Giving In

Later that night, Harriett got a text from Damien, telling her that he would be dropping the twins off at their school and that she didn’t have to worry about it.

Harriet thanked him. It was really thoughtful of him and the fact that he also had work that morning warmed her heart.

Harriett didn’t sleep when she got home. After spending some time with her twins and having dinner, she went to her room and opened her laptop to complete some work, so it didn’t pile up. She had not even begun when a call from Damien came in. A blush appeared on her face upon seeing his name. He had texted her only one hour ago, and he was already calling.

“Why are you awake, Harriet?” His voice came up the minute she picked up the call.

“I’ll be going to bed soon. I just have a few documents to review.* Harriet replied, and she heard him hiss.

“Go to bed, my love,” He said without realizing it. It is only when the line goes silent that he realizes what he has said.

Harriet bit her lips in an attempt t