Harper's POVMy eyes blaze with anger as I see him stop in his tracks at the sound of my voice. His hands ball into fists as he slowly turns to face me. I climb the stairs with deliberate sultriness, feeling his gaze roam over my body. The bulge in his trousers is unmistakable, and his shirtless form exudes a raw, predatory intensity. Yet something seems to be holding him back.“What the hell is wrong with you, Josh?” I shout, my frustration palpable. I feel like a woman denied her release.“No, Harper, I’m sorry, I can’t continue,” he responds, his tone pained.“Really? You leave me hanging, and now you stand there telling me you can’t continue?” I seethe, pointing at him. My anger blinds me, and I am right in front of him, demanding answers. “Why did you start something only to stop abruptly? Tell me, Josh, what the hell happened?”“I just can’t, Harper,” he says. But before I can respond, he pulls me into a rough, urgent kiss. He pours all his frustration, lust, and desperate need
I drive home, park my car, and head to the front porch. As I reach it, Ava rushes out, her face lighting up with relief.“Oh my goodness, Harper, you scared us all!” she exclaims, pulling me into a tight hug.I’m taken aback by her sudden emotion. “Why?” I ask, pulling away to look at her.“Check your phone, Harper. We’ve left dozens of missed calls. We were terrified something bad had happened to you.”“Jeez, relax, Ava. I’m here, and that’s what matters,” I say, heading inside with her following closely.In the living room, my mum is seated. Her eyes widen with relief when she sees me. “Harper, what happened? I was so scared when you weren’t picking up.”“Why is everyone so worried?” I ask, pulling my phone from my bag. My eyes widen as I see it’s past one a.m.; I hadn’t realized how late it was.“I’m so sorry for keeping you all worried,” I say, regret heavy in my voice. “I completely lost track of time.” I open my call log and see thirty-three missed calls, most from Josh.Feeling
Josh's POVI watch Harper leave my room, frustration bubbling up inside me. What the hell? I can’t believe she’s trying to get back at me for what happened. I wanted to feel her, to lose myself in her completely, but I stopped myself, hoping for the perfect moment.I don’t want her to think I took advantage of her when she eventually remembers.I’m too stunned to move, but before I can get up, I hear the door slam behind her. I scramble to pull on my shirt, only to realize I’m still in my boxers. Quickly, I grab my trousers, and dress, and rush after her.I run as fast as I can, but I stop when I see her getting into a car. As I get closer, I recognize it’s Nick’s. I considered following them but decided against it, trusting Nick to get her home safely. Still, I can’t shake the urge to make sure she’s okay. I call her repeatedly, my anxiety growing when Ava doesn’t answer either, revealing that they’re also worried about her.I return home feeling dejected and helpless.The next morni
Harper's POVIt’s been six days, seventeen hours, fifteen minutes, and seven seconds since I last saw Josh. I feel like I’m losing my mind. I’d be lying if I said I don’t miss him. Every naughty moment we shared plays on repeat in my head.I’ve been needlessly grumpy, snapping at anyone who dares to speak to me, even when they intend to lighten my mood. I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve checked my phone, hoping to see a missed call from him.Lost in my thoughts on the way to lunch, I bump into Axel.“Harper!” he calls, waving from his table and gesturing for me to come over.Relief washes over me at the prospect of asking him about Josh. I grab my tray of food and make my way to Axel.“Good to see you, Harper,” Axel says warmly.“Same here, Axel.”“Did you hear from Josh?” he asks.“I was hoping you could tell me. I haven’t heard or seen him at the office,” I reply, my shoulders sagging.“I’m sorry, Harper. Josh hasn’t reached out to me either. I went to his house, but I was told
I don't know how to feel about seeing him again after he ghosted me for a week. I gulp down my emotions, maintaining a passive face, but inside, my stomach is in knots. I can't stop thinking about the naughty thing I did to him the last time we were together. I bite my lip and clench my thighs, feeling the moisture dampening my panties. What does Josh do to me?"Hi, Josh," I say, leaning back and closing my eyes, my arms folded across my chest. But inside, my heart is racing with a frenzy of emotions, wondering what he might do next.I've come to know Josh as someone who doesn't care what others think of him. I'm afraid he's going to do something that will embarrass me. But I sigh in relief when I feel him sitting beside me, his warm body brushing against mine, sending shivers down my spine.The warmth of Josh's presence beside me stirs a mix of emotions. I keep my eyes closed, trying to steady my breathing. The silence only heightens my awareness of his proximity, and I can feel the
The rest of the day is spent discussing the company and the changes we plan to implement in Atlanta. I'm grateful for the distraction; it helps calm my racing heart, which has been in overdrive since we arrived in the room.I can't stop wondering how I'm going to manage sharing a room with Josh. After our meeting and business discussions, I step outside. The sultry receptionist gives me a look as if I’ve stolen her man.With a flip of my hair, I raise my hand, showing off my engagement ring, and walk past her confidently.Our company has truly outdone itself by lodging us in this luxurious hotel. I decided to make the most of my time here by exploring the city when I'm not working. So, now I'm at the beach, getting familiar with the surroundings, so I'll know my way around next time I visit.Walking along the beach, the cool sand beneath my feet and the sound of waves crashing against the shore offer a welcome escape from the day's events. The scene is peaceful, a stark contrast to th
I try to ignore the heat radiating from Josh’s body, but it's impossible. Every slight shift, every breath he takes, feels magnified against my skin. I pull the blankets tightly around myself, hoping they’ll act as a barrier to the intense tension lingering in the room.Minutes stretch into what feels like hours, and sleep remains elusive. I toss and turn, my mind racing with thoughts of Josh and our earlier interactions. His teasing voice echoes in my ears, and the memory of his touch makes it difficult to focus on anything else.I’m so overwhelmed with desire that I don't know what to do. I lie there, listening to the rhythm of our breathing. Why isn’t he reaching for me? I sense, through the stillness in the room, that he’s holding back, fighting the urge to close the distance between us.I shift restlessly, the urge to turn toward Josh growing stronger. Every creak of the bed and every rustle of the blankets seems amplified in the quiet. I wonder if he feels the same pull if he’s
Josh’s POVI wake up early, staring down at Harper as she sleeps peacefully in my arms. She nestles closer, clinging to me like a lifeline. I smile, imagining the incredulous look on someone's face if they knew she had insisted on sleeping on the couch.My phone rings, jolting me from my thoughts. I carefully move Harper aside and discreetly answer the call."Hello," I say softly, keeping my eyes glued to Harper, watching her like a hawk to see if she stirs. I sigh in relief when I realize she is still deeply asleep."Hello, Josh. I have the DNA results," the voice on the other end says."Oh, good. Thank you so much. Can you please send them to my email?" I replied."Sure, I'll do that," the voice responds.The idea of appearing at Trisha's door has crossed my mind often. I need closure, to resolve things between us. I feel nothing for Trisha, but I want to be certain if the child she claims is mine truly is.As I hang up the phone, I glance back at Harper, still sleeping soundly. The