Shards Of Pain

It's a Small World After All

Knock Knock

Charlotte woke up to the sound of someone knocking on the door. She reluctantly pulled herself out of bed, where a very hot, very sexy, very naked Henry Hart was still sleeping after their activities earlier that day.

Knock Knock

Charlotte heard again. The person on the other side was clearly getting impatient. Charlotte pulled on Henry's sweat and his Basketball T-shirt before going to answer the door. She opened the door with a smile on her face while considering the amazing mood she was currently in after the hot sex she had with Henry a couple of hours earlier. Hoping it was Chloe, she opened the door all the way and immediately the smile disappeared. She was looking in the eyes of Grant Henderson.

Grant, What are you doing here? How did you find me? she asked.

Hello, Charlotte. How are you? I went to the front desk and asked for Charlotte Paige's room and they sent me here. I heard the Swellview was here and knew you would be too since you're a cheerleader. he said walking past her into the room.

I didn't invite you in. She said as she shut the door, trying to keep it quiet so Henry could stay asleep.

Interesting outfit. He said gesturing to her outfit consisting of Henry's shirt and Henry's pants.

What are you doing here, Grant? she asked crossing her arms across her chest.

Char, I missed you. I miss us. I'm sorry for what I did to you and how it changed your life. I just want to make it better I know we can be great again. He said taking her hand. She immediately snatched her hand back from him and took a few steps away from him.

Grant, NO. There is no us. There will never be an us again. You did it. You had changed my life into a living hell. You screwed up any chance of there ever being an us. I've moved on, it's time you did as well. She said firmly.

Charlotte, Come on. He begged to raise his voice slightly.

Shut up, Grant. I don't want to wake Henry and have him hit you again. That's over with. There is no us. Can you please just leave? I've moved on. Just let me be happy. She begged.

We're meant to be, Charlotte. I know it and Henry knows it too. he said frantically, loud enough for Henry to open his eyes. He sat up when he saw Grant standing by Charlotte. The defensive stance of Charlotte and showed him that she was not comfortable.

What the hell are you doing? He asked, reaching over the bed searching for his clothes and it registered when he saw Charlotte wearing them.

Char, can you bring me some pants or something, please? He called to her, wanting to go stand by her side but was unable to. Charlotte smiled when she realized she was wearing his clothes, there was something comforting about wearing his clothes. It made her feel closer to him. She tossed him a pair of basketball shorts and watched as he slid them on. When he was clothed, he got out of bed and put his arm around Charlotte's waist with his hand reaching her small baby bump.

I was talking to Charlotte, Hart. You can go climb back into bed. he bitterly, seeing Henry's hand around her waist. Charlotte leaned into his side, wishing Grant would disappear.

You need to leave now. Henry threatened.

Now, Why would I do that? I'm not done talking to Charlotte. Grant said.

Let's just say if you don't walk willingly, I'll be throwing you out and you won't like it one bit. Henry seethed, hating seeing Charlotte uncomfortable.

Right. The Macho act is getting a little old, Hart. Grant said flashing a smile.

I will protect what's mine. Charlotte is my girlfriend and I will do whatever it takes to protect her. So I suggest you leave right now. Henry said pointing to the door.