Turning Of The Tide

Chapter 310

At the Turner family, Natalie remained sequestered in her room. Meanwhile, she had already ousted Trevon downstairs, Girl talk, at times, simply didn’t necessitate the presence of boys.

A real nuisaTICE.

Once she received a message from Rose, Ava had completely sorted out the ins and outs of the situation, and it was simply unrealistic for her heart not to be shaken and stirred.

The exchanges with Frank these past days played out vividly in her mind, flickering like scenes in a slideshow.

After a brief moment of being lost in her thoughts, Ava finally opened up to Natalie, saying, “Natalie, Rose spilled the beans. that the genius is Frank But what should I do? He’s sent me a friend request, and I haven’t hit accept.”

Despite replaying her chat history with Frank over and over during this stretch, the shock lingered. Who would have thought that the hours spent chatting and staying up late to debug were with the guy she fancied? Now, that was a surprise,

WINDIT IN

Oh, it had been a surprise and quite the jaw-dropper.

“Frank was the undercover powerhouse, oh my gosh,” thonglit she. She felt a rush of excitement.

Natalie quipped. No wonder Ava always sensed something was off when Frank played down his tech prowess. It turns out the bugs were his game.”

Natalie gently tousled Ava’s hair, looking at Ava with a moved expression. She gave a soft smile, “Don’t dwell on it. Follow your heart’s lead. If it strikes a chord, accept the friend request, and, in a friendly manner, say thank you”

“I’m on the same page. Emotions are one thing, and gratitude is another. Sure, he might have been aloof emotionally once, but his academic guidance made a real difference. Let’s call it what it is. Basic courtesy matters.”

She couldn’t afford to be rude. Regardless of whether he was an expert, expressing gratitude was a fundamental gesture.

Since childhood. Emma had emphasized the art of being human, learning to act like a person before anything else. Simply appearing human wouldn’t suffice if her actions weren’t attuned to human

Following her instincts, Ava tapped the “accept” button on her phone, gazing at the chat interface that had been out of sight for so long. Her heart clenched

Previously, she had pursued hun with determination, unburdened by emotional baggage, and an exit plan in hand. If things didn’t work out, she’d gracefully bow out. Later, their chats took on a mentor-student tone, with him as the expert-no emotional strings attached. But now, it was real-a genuine person. And yes, she felt a twinge of nervousness.

It was as if everything suddenly slipped away from her

She wondered if there would be a message popping up on the screen later.

What should she even write?

How was he doing?

perhaps, did he grab a bite

stayed seated, not bothering to change her clothes. Seeing Ava lost in thought, phone in hand, she reached over and

changed the subject, steering the conversation away. One couldn’t keep fixating on one problem. It was a sure

phone over and clutching it. “I’ve made up my mind. Fll stick to the original plan. I’ve got my temper

she was acting. “Well then, let’s

over heels in love just a few days into his pursuit. Once Frank was

hand, her eyes gleaning.

to come racing over if they catch wind

a heads-up, and I have the servants prepare.

you left arm in arm with

As a doctor, she was less observant about someone’s gender compared

was a bit of a

that’s her Alex prefers a more masculine style of dress. She’s quite a unique soul. Loyal and principled, she even got into Sapphire

genumely looks out for you. But what if Frank and Rose decide to drop by this

up, well, I’m ready for whatever comes. Once they stepm, they’re guests, and I’ll extend a warm welcome.

the afternoon gathering. It was a rare chance to hang out, and heading out would likely result in Joseph

We’re having a gathering at the manor this afternoon. Quick, put your heads together and brainstorm how to dress up

suit, curling her lips. She selected a short

(Give me an

way Delay even by a minute, and you’re a

(Sherri, didn’t you say it’s about finding balance? What kind of

of

You’re texting even in this state. You’re pretty damn

a question mark and added a personal touch with a crafted

burst into laughter Avas putting up a protest. Be careful with your wording, or Natalie might reprimand

side Sherri prodded Hackett, “Hackett, feeling

was panting heavily sweat dripping down his forehead in beads, falling onto Sherri’s collarbone. “Sherri, you’re driving me crazy with this pace It’s

to get too exhausted. How about picking up the pace a bit?”

his wife, he had to endure her teasing. He couldn’t text right now but would get back to her later T deal with you Later tonight Let’s see if you can still be clear-headed enough to play with your phone.” In the next

in ripped jeans might not be the best idea, especially considering Emma had a certain level of sophistication. After a moment’s consideration, she rummaged

wand to wave her collarbone-length hair. After she was satisfied with her hair, she nodded approvingly at her reflection in the mirror. After

She was indeed.

touch of makeup

box from her suitcase. Choosing an emerald gemstone pendant necklace, she delicately