Turning Of The Tide

Chapter 379

Chapter 379

It was 11 o’clock in the morning.

The sun cast its brilliant light upon Sapphire City, scorching everything in its path, mirroring the fiery heat that consumed.

Frank’s heart.

His car was parked at the entrance of the estate. Instead of entering, he dialed Ava’s number. He rested his head against the car seat, gazing skyward at the expanse adorned with a sun ablaze in fiery red.

Swiftly. Ava’s cheerful voice answered the call “Frank,” she said, “Are you awake?”

Her voice infused him with an unexplainable joy. Frank’s lips curved slightly as he responded, “Where are you going today?”

Ava’s tone held a touch of despair. With Alex on vacation and unable to visit Athana, time was constrained, and her words were tinged with resignation. “Reading at home and painting. There’s nowhere to go, she replied dejectedly.

In reality, her disappointment stemmed from not having a companion. She believed engaging with someone of vastly different perspectives would lead to mundane conversations. Coordinating activities with them would also be draining; she opted not to squander her time

Misaligned viewpoints gave rise to a lack of common ground – that’s what it boiled down to. They would never be on the same page.

Naturally, Frank discerned traces of disillusionment and languor in her words. “Come on out, he urged.

“Huh? What?” Ava, on the other end, queried in confusion.

Frank chuckled and said, “I am outside your residence. Get the driver to send you out. Let’s hang out for a while today”

The young girl seemed perplexed. Silence lingered on the line momentarily, and then Ava regained her bearings with a surprised tone. Her voice increased, and she asked, “Frank, are you outside? In Sapphire City? When did you arrive?”

Ava asked questions, but Frank did not find it bothersome. Her words tickled his heart, leaving it as light as a feather. He urged. “Step out, and I’ll explain.”

“Of course, I’m on my way. Stay on the line. I’ll put you on speaker. I’m dressed, and I will have to do my makeup. Wait for me. Ava responded, her words flowing without intent to end the call.

Frank did not disconnect either, and he agreed, saying, “Sure.”

Ava hurried to the bathroom, beginning her makeup routine. Gazing at her reflection, she realized her chosen attire was ideal for a date. Yet, facing a drawer overflowing with lipsticks, she wavered. She murmured to herself, “Which color should I opt for? Peach pink, cherry pink, subtle orange, apricot, or carrot?”

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The abundance of lipstick choices ignited the struggle to decide.

Sometimes, an excess of options was not necessarily beneficial as it complicated the decision-making process.

albeit unsure himself. “Subtle

of that shade too. Now, should I wear

aloud.

take you rock climbing

exciting activities were typical to Ava’s liking; they should captivate her. Her delight already radiated through the

a few more minutes. I’ll change into sportswear,” Ava

unperturbed. The rest

15 minutes later, the estate’s gate swung open. A Bugatti emerged, coasting alongside

decorative belt cinching her waist. Her cascading curly hair framed her face, and on her wrist gleamed the bracelet he had

the feet, a pair of small white shoes radiated youthful energy from head to

It appeared fitting for Hackett to classify him

and stepping out, Ava briskly walked into his embrace. Her hands found rest at

to an unspoken rule – if it was not meant to be seen, they looked away. The driver of the Bugatti immediately turned the car around

Ava’s face, and she inquired, “How

come see you?

cheerily. She tiptoed and planted a kiss on Frank’s lips, not once but twice. How could a man who had missed someone so deeply restrain

hand cradled the back of her head, and the freshly applied lipstick immediately transferred to his lips. A sweet fragrance lingered

against Frank’s chest as the kiss concluded, her breathing slightly heavier. She asked. ‘Did you miss me?”

lovingly. Ava had become adept at deciphering this automatic response – “Mm” meant “yes.

discussing and determining a plan, the two established their itinerary: they would start with rock climbing, followed by archery. They intended to explore a haunted house

prolonged detachment from the organization made

everyone.

she would travel the next day, and Frank would cover the expenses. She could indulge herself. Holding her phone, she occupied Sherri’s

came across Ava’s post. The photo depicted Ava rock climbing, gripping the ropes, and standing atop the highest point. Her triumphant gesture radiated

evidently captured

Sapphire City, which explained why he had gone

through medical records. She glanced up, her suspicion evident,

her lips and said, “You are nursing a heartache, aren’t

propped her head and questioned, “Sherri, I have not even been in a relationship. How can I have a broken

sigh. Tell me, why is this beauty heartbroken? Natalie asked

dramatically replied, “Cranky Franky had ruthlessly abandoned

Sherri was at a

characters’ play. It

sigh. In a sad voice, she said, “It’s just that Cranky Franky had promised to take me to Sapphire

post. However, Cranky Franky felt remorse for his actions, so he

chin tilted proudly as she spoke, clearly fond

their essence. Frank hai journeyed to

had been apart for nearly a month and clearly needed this

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