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“Harper and I are seeing each other," Josh said, making a claim on me.” The room is electric with tension as Josh's bombshell announcement hangs in the air. I try to play it cool, my heart racing. "Yes! He asked me out, and I said yes. End of story."Amelia's eyes sparkle with amusement, while Ava's raised eyebrow hints at her intrigue.Nick, never one to miss a beat, chimes in with a provocative remark. "Oh, nice. I wish I was friends with my boss; she was hot.""I didn't know you had this tendency to use bold words," Ava playfully responds. "Look at him, talking about hotness."Nick continues, "I like hot girls like any other man." His eyes locked on mine.Josh's displeasure is evident, his facial expressions giving him away. Nick continues to push his buttons, "You see, there's a lot you don't know about me. We haven't seen each other in a long while.""Is it me, or is it getting hot in here?" Amelia says, her voice laced with humor,"Please take off your clothes." Ava playfully res
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I wonder why he's calling, but I answer anyway, placing the phone to my ear. "Hello, Nick.""Hey, how are you?" His smooth voice comes through the line."I'm good. Thanks for yesterday. I appreciate you coming to my birthday party.""Thanks for inviting me. I had a great time."I'm curious about the reason for his call, so I ask, "So, what's new?"There's a pause before he says, "Well, I think I've made up my mind."I'm taken aback by his unexpected announcement. My heart races as I stumble over my words, asking, "Mind about what?""Well, I wasn't planning on saying this earlier, but circumstances have changed. After yesterday, I think it's time," Nick says, his voice hesitant. "Would you like to go on a date with me?"I'm taken aback by the question, considering Josh has publicly claimed we're in a relationship. "Date?" I repeat, buying time."Yes, dinner. We dress up, I pick you up, we enjoy a meal, and maybe share a few laughs if the night allows," Nick explains, his tone hopeful.I
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As I step into their lavish home, Josh's mom envelops me in a warm hug. "I'm so glad to finally meet you," she says, her voice dripping with kindness.I feel my nerves melt away as I reply, "Thank you, ma'am, for having me." Her eyes sparkle with interest as she adds, "We've heard a lot about you from Josh." I shoot him a surprised glance, and he gives me a sly grin.As we settle on the plush couch, our shoulders touch, sending a flutter through my chest. It's a subtle gesture, but it speaks volumes about the connection we are trying to create.Josh and I exchange a knowing glance, our eyes locking in a silent understanding. We both know that convincing his parents we are a loving couple will take more than just being ourselves; we need to be convincing.Josh's hand wraps around mine, his gaze filled with adoration. His mom beams with approval, her smile blessing our little charade. As she excuses herself, leaving us alone, I feel a thrill of excitement and a pinch of guilt. His prese
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She snubs me and asks Josh, "Where are Mom and Dad?"Her presence feels starkly different from the warmth I had felt from Josh's parents.Then she turns to me and says, "You know, I was quite shocked when I saw you. You're different from his other exes. I don't know, you're not the average girl he used to date."She then says to Josh, "Your exes had banging bodies."I take a deep breath and gather my courage before speaking up. "I hope we can all find a way to get along. As for Josh's exes, there's a saying, 'When someone does the same thing again and again but still hopes for things to change, it's often referred to as insanity.'"Josh tries to ease the tension, and I am grateful for his effort to make things comfortable. "Harper is an amazing person," he says. "You'll get to know her better, and I'm sure you'll change your mind about her."Then, she asks a question that catches me off guard. "What's going to happen when you guys break up?""When?" His voice holds a mix of surprise a
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I smile inwardly, knowing what Amelia has in store. Sophia moves closer, her eyes wide with curiosity. "Did you have fun?" she asks, her voice eager.I nod, "Yeah, it was fun. There was some drama, but we had a moment alone on his patio, and we talked."Sophia’s eyes widened further. "On his patio, like, at his house?" she clarifies.Amelia chimes in with a hint of sarcasm, "No, in your house, of course."Sophia continues, "So, are you two officially dating now?" Amelia raises an eyebrow. "Why do you care?"Sophia feigns innocence. "I'm just making conversation." Amelia isn’t buying it. "You could've fooled me." Amelia then asks, "So, you don’t have him wrapped around your finger anymore, right?"Sophia adds, "He's not even cute. Anyway, are you two dating?"I question, "What do you want me to say, Sophia?" She replies, "I'm just watching out for you. There have been rumors, you know. I hope he's not leading you on."Amelia snaps at her, "If you have something to say, just say it. Stop
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I find Josh immersed in files and paperwork, his focus intense. "Hi, Josh. Bad time?" I ask, “I could come back if you’re still busy.”He looks up, his eyes meeting mine with a warm smile. "Not at all. Please, have a seat," he offers, gesturing towards the chair."Hey, how are you?" he asks, looking at me intently. His concern catches me off guard.I clear my throat, my heart beating faster as I meet his gaze. "I’m... I’m doing okay," I reply, trying to find my voice.Josh’s expression softens, his eyes searching mine. "Just okay?" he asks.What is he expecting me to say? That I’m not happy he didn’t introduce me as his girlfriend. Instead, I nod, offering a small smile."I know it’s been a bit of a rollercoaster lately, but I’m hanging in there," I acknowledge, referring to the recent challenges at work."I know things have been quite eventful," I agree, my voice barely above a whisper.As I sit down, I feel a flutter of emotions inside me. Josh’s presence has a way of both calming an
