A Rich Thug And His BBW Baddie: A STANDALONE SHORT STORY

Denim “D-Lo” Carter has hated Valentine’s Day for as long as he can remember. After losing the two most important people in his life on a night the world calls “the most romantic,” love has never been on his radar. Feelings? Off the table. Relationships? Not interested. And with the holiday creeping up again, D-Lo has zero plans to entertain the fake, heart-shaped hype.

But don’t get it twisted—D-Lo is far from average. He’s got the look, the presence, and the smooth demeanor of a street king, but his grind is all the way legit. No corners cut. No dirt on his name. Just a man stacking his paper, minding his business, and protecting his peace... until she comes along.

Mia Joseph, the baddest BBW in all of ATL, used to be the queen of Valentine’s. Roses, chocolates, candlelit dinners—she lived for it. But after the only man she ever trusted played her like she wasn’t a prize, Mia shut all that love stuff down. Now? She knows she can have any man she wants but refuses to let another one get close enough to break her heart twice.

So, what happens when two people who swore off love collide right before the holiday, they both despise? Will sparks fly and walls crumble? Or will Denim’s cold heart and Mia’s guarded soul turn Valentine’s into just another day to survive?

Get ready for a Hood Rich Romance dripping with undeniable chemistry, late-night vibes, and a love story you’ll hate to see end.