Of men and Dramas

(ARIELLE'S POV.)

I sat at the dining table, messing around with my laptop, trying to nail down an idea for a food blog. But so far, nothing was really clicking. I was just staring at the screen, at some animated chef holding a tray of pasta. The smile on his face felt almost ironic, given where "My respect, my queen. You still got the mood to work?"

my head was at.

I heard her before I saw her-Ashley's voice echoing down the stairs, and I couldn't help but flash a bitter smile. I looked up, and there she was, walking toward me. She had quietly stepped in to help with Maverick, and honestly, I couldn't thank her enough for it. "He's sound asleep. Was a little sad mummy couldn't read him his favorite bedtime story though," she sighed with a tired smile as she plonked down into a chair beside mine at the dining table.

I let out a long, exhausted breath, slumping back in my seat.

"Thank you, Ash. Seriously, what would I do without you?"

"I know, right?" She did a little happy dance in her seat, then winked at me. "I'll wear my trophies with pride, thank you very much."

I chuckled, appreciating her attempt to lighten the mood.

"So..." She dragged the word out, clearly building up to something. "Two guys fighting over you? For a chance to be with you? I gotta admit, I misjudged Dwayne. If he ever switches careers, he's definitely winning an Oscar. Jared, though? Not so much." "Geez, Ash." I sat up, feeling more self-conscious.

"I mean they literally almost tore out at each other's eyes back in the car," she said on a humorous note and burst out laughing.

"Shhh, you'll wake Maverick," I said, rubbing my temple, but I couldn't help the smile that crept onto my face. I guess that's just how it goes when you're a single mom-finding a reason to smile, even in the middle of all the chaos.

"Oh yeah. Right. Bet he'll find it funny too," Ashley laughed again, quietly this time. "But how're you really?" she asked, her voice growing more serious.

just... confusing. I'm in this mess, and I don't know how to get out. I've got questions, Ash. Why now? Why

really fine men," Ashley said, flashing me a coy smile. "One really fine guy... and another fine

though she was clearly still

need advice. What would you do if you were me?" I looked

my advice? What's there to

on, Ash. Be serious now,"

hotter, wealthier guy. He

knew it was no time to make silly

her face softened, and she got more serious. "Okay, for real though... I think all of this drama is too much for you and Maverick. You're doing great on your own. The last thing you need is more man drama screwing up

you hire a new boyfriend to get them both out of the way. That little Stephan guy wasn't

"Ashley!"

more seriously I bet," she said through fits of muffled laughter, then she sat down next to Maverick's blocks and picked up a green

is J, and this one is D." she acted like a real teacher. "J hurt you deeply in the past,

"I can." I murmured.

""Hey listening!"

I sighed.

here's D, pursuing you. He suddenly revealed his shocking identity and confessed his feelings." she paused and smiled, took another block which was red and bigger, "this, was Your future Arielle. Well and maybe your

facing J, the pain

experienced is real-miscarriage,

divorce. These

your life. Now he wants to come back, asking for a second chance. It's understandable to feel angry and to question his motives. The key question is: Is it that you truly let go

you don't need to make any decisions right now. There's no rush. Be honest with him about your hesitation if he truly cares for you he will give you the time and space you need. Get to Know Him. He made such a bold move to pursue you, it's touching, yes. But can he

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