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I am left speechless, my mind reeling in disbelief. Ava raises an eyebrow at my surprised expression. "Well, what's going on?" she asks.I hesitate before uttering, "Can you believe who just called?" Ava's curiosity is piqued. "Who?" she asks. "Chloe, the one who's been showing up around Josh's office," I explain. Ava's eyes widen. "The one you mentioned before?" I nod. "Yes, the same one.""A few days ago, I saw Josh and Chloe getting close and intimate. And now she's calling me, telling me to stay away from her man." My emotions are in turmoil. Ava's eyes widen in disbelief. "Whoa, that's quite a twist." I sigh, feeling a range of emotions. "Tell me about it."Ava leans forward, her eyes fixed on me. "Did she say why she thinks you should stay away from Josh?" she asks."Not really. She was vague, just telling me to back off. I knew they had a history, but I never expected her to confront me like this." Ava leans back, crossing her arms. "So, what are you going to do?""Honestly, I d
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As I scan the restaurant, my eyes land on Josh, seated across the room with Chloe. They sit in a cozy corner, their bodies leaning in, faces inches apart, lost in an intense conversation that feels like a private world.A wave of unease washes over me. Chloe's gaze meets mine, and we share a fleeting moment of understanding. Her eyes sparkle with mischief as she leans in closer to Josh, their lips almost touching.I force myself to focus on Nick’s words, trying to shake off the discomfort. "I know you were wondering about my last call," Nick says, drawing me back into our conversation. My mind, however, keeps wandering, tangled in a web of emotions from what I just saw.I nod slowly, my heart racing with anticipation. "Um, yeah."Nick’s gaze is sincere. "I've been feeling something for you, Harper. I didn’t want to rush into saying it, but after your birthday, I couldn’t ignore it anymore. I thought it was better if I let you know."My heart races as I process his confession. A flutte
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Josh’s POVI shut the door behind me, and the sound rang in my ears like a blow. I’m left standing in the hallway, my heart feels heavy with Harper’s words. I can barely breathe, the air thick with the realization that I’ve lost her—truly lost her this time. I lean against the wall, running a hand through my hair, trying to collect my thoughts. How did it get to this point? How did I let everything spiral so far out of control? All I wanted was to protect her, to make things right, but all I’ve done is push her further away. My mind races back to every moment, every decision that led us here. The anger, the jealousy, the lies. All of it is crashing down on me now. And Nolan… Damn it, Nolan. The thought of him with Harper, the betrayal—it makes my blood boil. But I can’t even blame him entirely. I’m as much at fault as he is.I’ve been a fool. I let my pride and fear dictate my actions, and now, I’m paying the price. I thought I could control everything, but I was wrong. I couldn’t c
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Josh’s POV Greg's face pops into the room, and my blood boils instantly. What the hell does he want now? My anger surges, as I seethe, “Can you fucking leave? I’m having time with my fiancée.”Greg opens his mouth to protest, but one look at the fury in my eyes makes him hesitate. He glances at Harper, then back at me, before finally taking a step back, and retreating into the hallway.I can feel Harper’s eyes on me, questioning, unsure of what to make of the situation. The unease between us deepens, and I can feel that something is about to break, something that might be beyond repair.I turned to Harper, my eyes searching hers, desperate to find some sense of hope.“I feel something strong for you, Harper. Please, let's start all over again, I promise to be the man of your dreams, the man who wakes up every morning just to see your face.”Tears streamed down my cheeks, and I could feel the mucus in my nose threatening to spill over. This level of vulnerability was something I had n
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I hurried to the doctor as the door opened, my heart racing with hope. “How is she?” I asked, desperate for good news.Amelia and Axel stood close behind me, their expressions tense as they awaited the doctor’s update.The doctor took a deep breath before speaking. “She is stable for now. We’ve run some tests and carried out x-rays on her brain, considering her condition and the memory loss. It seems like she’s beginning to recall bits and pieces. It’s a positive sign, but we need to be cautious. Memory recovery can be unpredictable, and it’s crucial to provide her with a supportive environment.”I nod, taking in the information. “So, there’s hope she might regain more of her memories?”“Yes,” the doctor confirms. “There’s potential for her to remember more as she recovers. The process can be slow, and we’ll monitor her progress closely.”I held my breath, waiting for more information.“The tests show no severe damage,” the doctor continued. “Her brain activity is normal, and there ar
