Total pages in book: 57
Estimated words: 52932 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 265(@200wpm)___ 212(@250wpm)___ 176(@300wpm)
Estimated words: 52932 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 265(@200wpm)___ 212(@250wpm)___ 176(@300wpm)
She grins. It’s a soft, radiant smile that lights up her face.
“So have I,” she confesses. “But I didn’t think it was possible, not with everything else that’s going on.”
“It is possible,” I assure her. “We just have to fight for it, like we fight for everything else.”
She nods, leaning into my touch. “You’re right. We can’t let fear dictate our lives.”
“No, we can’t,” I agree. “We have to be brave for ourselves and for each other.”
The stars begin to twinkle in the darkening sky, and the cool night air wraps around us. But despite the chill, there’s a warmth between us and a shared resolve that strengthens my conviction.
“We should get back,” Harley says after a while, but neither of us makes a move to leave. “There’s still so much to do.”
“Aye, we need to finish our preparations if we’re going to be ready in time,” I say, but my heart aches at the thought of leaving this moment behind. “I can’t wait for the fight tomorrow.”
“Do you enjoy it?” she asks, and the question feels as if it’s filled with intrigue rather than judgement.
“I do when it’s directed towards someone who deserves it,” I admit. I’ve never lied to her, never hidden anything so she’d find me more attractive. This time is no different.
“That makes sense,” she says softly. I watch her as she considers my words, then nods. “My father is the same. He doesn’t hurt innocent people, which is why I agreed to step into his shoes when he needed me. I want to do right by him and by the organisation, and I want to ensure everything he built survives.”
“You’re a good person, Harley.”
Looking at her now, I see the innocence from all those years ago. She may know all there is to know about her father’s business, but she’s still pure at heart.
“I don’t know about that. I think it’s just that I’ve been raised by a man who taught me to fight for what I believe in and to never give up or give in,” she responds as she looks up into my eyes.
Her stare is a dagger straight to my chest. The future after tomorrow is still uncertain, and once this is all over, there’ll be some difficult decisions to make.
“It’s a good lesson to learn and to live by,” I agree with a nod, trying to break the tension.
As much as I want to kiss her again, I know it’s best to keep my distance until we determine what’s going to happen between us.
“Just remember. Sometimes, choices need to be selfish, or you’ll forever live for others,” she tells me.
As we make our way back to the car, our kiss lingers in my thoughts. It’s a reminder of what we’re fighting for—not just for survival, but for a future worth living.
We drive back in comfortable silence that’s filled with unspoken understanding. When we reach the hotel, the others are waiting, their faces tense with anticipation.
“We’ve got our work cut out for us,” Harley says, her voice steady and strong. “But we have a plan, and we’re going to see it through. Gordon and the Mod Boys won’t know what hit them.”
The others nod, their respect for Harley evident in their eyes. She’s earned their trust, just as she’s earned mine.
As we huddle together, discussing the final details of our plan, I steal a glance at her. She’s a force to be reckoned with, and I’m proud to stand by her side.
Perhaps, when the danger is past and the dust settles, we’ll find a way to explore the connection between us. For now, though, we need to focus on the fight ahead, knowing that together, we are unstoppable.
The night air is crisp as we gather outside Shaun Hunt’s house, our breath forming small clouds in the dim light. Hades leans against the car, arms crossed, as his eyes scan our surroundings with practised vigilance. Racer paces nearby, his leather jacket creaking with each step, and a restless energy radiating from him. I stand between them, feeling the weight of the night pressing down on my shoulders.
“Right, let’s go over this one more time,” I say, my voice steady but low. “We know Gordon and the leader of the Mod Boys are meeting at the warehouse. Hades and I will be in position inside with a small team of Shaun’s men, and Racer will be with the rest of the men outside, covering all exits.”
Hades nods. “We’ve got the element of surprise. We need to hit them fast and hard. No hesitation.”
Racer stops pacing and turns to face us, his expression serious. “I’ve coordinated with the men. They know their positions and the timings. As soon as you move in, we’ll close the perimeter.”
I glance at my watch. “It’s almost time. Let’s head out and meet Shaun’s men near the warehouse. We need to ensure everyone’s in place before Gordon and his accomplices arrive.”