Kendrick's eyebrows furrowed when he saw the messages. "What a waste," he responded coldly.

The reply was quick. "You didn't make yourself clear, so you can't blame her."

"This doesn't count," Kendrick retorted.

"Well, you made the rules."

Kendrick could almost picture the gloating grin on the man's face. He was starting to get more annoyed.

"I'll see her once I finish with the work on hand."

After he was done replying, Kendrick tossed his phone aside and sank into the couch. His gaze was