Page 7 of Beating Heart
Easton
Just know we’ve got your back. Always. And if you change your mind and want to get the hell out of Magnolia Falls, just say the word. We’ll get you moved back home in no time.
I signed a six-month contract, so I’m locked in for at least that long.
Easton
Hey, I know a good lawyer who’s great at getting people out of contracts.
I chuckled. My brother was an attorney, and a ruthless one at that. He may have chosen to open his practice in the small town we grew up in, but he was highly sought after and commuted to the city often for trial cases.
Love you, E.
Easton
Love you, Em. Remember, we can activate these twin powers of ours anytime, so if you need me, I’m there. You know that, right?
Yes. But I’m good. I promise. Get back to world domination and stop worrying.
Easton
I sighed and tried to push away all the thoughts that were flooding my mind when my phone vibrated again.
Unknown Number
Hey, it’s Collin. Please unblock me, Em. It’s been so long, and I miss you. I want to explain things.
I blocked this latest phone number just like I’d done to all the numbers he’d tried to reach me from since our relationship imploded.
There was nothing to explain.
But his arrogant ass thought he could talk his way out of this.
He was definitely giving himself way too much credit.
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Nash
Why does one think it’s okay to move into a home on a Saturday morning when the sun is barely even up yet?
Romeo
Early bird gets the worm?
King
Hey, I’m a morning guy. I like to start the day out right. I always like to please my lady before the sun comes up.
Hayes
Are you fucking kidding me right now, you dicksausage? I will beat your ass if you talk about pleasing your lady on this group text.
I barked out a laugh. Kingston was dating and now living with Hayes’s sister, Saylor. They had hit some bumps in the road when it initially happened, but everyone was happy about it now. But Kingston loved to push the envelope with his comments, and Hayes wasn’t having it.
