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.

Noah's behavior. I didn't know that he'd leave you standing on our doorstep when I sent

me before stepping aside for me

I know that

it was rude of him and he'll be hearing from me later on. Don't take it personally; once

I understand. He's just protective

Gunner. They're best

me. Like I said, Noah is 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

walk down the hallway. I can't help but stare at

home," I comment as my eyes continued

filled with a kind of warmth that I've always desired to have in my

she replies. "The other house had so many bad memories. We bought this one because we wanted a clean and fresh start. A home with new and beautiful memories. Not one that was

past encroaching on my present. For

sit down on

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