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Josh's POV Seeing Harper with Greg ignites a surge of fury in me. It’s like déjà vu of what happened between Harper and Adams. The sight of her arm linked with Greg’s is unbearable.I almost stormed over to them, ready to yank her away from Greg, but Axel grabbed my arm, pulling me back. I had intentionally cut our Atlanta trip short after overhearing Greg's plans to take Harper to a club. Harper, I trust, but I don’t trust Greg at all. He’s involved in shady dealings with women. There are rumors about him drugging them and then using his father’s wealth to cover it up, making it look like the women were at fault. I can’t let Harper become another victim.As I struggle to control my anger, I watch helplessly as Greg, with Harper in his arms, heads for the ground floor. The panic in Axel’s voice only adds to my frustration. I know Harper’s health is the priority right now, but the sight of her with Greg makes it hard to think clearly.Axel’s firm grip on my arm is the only thing keep
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After a warm bath, I collapse into bed, finally feeling the exhaustion. The weekend is a welcome break, and I spend it relaxing and doing nothing in particular.Amelia visits and excitedly talks about her relationship with Axel. I'm happy for her; it seems like she’s finally found love.But as Monday approaches, I dread seeing Josh. His silence over the weekend has only made me more anxious, reminding me of how he acted before our trip to Atlanta. No matter how much I try to think about something else, his face keeps popping into my mind, along with the unsettling dream I had about him.I can’t seem to shake these thoughts, and it’s clear that Josh still has a big impact on my life, even when he’s not around.Monday arrives, and I drag myself out of bed, feeling the weight of the day ahead. I get dressed quickly and head to the kitchen for a brief breakfast, trying to brace myself for what's to come.At work, I bury myself in tasks, especially preparing the report on everything that h
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I find a space and settle in, pulling out my headphones and plugging them in. As the music starts, it helps calm my racing heart a bit.I wonder if things will be awkward between Josh and me now. His new behavior is confusing, especially when my whole body is still craving his touch.Relaxing back into my seat, I glance at him frequently, but he never turns to look at me. It feels like this is going to be a hell of a ride.I try to focus on the music, letting the rhythm fill the silence between us, but it’s hard to ignore the tension. My eyes keep drifting back to Josh, hoping for any sign that he might look my way. But he stays engrossed in his tablet, completely detached.I take a deep breath, forcing myself to look away and focus on the window. The clouds outside blur as we ascend, and I try to clear my mind, but it’s no use. This is going to be a long, torturous ride, I think to myself, trying to shake off the ache in my chest.I don't think I've ever been in a situation where I
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I open the door and find Mia standing there. I sigh in relief when I see it’s her. “Oh, you made it,” I say, still breathless.“Are you okay?” she asks as I step aside to let her in.“I’m fine, Mai. I just woke up,” I reply.“Girl, you didn’t tell me you just woke up! You look all flustered like someone was giving it to you from behind,” she teases."Oh my God," I groan, collapsing onto the bed, realizing I've got another Amelia in Mai.She gives me a skeptical look. “Harper, don’t tell me you just had a sex dream.”I sit up quickly, eyes wide. “Is it that obvious?” I ask.“Oh my goodness, Harper, don’t tell me my theory is right!” she exclaims.My cheeks burn at Mai’s words, her knowing grin only making it worse. I try to laugh it off, but the sound comes out strangled. How did she guess so easily? I haven’t even processed the dream myself, yet here she is, already connecting the dots.I drop my gaze, fiddling with the edge of my robe. The images from the dream flash behind my eyes v
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Harper's POV I nod and say, "Hi Greg. Yes, I know him. He is my..." I trail off, unsure of what to call Josh.I can feel Josh's eyes on me, waiting to hear how I’ll address him. We're not engaged anymore; I need time to process the emotional rollercoaster he’s putting me through. "Yes, he’s my boss," I finally say.I glance at Josh and notice he's visibly angry, his frustration almost palpable.I make my way back to my room, feeling drained after the exhausting five-hour meeting. I drop my bag on the table and quickly change out of my work clothes, wanting nothing to disturb my sleep. It's a relief that I’ve checked out of Josh’s room.In just my panties and bra, I collapse onto the bed. As I settle in, Josh’s presence lingers in my mind, but fatigue overtakes me, and soon I drift off to sleep.I hear a knock on my door and groan loudly. Hastily, I throw on a bathrobe, tie it firmly, and make my way to the door. Unlocking it, I grasp the doorknob and open it. “Josh,” I whisper his n
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“Oh, don’t worry, Axel. When we meet in Seattle, I’ll fill you in,” I say, laughing. I know he’s eager to hear what I’m talking about.“Don’t you dare, Josh? Why would you say something like that and then leave me hanging?” he responds in his tone, a mix of playful and frustrated.I laugh loudly, feeling a rare moment of relief. It’s a welcome distraction from everything I’m dealing with regarding Harper.“Okay, okay,” I say between laughs. “I know you can’t wait.”“Spill it, man. What’s the news?” Axel presses.“Trisha’s son isn’t mine,” I say, watching as he falls silent. “Say something, man,” I urge, wondering if he knows something I don’t.“That’s a relief, Josh. I’m happy for you, man,” Axel finally responds.“That’s all you’ve got?” I ask, knowing Axel usually has more to say.He gives a nervous laugh. “What do you want me to say? It’s a relief, isn’t it?”“But there’s something about that child’s appearance,” I continue. “He looks like someone I know but I can’t place it. His e
