Hardin's POVMy phone chimed in my pocket and I quickly reached out to grab it and check what notification came in. My eyes suddenly went wide as I saw the content of the notification. Just as I was about to dial the contact, a call came in and I picked up immediately. “What's going on?” I said immediately I placed the phone on my ear.“Everything is going well. Did you see the text that I sent?” He asked about and I nodded my head rapidly.“Yes, I saw it. How sure are you that this is true information?” I asked curiously, waiting anxiously for him to respond.“It's very legit. She is in town. She came in a couple of days ago.” He said, and I heaved a sigh as I thought of what next to do.“Where is she?” I asked.“Her usual place.” He said, and I took a deep breath as I could not believe that Shelby was around.“I will get back to you,” I said and quickly cut the call, placing the phone back in my pocket as I slowly tapped my lip, thinking of what next to do. I leaned backward to res
Hardin's POVShe ran out of the room immediately, and I stood up to follow her.“Who was that?” Shelby asked and I gave her a wild look.“Freda!” I yelled her name, but she was far gone. Just as I was about to go out of the room, my phone began to ring, and I walked to where it was to pick it up.“Why is he calling me?” I whispered as I saw who was calling. I bounced the call at first because of how angry I was at that moment.“Why did you not lock the door?” I asked angrily as I tilted my head to give her a wild look, and she gestured, looking surprised.“Who was that Hardin and why didn't she knock before coming into the room rudely.” She asked, and I took a deep breath as I tilted my head away slowly, trying to calm my nerves. My phone rang again and this time I picked up the call.“What?” I asked in a thunderous tone and waited anxiously for a reply.“Boss, there is a serious issue.” He said over the phone, and I could not help but wonder what he was talking about.“What is it?” I
Hardin’s POV“What took you see long?” I asked as I walked past her. Freda stood there, her face flushed with anger, her eyes blazing with fury. The intensity of her gaze was enough to pierce through a metal. I could feel the weight of her disappointment and betrayal hanging heavily in the air. It was as if the room had suddenly become smaller, suffocating me with its charged atmosphere.“You've got some nerve, Hardin, how dare you do this to me,” Freda said as she walked towards me angrily. My mind raced, desperately trying to make sense of the situation. I never intended to hurt Freda, but that doesn't mean she gets to speak to me like this.“Watch your tongue woman, don't speak to me in that tone” I warned her but it was clear that she wasn't having it.“Oh please Hardin what more can you do to me at this point, why did you make me feel so special if you were going fuck another woman the next day?” Freda yelled angrily her voice rising in volume and intensity, I felt a mix of frust
Hardin's POV“I am not going anywhere. I belong here and this is where I will stay.” Shelby said, and I gave her a stern look for a moment. I heaved a sigh as I tilted my head away from her slightly before bringing it back again.“You can't stay here, Shelby. Get your stuff if you have any and go back to your house. I will meet you there when I resolve this.” I said sharply as I stared into her eyes. She shrugged, getting me more infuriated. Just as I was about to talk again, she beat me to it, talking first.“Have you forgotten who I am to you? I am Shelby, your girlfriend.” She said, and I heaved a sigh as I wiped my face with the back of my palm.“What has come over you? Why are you trading words with me?” I asked in a sharp tone, gesturing every word that I said. “I am not doing any of that. All I am saying is that I cannot leave the house for that thing. Why didn't you even tell her that you already have a girlfriend? I am sure she is one of those girls that throw themselves at
Freda's POVI slowly opened my eyes, the morning light seeping in through the curtains, casting a soft glow in the room. As I tried to sit up, I felt a hand gently holding me down. Confused, I turned my head and saw Hardin lying beside me, his arm wrapped around me, holding me tight.His eyes fluttered open, and our gazes locked. At that moment, a mix of emotions flooded through me. I couldn't deny the anger and hurt that lingered from what he had done, but there was something about him in this vulnerable morning light that tugged at my heart.I studied his face, the lines of worry and regret etched across his features. It was as if I could see the weight of his actions weighing heavily on him. And despite everything, I couldn't help but find him undeniably cute in this unguarded moment.A part of me wanted to push him away, to hold onto my anger and protect myself from further pain. But another part of me longed for the connection we once had, the warmth and familiarity of his touch.
Freda's POVAs I tried to find my voice, my mind raced with a thousand thoughts. How could she say something so cruel? Did she truly believe that I was one of Hardin's dolls, or was it just an attempt to hurt me? I felt anger welling up inside me, but I knew that responding with anger would only escalate the situation further.Taking a deep breath, I mustered up all the strength I had left. I looked Shelby in the eyes, trying to maintain a calm exterior despite the turmoil within me. I refused to let her words define me, to let them shake my self-worth."I am not a doll," I said firmly, my voice steady. "And I can't blame you for thinking I am one, since those are the kind of girls you associate with"Shelby's expression shifted to a mix of surprise and perhaps even a hint of regret. It seemed as though she hadn't expected such a response from me."It doesn't matter, to Hardin what you are, you are only here to warm his bed while I the true love of life take care of the business"As m
Hardin's POVAs we arrived back at the house, I turned to Freda and said, “What's the problem” I noticed she had been quiet all through our way back and I couldn't help but think something was wrong.“Nothing” she replied nonchalantly as she made a sudden move to get out, but I instinctively reached out and held her hand back. I could feel her tension, her desire to escape from the situation. It was clear that she had been avoiding me ever since she saw me with Shelby. And as much as I wanted to put on a facade of not caring, the truth was, that I cared deeply.“Let me go,” she said angrily. I could feel the tension building between us as she tried to pull her hands away from mine. Frustration and anger surged through me, and without thinking I yelled at her, “Just shut up and stop acting like a little bitch” my voice filled with authority. But instead of bringing her closer, my attempts to assert control only seemed to push her further away.I realized the mistake I had made. I had
Freda's POVI lay on my bed, the weight of my thoughts pressing down on me. Hardin, that complicated and troubled man, had left a mark on my heart that I couldn't seem to erase. Despite all the pain and hurt he had caused, I found myself unable to shake him from my mind.I closed my eyes, hoping to find some respite from the memories that haunted me. I tried to conjure up all the horrible things he had done, the lies, the betrayal, the way he tore my world apart. I wanted to focus on those moments, to remind myself of the pain he had inflicted, in the hopes that it would extinguish this lingering affection.But as hard as I tried, my mind drifted back to the moments of tenderness, the stolen glances, and the fleeting moments of joy we had shared. It was as if those memories had a gravitational pull, drawing me back into the web of emotions I had tried so desperately to escape.Confusion washed over me, mingling with frustration. How could I still feel this way for someone who had hurt