Hardin's POV

I woke suddenly and tilted my head from side to side. I soon realized that I was in Freda's room and I brought my gaze to look at her as she lay beside me engrossed in her sleep. I stared at her for a moment, and I could not help but admire her the way she was. I knew my feelings were growing rapidly for her, and it was not going down well with me. I thought. I moved out of the bed slowly and gently, as I did not want to wake her up.

I got dressed quickly and gave her one last stare. She looked innocent...