perform a number that the girls want to partake in also. We need all the men to sit in chairs, facing the same direction, separated about two feet apart. Let's get about three or four rows of guys and ensure that there is plenty of room around them. Does the DJ have the karaoke version of Alicia Key's
Unthinkable
?"

"What do you have planned" Marco narrowed his eyes, asking the question Valentino hadn't voiced.

"Gentlemen ensure the song is ready. Have a seat and enjoy yourselves. Valentino, know that Carina is merely performing so no need to go Neanderthal or anything. You get to take her home anyways." Desirae confidently stated.

"Presumptuous aren't we" Melissa scoffed.

"No, Carina is the only one going home with me" Valentino clarified. The group got uncomfortably silent as they recalled Halloween night. It had all began with Sati
and
Carina.

"Well then" Marco awkwardly stated. He looked at the silent group. The awkward tension quickly dissipated. He headed toward the booth. He made the announcement to the men as the DJ prepared the music. The girls huddled together planning who would cover what section and row. They wanted to ensure that all the men got some attention and loving.

As the guys found a seat the girl supervised. Certain guys were moved from one section to another based on the girls' areas and preference. Beatriz made sure Brody was in hers while Desirae ensured the bartender was with her.

"Notice how Carina ensured that Valentino was in her section" Melissa pouted.

"Notice how Chelsea ensured Jaxon was in her section" Desirae cattily mocked the duo. Andrea cut them off as the girls headed to their designated area.

"I'm sure these ladies need no introduction" the DJ teased as he played the music. The crowd instantly cheered. The girls watched as Carina slowly strutted to the tempo of the music. She held a microphone in her hand and sang the lyrics as she approached the first guy in her group.

Carina leaned forward and caressed the guy's cheek. She recognized him as one of the bartenders. His eyes darted side-to-side knowing that it was the boss' girl who was fondling him. Before he could jump ship, she sat in his lap with her back to him. She leaned back and grabbed his neck with her hand as she sang the chorus. The roar of approval gave the girls courage to be more hands-on with their men. She gracefully removed herself before he forgot himself and got touchy.

Carina stood behind the next guy in her group and leaned over. Her breasts brushed against the back of his head as she stroked his muscular chest. The guy was another bouncer in the club; she hadn't interacted with him much. His physical reaction to her was glaringly obvious. Spectators gawked as he shifted in his seat and placed his hands over the bulge in his pants.

She continued singing as Desirae called out to Andrea. She pointed out Carina and the over-excited bouncer. The girls cheered with approval. Carina watched in amusement as Marco yanked someone out of her section and sat in his place. She didn't miss Valentino's scowl and tight jaw.

Singing the second verse, Carina straddled Marco but didn't move. She sang the lyrics as she ran her fingers down his face. She leaned her breasts into his toned chest. Valentino's growl broke through as Marco realized where his hands were headed. She bit her lip pleased with his reaction. He was hard beneath her. He too couldn't hide the way Carina affected him.

As she prepared to sing the hook she sashayed over to Valentino. She'd saved the best for last. It didn't escape her notice that Jaxon followed her every movement. Even when Chelsea was dry humping him and rubbing her breasts all over his face, Jaxon's gaze never left her...

Carina sat in Valentino's lap facing away from him. She felt him tense knowing that she'd just straddled his manager. She grabbed his hand and rubbed her body with it. The crowd cheered as they watched Valentino cup her breast before journeying down to her thighs. She leaned back allowing him to freely touch her as she sang. She then shifted and straddled his lap. This time she rocked her hips back and forth enjoying the surprised appreciation on his face. She sang into his neck and brushed her lips against his heated skin.

The room watched in mesmerized rapture. Carina tilted back while rocking her hips, showing off her breasts and neck as she finished the song. The spectators gave a standing ovation while the men remained seated, aroused and stunned.

Carina sat up, biting her lip as she looked at Valentino. His thick erection throbbed against her heated core. His eyes sparkled with amusement and appreciation. "That was amazing. I might have to go back on my word and take you to my office." He hoarsely whispered against her neck. She giggled with delight. She attempted to get up but Valentino held her tightly against him.

"Uh-oh" Marco called out. "Boss man doesn't want to show everyone how much he appreciated the dance."

"Show it" the staff chanted. Desirae cackled with delight as Carina shrugged. Valentino shook his head standing up with her still wrapped around his waist. The club cheered as he carried her to the corner booth.

"You're not moving until this goes down" he admonished.

Carina nibbled her lip. She peered between their joined bodies. "You know it won't go down
unless
I get away or we do something about it."

