Chapter 0502

I am jealous. Jealous that Ava has this with Noah. She also has a close relationship with Gunner. Why didn't I wake up from my foolishness before it was too late? My only prayer is that even if Gunner and I don't get to be as close as Ava and Noah are, at least we'll get to the point where he doesn't hate my guts.

"I'm not, I promise," I whisper even as my voice catches.

He gives me a searing look before he turns.

"Noah," I call to him before he leaves. His back stiffens but he looks at me over his shoulder. "I'm sorry. For treating your mom horribly and trying to get between your father and her. I'm truly sorry."

I didn't expect him to say anything back, and he doesn't. Instead, he turns back around and leaves me standing at the door.

Sighing, I wonder whether I should enter or just wait for Ava to come and welcome me. My mother's teaching was still ingrained in my head years later. I'd never enter someone's house without an invite.

Seconds later, Ava walks towards me. More like wobbles. Her baby bump was becoming more visible each time! saw her. She couldn't hide it now. It was obvious she is expecting, even with baggy clothes.

in a sweet voice. "I'm so sorry for Noah's behavior. I didn't know that he'd leave you standing on our

before stepping

that I'm not his favorite

it personally; once he gets to know

okay, Ava. I understand.

They're

an exact replica of Rowan. That includes his loyalty and protectiveness. I understand why he would view me as an enemy. Gunner doesn't like me very much, and that translates to Noah hating me

grabs my hand and we walk down the hallway. I can't help but stare at the décor. The house is amazing, both inside and

home," I comment as my eyes continued

it is a home. It is filled with a kind of warmth that I've always desired to have in my own

a clean and fresh start. A home with new and beautiful memories.

past encroaching on my present. For that to happen, though, I need to fix things. Just like Rowan and

down on the

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