All Chapters of Mine to Protect: Chapter 21 - Chapter 22

The pool stretched across the entire penthouse floor, its crystal blue waters now a subdued blue, with a silvery golden glow from the moonlight and the penthouse lights. From its vantage point, the stunning Manhattan skyline can be seen in all its glory, with towering buildings and crowded streets all in view.Natalie dipped her fingers into the pool, the temperature-controlled water warm to the touch, as ripples created by her friends in the pool splashed against the edge of the pool.“Get in girlie,” Aniyah said, leaning on the edge of the pool, her strong legs kicking the surface of the water. Her hair was in a high ponytail, but wasps of wet hair curled on the nape of her neck.Natalie sat on the edge of the pool and dipped her legs. “Nah huh, gurl, I just had my hair done.” She brushed back her long straight hair and stuck her tongue out jokingly at her friend.Makayla swum to them, hoisting herself off the pool and sat next to Natalie. “Girl, you do look hot in that bikini.” She