Turning Of the Tide by Diana Sander

Chapter 437

Half an hour later, Ava wore comfortable home shoes and a comfortable sportswear outfit. She descended the stairs in a cheerful mood.-

She wore a pleasant smile as she hopped down the stairs, each step causing Frank, who followed closely behind her with concern, to feel his heart tighten. He was afraid she might tumble down the stairs.”

Unable to resist his concern, he spoke in a gentle tone, “Slow down. Be careful.

Ava looked around and didn’t spot the figure of Emma. She obediently responded, “Oh, where’s Mom?”

Frank remained cautious and quickly walked to the staircase, reaching out to hold her hand as she descended. He answered calmly, “She’s in the greenhouse.”

He had just seen the bodyguards moving numerous orchids and various flowers he didn’t recognize into the greenhouse. Emma was probably arranging and studying them.

Frank was not surprised that his mother–in–law enjoyed tending to flowers. From Emma’s personality and demeanor, it was evident that she was a patient, life–loving individual who understood and empathized with others.

Frank had heard people say that those who loved gardening also had certain expectations for their attire and appearance because they loved beauty.

This statement might hold true for his mother–in–law. She always dressed tastefully, radiating an elegant simplicity while maintaining the expected touch of luxury.

However, this statement wouldn’t apply to Rose. Rose loved flowers but not the act of gardening. Even a cactus wouldn’t be safe in her hands. Yet, she had a strong sense of aesthetics and always chased after the latest fashion trends.

Upon hearing that Emma was in the greenhouse, Ava habitually replied, “Okay, I thought Mom was doing yoga. By the way, Frank, does your mother do yoga?”

-Within a second, Ava thought of her futufe mother–in–law.

Frank held her hand and led her toward the dining room without immediately addressing the question. Instead, he was more concerned about her appetite. What would you like to eat?”

Ava pondered for a second and decided. “I’ll have a cup of hot milk. It’s not too early now, and lunch is coming up soon. I’ll have a little something to fill my stomach.”

The servant immediately went to prepare her request.

Frank finally answered the earlier question, “Grace doesn’t practice yoga. She usually practices kickboxing and mixed martial arts.”

Yoga, which cultivated elegance and a graceful figure, was definitely not something Grace would enjoy.

It could really make her uncomfortable.

Frank was sure of that.

Upon hearing this, Ava felt utterly impressed. She found it incredibly cool and charismatic. It was so captivating that she sat up straight, listening attentively to Frank, afraid of missing any important information. She asked eagerly, “Tell me more! I think she’s so cool. Do you have any videos of her working out?”

Definitely not. Who would dare to film a video of Grace?

Frank glanced at the curious Ava and answered, “No, but when we’re in Athana, you can watch her train in person.

In the meantime, the milk had been brought over and placed on the table. Frank reached out to test the temperature, confirming it was suitable. “Drink up quickly.”

From the eager anticipation in Ava’s eyes, it was clear that she admired Grace and wanted to see her train. As for the problem of mother–in–law and daughter–in–law relationship. Frank wasn’t worried at all.

By the time Ava finished her milk, Emma entered the room, patting her gown and giving orders to the servants to prepare

lunch.

in at a leisurely pace. Her tone was gentle as she asked, “Frank,

fine with

dirt on this one. For lunch, make some buttermilk wasted chicken,

latter part of her sentence was directed at the servants.

saying that, Emma lifted her gown and headed upstairs. She

that whenever he was

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his food preferences.

one reason why his mother–in–law knew his preferences so well, and that was Grace.

Unconsciously, he smirked.

people sat at the table. At noon, Daniel wouldn’t be returning for the meal, and Joseph was on a long business trip.

invitation, Frank gave in to courtesy and had eaten a lot. Ava,

a lot.

study. Ava explained that her mother had the habit of reading in the afternoon and practicing yoga and

engraved deep within, as was the case with Emma. She was truly cultured, and her temperament

curtains were drawn back, and the thin sunlight streamed onto the piano, illurninating the entire space. A black grand piano stood in the center, with

keys gleamed, shining like stars, dazzlingly

though Ava was dressed in sportswear, her slender fingers casually pressed a couple of keys

Instead, he crossed his

didny:

fixed on Ava, and he said.

to hear me

and the atmosphere seemed right today. He was interested, so he said, “Yes.” “Well then, what kind of piece do you

really understand much about this, but he wanted to see how Ava played the piano. He

fine.”

her chin on her hand, searching her mind for a suitable piece. “How about a

skillfully on the piano keys. A beautiful melody filled the room, notes drifting

quietly to the side, watching the entranced expression

while Ava excelled in various skills, including music, chess, sketching, and painting. In ancient times, she would have been a refined princess. and he wouldn’t qualify

someone to cherish

knew the next step would involve

almost disappointed if he did not know how

form, the very next moment, Ava asked, “Frank, can

know a thing about it. During music class in school, he’d always fallen asleep.

he teach her if

as Ava was pondering how to proceed, Frank came up with a

he want to memorize it? That was the first thought that popped into Ava’s mind.

play the piano like

learn, she couldn’t just say he didn’t need to learn anymore. That would definitely hurt his feelings. “Do you want me to memorize the sequence? It’s a bit

he wanted to learn it. The complicated notation on the sheet music was something he genuinely didn’t want to study. It confused him. He said, “You play, and I’ll follow

pick something simple. Frank, don’t worry, even if you can’t do it, it’s okay. We’re doing

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saying this, she leaned over and planted a kiss

managed to keep a smiling expression.

Frank’s cheek. With narrowed eyes, he warned