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.

dilemma, albeit unsure himself. “Subtle orange,’ he

fond of that shade too. Now, should I wear sandals or sneakers? I’m wearing a dress today,” Ava pondered

aloud.

climbing and

exciting activities were typical to Ava’s liking; they should captivate

I’ll change into sportswear,” Ava

your time,” he replied, unperturbed. The rest of his day

swung open. A Bugatti emerged, coasting alongside

white high-waisted shorts, and a beige decorative belt cinching her waist. Her

sun. On the feet, a pair of small white shoes radiated youthful energy from

could not help but sigh inwardly. It appeared fitting for Hackett to

into his embrace. Her hands

averted their gazes once more, adhering 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

adorned Ava’s face, and

promise to come see you?

by surprise, Ava respondeil cheerily. She tiptoed and planted a kiss on Frank’s lips, not once but

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

softly against Frank’s chest as the kiss concluded, her breathing slightly heavier. She

become adept at deciphering this automatic response – “Mm” meant

itinerary: they would start with rock climbing, followed by archery. They intended to explore

meals for his pregnant wife. Her prolonged detachment

everyone.

day, and Frank would cover the expenses. She could indulge

she began scrolling through her friends’ posts. In the process, she came across Ava’s post. The photo depicted Ava rock climbing, gripping the ropes, and standing atop the highest

evidently captured the photo.

which explained why he had gone without her.

glanced up, her suspicion evident, and questioned, “What’s

who was seated next to them, puckered her lips and said, “You

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

was a prolonged sigh. Tell me, why is this beauty heartbroken? Natalie asked poetically.

Rose embraced her role as an actress and dramatically replied, “Cranky Franky had ruthlessly abandoned me. Spare me this discussion about heartaches.”

this, Sherri was at a loss

It is rather absurd.” Sherri commented as she could not bear

the reason behind her sigh. In a sad voice, she said, “It’s just that Cranky Franky

see it for yourself in Ava’s post. However, Cranky

she spoke, clearly fond of her

Frank hai journeyed to Sapphire City

timeline, the couple had been apart for nearly a month and clearly needed this

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