November 3rd, 2023
Harlow Hanes
Life has been suspiciously good lately. I've been happier- and while this is a good thing, this usually means something bad is about to happen. The last time life was going this well my boyfriend met my parents and I got disowned. I guess I'll have to cross that bridge when I get to it.
For now I'll focus on how happy I am and try to keep it this way, though that'll probably be hard to do because ever since I became a manager every three seconds some old lady wants to speak with the manager.
I was in my "office" looking through paperwork when Andy came running. He was breathing hard as fuck.
"Harlow!"
"I died." I sighed.
"This is serious!" He panted.
"What happened now?" I groaned. I'm so tired of people needing me. I'm not the only manager working today so why the hell am I needed every five seconds?
"Eloise's water just broke!"
"Fuck! Where?"
"She was on her way to the bathroom. She's in the hallway."
I told Eloise she needed to go home and stay home. Her baby is at high risk for an early arrival and we didn't want to risk her giving birth while on duty. Guess who didn't listen and is now having her baby while on duty? Eloise Bench of course!
I followed Andy to where she was located. She was sat on the floor moaning in groaning in a puddle of liquid.
"Eloise, my dear, what did I tell you? Need a reminder? I told you to go home! You didn't listen and now I have to close up early. After you give birth and are ready to come back you shall not. Your seven day suspension will start immediately." I was annoyed, and Reggie was going to be pissed.
I understand she was working so she'd have money when her baby came but we do paid leave time. She wasn't missing out on anything.
I left her to grab my phone so I could make a couple calls. The first one went to Reggie and the other one went to Ashley. She was one of Salem's friends. Salem, Ashley, Raven, Lilian, and I started hanging out weekly. I got to know more about Salem's family and she got to know about mine.
Outgoing call to 'Ashley'
Hi, Harlow.
Hey!
Everything okay? Did Halo or Atticus get hurt?
They're fine. My employee, on the other hand, is in active labor in front of my bathroom. Her water broke like three minutes ago.
Did you want me, directly, or were you okay with me sending people to you?
I don't care who you send just please get her out before my boss comes back.
I'm on my way. It'll be me, two nurses, and lots of equipment so make sure the area she's in is clear.
Thank you!
Of course! See you in a few.
Call ended
I wanted to scream so bad but I didn't. I refrained myself from doing so. I now had to go make an announcement to whoever was still in the building.
"Hello!" I raised my voice but I wasn't yelling. I didn't need to. "I'm deeply sorry for what I'm about to do. I need everyone to leave immediately. You can pay at the two booths out front but then you have to go. I do sincerely apologize."
There was lots of chit chatter once I finished talking. These people were rightfully upset. Again; Eloise was instructed to go home and stay there. She didn't listen and because of that we lost a significant amount of money.
Ten minutes later all customers were gone and Ashley had arrived.
"Harlow, where is she?"
I pointed in the direction Eloise was in. I needed to sit down. I went back to my office to fill out Eloise's suspension paperwork. I put that on Reggie's desk and then texted Salem to let her know I'm ready.
She was coming to get me because she had a surprise for me. I had to work and she didn't want me to not go in so we agreed to do it after I got off.
Salem ð¤
I need you to
speed over here
WHY?
What happened?!
I'm tired as fuck
and I'm ready to go
one of my cooks
is in labor in front
of the bathroom
Your day sounded
eventful
That's an
understatement
Alright baby I'm
on my way I'll see
you soon
Hallelujah!!!
I went over to the other manager's office, Stephanie. She's usually quiet which is probably why nobody asks her for anything.
"Steph, I'm leaving. Eloise should be gone within the next hour or so." I told her.
"Okay. I'll send everyone home in a second. Have a good rest of your day."
I have her a thumbs up before heading back over to Ashley and Eloise.
"Ash, Salem is on her way so I'm gonna head out."
"Tell her I said hi!"
"Will do." I chuckled dryly, leaving the women to head back to the front.
I was only standing outside for a couple minutes then Salem appeared. I have never been more happy to see a person in my life.
"Salem!" I cheered, running up to her.
"Hello!" She laughed.
She was a couple inches taller than me so I had to stand on my tippy toes to kiss her. The pass month has been a dream, honestly. Our relationship has blossomed even more and I couldn't be happier.
We walked back over to her car and got in. As we drove she kept one hand on the wheel and the other on my thigh. I would catch her sneaking little glances at me and when I turned to look at her she would snap her head back.
What are we, teenagers?
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Colonizers ð
Guys
Guys
Omg
Guys
Silly Lilly
You really know
how to kill the
mood
Finnegan
Maybe it's
important?
Thank you
Fin!!!
And it is
Silly Lilly
What could
possibly be
so important
that you had to
interrupt?
You know how
Salem said she
had a surprise
for me after work?
Finnegan
Yeah?
SHE ASKED ME
TO BE HER
GIRLFRIEND
AMD I SAID YES
Silly Lilly
HARLOW WHY
THE FUCK WOULD
YOU DO THAT
Finnegan
Oh my god...
Should I have
said no?
Silly Lilly has removed Finnegan from the conversation
Babe, you're
still fucking JJ!
And he's under
the impression
that you're single
You SHOULD NOT
have told Salem yes
Oh shit...
YEAH "Oh shit"
You need to either
break up with Salem
or tell JJ whatever y'all
have going on besides
coparenting needs to
stop
Before he tells Salem
himself and you know
how he feels about
y'all's relationship
FUCK
Ok I will!!!
Silly Lilly added Finnegan to the conversation
Finnegan
What happened?
I got yelled
at â¹ï¸
Silly Lilly
For a good reason
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A/n: Harlow is an idiot. How do you forget you're still having sex with someone?! But anyways the drama is about to begin so make sure you grab your snacks and get ready!!!!
-Mj