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.

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

I wear sandals or sneakers? I’m wearing

aloud.

rock climbing and

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

I’ll change into sportswear,” Ava replied, urgency colored

time,” he replied, unperturbed. The rest

gate swung open. A Bugatti emerged,

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

beige baseball cap rested atop the head, providing shelter from the warm sun. On the feet, a pair of small white shoes radiated youthful energy from

but sigh inwardly. It appeared fitting for Hackett to classify him as a “manther.”

out, Ava briskly walked into his embrace. Her hands found rest at his waist, and she looked up at

was not meant to be seen, they looked away.

adorned Ava’s face, and

not promise to come see you? Frank replied.

on Frank’s lips, not once but twice. How could a man who had missed someone so deeply restrain himself from such playful

freshly applied lipstick immediately transferred to his lips. A sweet fragrance

the kiss concluded, her breathing slightly

Ava had become adept at deciphering this automatic response

would start with rock climbing, followed by archery. They intended to explore a

stopped Hackett from delivering special meals for his pregnant wife. Her prolonged detachment from the organization made reintegration necessary. To allow Rose some

everyone.

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

process, she came across Ava’s post. The photo depicted Ava rock climbing, gripping the ropes, and standing atop

evidently captured the

Frank had meticulously planned their trip to Sapphire City, which explained why he had gone without her. As she thought

through medical records. She glanced up,

her lips and said,

and questioned, “Sherri, I have not even been in a relationship. How can I have a broken heart? I don’t even

prolonged sigh. Tell me, why is this

replied, “Cranky Franky had ruthlessly abandoned me.

was at a loss for words.

those fancy characters’ play. It is rather absurd.” Sherri commented as she

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

I woke up, he was already in bed at the Sapphire Hotel. You can see it for yourself in Ava’s post. However, Cranky Franky felt remorse for his actions, so he got a ticket for me to go to Artroyland with all

proudly as she spoke, clearly fond of

Natalie reviewed their essence. Frank hai journeyed to

apart for nearly a month and clearly

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