Valentino tried to focus on something else except for the tight body pressed against him. He watched people move chairs back in place. Servers delivered meals to each table while everyone amicably chatted.

"That was fun" Andrea cheerily greeted the pair. She slid into the booth with the others right behind her. The girls puffed their chests with a sense of accomplishment. Snickers and sneered erupted throughout the club at the uncomfortable and visibly aroused men. By the time everyone settled into the booth Valentino was cool and collected. He stood up knowing everyone was looking for the bulge in his pants.

"Ladies memorable performance" Valentino complimented the group.

"Did you really have to hump everyone in your section Melissa?" Andrea scolded.

"My hips thrust automatically" Melissa whined. Andrea and Ariel rolled their eyes as Chelsea nodded in agreement.

The DJ played several group dance songs that got everyone up and on the dance floor. He mixed it up between the
Electric Slide
to
Gangnum Style
. Valentino enjoyed watching everyone have fun. Carina's group really did add that extra flavor the party needed.

Chapter Thirty

"Tell her she has to sing" Desirae and Andrea pouted to Marco and Valentino.

"Carina" Valentino questioned. Why were they coming to him?

They nodded pushing him in her direction. Marco laughed as he watched the boss being manhandled. It was refreshing to see him acting his age.

Valentino sighed in resignation. In the short time he'd gotten to know Carina he knew that Desirae was a force to reckon with. He didn't want to test her limits. He approached the table. "I have a special request." He announced. The group gave him their undivided attention. "I'd love to see Sati perform for us like on Halloween night..." Before he could utter another word the group roared their agreement. Sati nodded her acquiesce as he continued. "But I'd also like Carina, Beatriz, and Ariel to sing something too..."

"Together" Beatriz asked with a puzzled expression.

"It doesn't have to be" Valentino offered. Desirae hadn't requested for Carina to sing alone. He'd leave the decision to them but it would be something nice to see. Usually his staff performed when they were drunk and entertainingly awful.

"Deal" they all agreed. The girls shuffled to the DJ booth as Marco, Andrea, and Desirae approached.

"Well played boss man" Marco beamed.

"That's why he's the boss" Desirae haughtily replied. They grabbed their drinks and toasted to Desirae's statement.

Sati danced first. She had everyone enraptured from the moment she took the stage. Even the hired help stopped to watch her performance. Her body swayed gracefully as she twisted and bent her curves. Sati gave it her all. By the end of the dance she was slick with sweat and glowed with happiness. The club continued clapping and cheering long after she'd sat down and chugged a large glass of water.

Ariel and Beatriz chose to sing as a duet. They performed Carly Rae Jepsen's song,
Call Me Maybe.
Their flirty voices blended harmoniously. They had fun while interacting with the audience and performed well together; the audience enjoyed their performance.

Carina didn't immediately take the dance floor. Knowing her roommate well Desirae openly eyed her newfound best friend. Carina always had a reason behind a song. She wondered what she'd perform tonight seeing that Valentino and Jaxon were under the same roof. It was a miracle that Jaxon hadn't approached them all night.

"What are you thinking about" Marco asked the fiery brunette. She seemed so focused on someone or something.

Desirae blinked to refocus. She shrugged her shoulders as she watched Carina huddled with the DJ discussing her song choice. "My roomy doesn't do things half way, Marco. She chooses songs based on her mood, the theme, or if she needs to send a message. You should look her up; she already has a performance on YouTube."

Marco and Valentino's raised eyebrows got the attention of those close-by. They didn't miss the whispers among the other tables.

"Do you know what she's singing" Andrea inquired. Desirae shook her head. She held her breath in anticipation as Carina grabbed the microphone.

"Expect the unexpected with her." Desirae murmured. She quietly slid into the booth next to Andrea. Marco and Valentino joined them as Carina stood in the middle of the dance floor. The DJ stood in the booth watching her. He made no introductions or song announcement. The entire room waited in silence. Marco scrunched his eyebrows in confusion. "Is she doing an acapella number?"

Carina looked at the table and winked at Desirae as she began. She softly spoke into the microphone. Andrea gasped with recognition. "Taylor Swift's
I Knew You Were Trouble
, right?"

"Yeah, including the two-minute monologue" Desirae whispered listening to Carina's breathy voice talk about a devil who looks like an angel and a girl who loses herself. She swallowed knowing this was the perfect song for the asshole in the room.

"Good job roomy... this is what we all needed to hear." Desirae whispered.

