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

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

aloud.

climbing and archery, Frank

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

me a few more minutes. I’ll change into

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

gate swung open. A Bugatti emerged, coasting alongside Frank’s

waist. Her cascading curly hair framed her face, and on her wrist gleamed the bracelet he had gifted her, its sparkle dancing with

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

It appeared fitting for Hackett to classify him as

Her hands found rest at his waist,

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

adorned Ava’s face, and she inquired, “How did you

to come see

lips, not once but twice. How could a man who had missed someone so deeply restrain himself from such playful teasing?

cradled the back of her head, and the freshly applied lipstick immediately transferred to his lips. A sweet fragrance lingered between their lips, and as they parted,

concluded, her breathing slightly heavier. She asked. ‘Did you miss

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

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

Her prolonged detachment from the organization made reintegration

everyone.

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

on her hands, 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.

he had

glanced up, her suspicion evident,

next to them, puckered her lips

in a relationship. How can I have a broken heart? I

prolonged sigh. Tell me, why

replied, “Cranky Franky had ruthlessly abandoned me. Spare me this discussion about

Sherri was at a loss for words.

using the modern language? Cut out those fancy characters’ play. It is rather absurd.” Sherri

her sigh. In a sad voice, she said, “It’s just that Cranky Franky had promised to take me to Sapphire City tomorrow, yet he sneaked away without me last night.

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 expenses

spoke, clearly fond of

Rose’s words, Natalie reviewed their essence. Frank hai journeyed

timeline, the couple had been apart for nearly a month

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