Chapter 0502
I am jealous. Jealous that Ava has this with Noah. She also has a close relationship with Gunner. Why didn't I wake up from my foolishness before it was too late? My only prayer is that even if Gunner and I don't get to be as close as Ava and Noah are, at least we'll get to the point where he doesn't hate my guts.
"I'm not, I promise," I whisper even as my voice catches.
He gives me a searing look before he turns.
"Noah," I call to him before he leaves. His back stiffens but he looks at me over his shoulder. "I'm sorry. For treating your mom horribly and trying to get between your father and her. I'm truly sorry."
I didn't expect him to say anything back, and he doesn't. Instead, he turns back around and leaves me standing at the door.
Sighing, I wonder whether I should enter or just wait for Ava to come and welcome me. My mother's teaching was still ingrained in my head years later. I'd never enter someone's house without an invite.
Seconds later, Ava walks towards me. More like wobbles. Her baby bump was becoming more visible each time! saw her. She couldn't hide it now. It was obvious she is expecting, even with baggy clothes.
in a sweet voice. "I'm so sorry for Noah's behavior. I didn't know that he'd leave
before stepping aside
know that I'm not
personally; once he gets
understand. He's just
Gunner. They're best
have to explain things to me. Like I said, Noah is an exact replica of Rowan. That includes his loyalty and protectiveness. I
hand and we walk down the hallway. I can't help but stare at
have a beautiful home," I comment as my eyes continued to wander around
home. It is filled with a kind of warmth that
fresh start. A home with new and beautiful memories. Not one that was shadowed by the past and that reminded me of the heartbreak
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