Valentino stared at Desirae's glassy eyes and Andrea's understanding expression. This song had meaning behind it with this group. He listened intently. He was surprised by the upbeat tempo. He'd honestly been expecting a ballad from her by the way the others spoke of her singing capabilities. As Carina sang that the blame was on her, she patted her chest and shook her head. This song was personal. Marco and Valentino leaned forward listening closely and watching her every move.

Marco followed Carina's finger as she pointed to a blonde guy across the room. He was a guest but apparently all the ladies knew him. As she sang about a guy being trouble she made it glaringly obvious who she was singing about. It didn't take Andrea and Desirae long to join in the chorus and point at the same guy. Carina blew them a kiss in appreciation.

Carina sang to everyone but reserved certain parts of the song just for Jaxon. She strutted toward him as she sang a critical part. Jaxon swallowed hard but never looked away. She was singing to him, again; maybe not the same kind of song like last time. It gave him hope because it showed she wasn't 100% through with him. This song just proved it. He gritted his teeth as her words registered with him. She looked directly at him as she sang about her being just another notch on Jaxon's belt.

Carina looked around and whispered the last spoken line of the monologue before bowing to indicate that the song was over. After the crowd's initial shock wore off they stood and cheered. She calmly walked over to the table. She was quickly embraced by Desirae and Andrea. Marco and Valentino stood as well.

"You pick the best fucking songs girl" Desirae crowed.

"Shit" Andrea muttered. The group gasped as Jaxon approached.

"Can we talk" he asked Carina who stood with her back to him.

Carina didn't look at anyone knowing that the group and those around them were watching. "We've already said all we had to say Jaxon. It's inevitable that we'll keep running into each other. But it means nothing more than that." She looked to Desirae for help.

"Bathroom break" Desirae exclaimed dragging Carina and Andrea away. Jaxon stiffened as Melissa and Chelsea approached.

"Jaxon" they whined. "You've had her more times than we care to know. Move on baby. We're more than you'll ever need."

"I've already had you Chels." He sneered. "Your quota's been filled. I've got nothing more to offer you." Jaxon waived her off, dismissing Chelsea. He turned to Melissa. "Haven't had the pleasure of you yet hot stuff."

Melissa glowed with appreciation. It was finally going to be her turn to bed Jaxon Wright. She ignored the fact that he didn't really look at her. She knew his eyes were trying to locate Carina. But Melissa was realistic. She'd have no chance in hell if Carina showed interest again. She had to get it when he offered.

"Really Jaxon, that's disgusting. Take your bullshit elsewhere." Desirae hissed upon their return.

Jaxon licked his lips as Carina's beautiful curves passed him. His reaction was automatic. Before he could stop himself, he grabbed her arms. "Are those fucking star-shaped pasties covering those beautiful nipples?"

Carina yanked her arm away. Valentino and Marco had seen enough. "Stay with whoever brought you... away from this group or you'll be removed." Valentino's menacing voice ensured no misunderstandings. Jaxon shook his head trying to clear the cobweb of lust. He scowled at the club owner and stormed off.

"Girl he'd take you right here if he could" Beatriz scoffed but impressed.

"Pussy of gold" someone snickered.

"I need some fresh air" Carina murmured. She walked away from the group before anyone said anything else. Jaxon always made a spectacle of things. Why couldn't he just leave her be? She'd instigated this though. She shouldn't have sung that song to him... but hadn't he been listening. Maybe she should've sung "
We're never getting back together
"... Hmmm...

Carina walked outside, passed the suit at the door. She stood in the middle of the parking lot and looked up at the dark sky. She tilted her head up and closed her eyes. She took in a deep breath, enjoying the cold crisp night air.

"Are you okay" Desirae quietly asked.

Carina nodded. "I actually thought he could go the whole night without speaking to me. I shouldn't have goaded him."

"Actually that song was perfect." Desirae stated. "Jaxon's a giant dick. Does he really think he'll fuck each of us and somehow manage to get you back?"

Carina shuddered at the thought. Jaxon was tenacious enough to make the attempt. He'd already bedded Chelsea and Melissa wasn't too far behind. Her only guarantee was Desirae and maybe Andrea. There was no going back though.

"Let's go back in. You have a real man waiting for you." Desirae urged.

Carina smiled thinking of Valentino. Jaxon may think he wanted a relationship but he was still stuck in the bedroom. He didn't know how to proceed from there. The limited time she'd spent with Valentino proved that her heart knew what it wanted. She wanted something real, something solid. Jaxon offered neither of those things while Valentino offered her the world.