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I choose not to check them. I just need some time to myself.I get ready to meet Axel, as we planned earlier. When I arrive at the club, I find him in the VIP lounge, waving for me to join him. As I make my way to Axel, some girls try to get my attention, hoping to dance with me. I don't want to do anything that would hurt Harper."Josh, Josh, the supermodel, maritime expert, the lady's man," Axel playfully hails me.I smile and tease, "Axel, what's with the grand entrance? What's up with you, man?""Nothing much, Axel," I reply as I take a seat and pour myself a drink.Sitting there, I gaze around the club, trying to relax. But then I see him, and without thinking, anger surges within me. It boils over, and in a fit of rage, I drop my drink and go over to him. With a clenched fist, I deliver a powerful punch to his face.He isn't expecting it; he stumbles and falls. Nolan's reaction is real as he holds his cheek. Axel, too, is taken by surprise, watching this unexpected confrontation.
HarperMy worst fear of losing Josh has finally come true. I have never felt such humiliation in my entire life as I did that day.I can't hold back the tears any longer. When I open the door, Ava rushes to me, seeing my distressed state as I enter."Ava, what happened?" she asks.I am too weak to speak. Another wave of tears overcomes me, and I sink to the floor. Ava holds me close, providing a shoulder to cry on as I let my emotions pour out.I lock myself in my room, feeling like Josh is my entire world. I love him more than anything, to the point where I can't imagine facing a day without him. My worst fear of Nolan ruining our happy life has come true.What was I thinking, having a one-night stand with him the very first day we met? I knew it would come back to haunt me, and every night, I cried myself to sleep without any desire for food or drink.Ava tries to persuade me to eat, but my appetite is gone. My phone displays a series of missed calls from Amelia, my boss since I have
My decision is made as I stand in front of my bedroom mirror. I take a deep breath and begin applying makeup. I choose a simple yet elegant dress and head to the living room.As I get closer to the door, my heart races. I spot Ava sitting on the couch, engrossed in a book. When she notices me, her face lights up with happiness. Ava’s joy is so huge that she hurries over to me, embracing me in a tight, warm hug. Tears well up in my eyes as we hug.“I’ve missed you,” she says, her words filled with genuine affection.“I’ve missed you too,” I reply, truly feeling the sentiment in my heart.I have to get to work because I have been away for too long. It’s time to face my responsibilities once more. I grab my bag, all set to begin my journey back to work. Ava offers a supportive smile and says, “You can do this, Harper. You’re stronger than you realize.”I open the door, inhale deeply, and venture back into the outside world, freeing myself from the isolation I had wrapped around me for too
Then, I lose consciousness. I think it’s while I am unconscious that she shows Josh the video.Ava gasps. "Oh, my goodness.""It’s caused so much trouble, and I don’t know how to fix it."Ava offers a reassuring squeeze on my arm. "We’ll figure this out together, Harper. You’re not alone in this.""I woke up with Josh by my side," I continued. "He looks so hurt and disappointed, and I can see the anger in his eyes. I have never felt so humiliated in my entire life. Jane fills him in on everything, and he can’t believe what he has seen in the video.""Josh is so hurt," I say, my voice heavy with remorse. "He can’t understand why I didn’t tell him about Nolan sooner. He feels betrayed and shattered."He doesn’t even look at me as he orders me to explain everything from the beginning. I do, and he sends me out of his house.As I share this with Ava, her eyes well up with tears. She hugs me tightly and says, "Oh, Harper.""I don’t know where we stand now, Ava. Everything has changed," I cr
"I understand, his other girlfriend always has that model-like body. I may not fit that mold, but I have my beauty with curves that make heads turn. You didn't even bother to get to know me, and you jumped to conclusions,” I said my anger building up.“Hanging out with Nolan and getting kissed doesn't make you any better,” she said with an eyeroll."At least you met me before finding out about Nolan. How did you react to me? You made me feel insignificant like I wasn't good enough for Josh. As for Nolan, I had no idea that was going to happen. I went to see him to warn him to stay away from me because he kept sending me gifts, which I didn't appreciate." I say laying my heart bear.She rolls her eyes and admits, "Sure, I wasn't even jealous when I saw the video. I was more angry with my brother." I detect a hint of emotion in her voice, but I don't dwell on it, eager to hear more."He's my boyfriend, and yes, I loved him, but I knew our relationship wasn't going anywhere," she confesse
JoshI can't tear my eyes away from Ava as she leaves the bar. I'm a wreck; my days consist of drowning my sorrows in alcohol, releasing my pent-up anger at the gym, and pretending everything's fine at work. Everywhere I look, I'm haunted by memories of Harper, even at my job where I can't help but check on her. I've been avoiding their office building since I'm in a different one.I quickly pack my belongings and rush out; I have a crucial meeting to attend. My driver is ready to take me for a drive. As soon as I reach the car, Mr. Chris kindly opens the door for me."Good morning, sir," he greets."Good morning, Chris. How are you?"He glances at me with a hint of worry but still answers, "I'm good, sir."I sense that he has something on his mind, but I choose not to allow him to broach the subject."Let's head to the office," I instructed while checking my phone."Okay, sir," he replies and starts the car's engine.As we head towards the office, the city slowly stirs to life around
My heart tugs as Ava's words hit hard, leaving me overwhelmed. "Can you please stop all this? It's not helping. I just want my Josh back," I tell her.Ava pauses, sensing the pain in my words. "I understand, but sometimes we need to face the truth," she says gently.Tears well up as I try to make sense of everything. "I don't know what to do. I just want things to be like they were before, with Josh."Ava sighs softly. "I know it's tough."With concern in her eyes, Ava asks, "And how do you intend to achieve that?"Feeling helpless, I reply quietly, "I don't know, Ava. To be honest, I don't know. He's not picking up my calls, and he's not replying to any of my texts."Ava looks at me, her expression filled with worry. "Can I be honest with you?"Wiping away tears, I look at her expectantly. "Yes, please, I need that honesty.""I'm happy you're not crying like before, and your appetite is coming back," Ava observes."Okay, I'm eager to know," I say, anticipating her point.Seeing my ner
My heart pounds in my chest in anticipation of what might befall me when he eventually sees me. The hatred I saw in his eyes the day he found out makes me cringe, and I hope against hope that there will be a change of heart for him. I hold onto Ava's words that he looks miserable and will be willing to let go and forgive me. I open the door, and I'm surprised to see Josh's mother - I wasn't expecting her. I became nervous as hell. She has a look of indifference, like a look of disdain. My heart sinks immediately. I know the last time I saw her, she was a sweet soul who welcomed me with open arms, but this doesn't look good. Nevertheless, I greet her, stuttering, ‘'Good evening, ma.' She looks at me, sizing me up like I'm some commodity. I feel small under her gaze, and I don't know what to do with this situation. I know I've caused both her children pain.I don't expect anything less from the behavior she's giving me right now. “Harper, what do you want? Haven't you done enough?' h
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
“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