Turning Of the Tide by Diana Sander

Chapter 310

At the Turner family, Natalie remained sequestered in her room. Meanwhile, she had already ousted Trevon downstairs, Girl talk, at times, simply didn’t necessitate the presence of boys.

A real nuisaTICE.

Once she received a message from Rose, Ava had completely sorted out the ins and outs of the situation, and it was simply unrealistic for her heart not to be shaken and stirred.

The exchanges with Frank these past days played out vividly in her mind, flickering like scenes in a slideshow.

After a brief moment of being lost in her thoughts, Ava finally opened up to Natalie, saying, “Natalie, Rose spilled the beans. that the genius is Frank But what should I do? He’s sent me a friend request, and I haven’t hit accept.”

Despite replaying her chat history with Frank over and over during this stretch, the shock lingered. Who would have thought that the hours spent chatting and staying up late to debug were with the guy she fancied? Now, that was a surprise,

WINDIT IN

Oh, it had been a surprise and quite the jaw-dropper.

“Frank was the undercover powerhouse, oh my gosh,” thonglit she. She felt a rush of excitement.

Natalie quipped. No wonder Ava always sensed something was off when Frank played down his tech prowess. It turns out the bugs were his game.”

Natalie gently tousled Ava’s hair, looking at Ava with a moved expression. She gave a soft smile, “Don’t dwell on it. Follow your heart’s lead. If it strikes a chord, accept the friend request, and, in a friendly manner, say thank you”

“I’m on the same page. Emotions are one thing, and gratitude is another. Sure, he might have been aloof emotionally once, but his academic guidance made a real difference. Let’s call it what it is. Basic courtesy matters.”

She couldn’t afford to be rude. Regardless of whether he was an expert, expressing gratitude was a fundamental gesture.

Since childhood. Emma had emphasized the art of being human, learning to act like a person before anything else. Simply appearing human wouldn’t suffice if her actions weren’t attuned to human

Following her instincts, Ava tapped the “accept” button on her phone, gazing at the chat interface that had been out of sight for so long. Her heart clenched

Previously, she had pursued hun with determination, unburdened by emotional baggage, and an exit plan in hand. If things didn’t work out, she’d gracefully bow out. Later, their chats took on a mentor-student tone, with him as the expert-no emotional strings attached. But now, it was real-a genuine person. And yes, she felt a twinge of nervousness.

It was as if everything suddenly slipped away from her

She wondered if there would be a message popping up on the screen later.

What should she even write?

was he doing?

perhaps, did he grab a bite

over and gently tapped her shoulder. “Don’t overthink it. Just go with the flow. What do

the conversation away. One couldn’t keep fixating

her phone over and clutching it. “I’ve made up my mind. Fll stick to the original plan. I’ve got my temper

“Well then, let’s see how Frank is going to chase after

heels in love just a few days into his pursuit. Once Frank

glance at the hat in her hand, her eyes gleaning. “Hey Natalie,

prepared for Sherri and Rose to come racing over if they catch

her mind. “Then it’s settled. I’ll give them a heads-up, and I have the servants prepare. I’m thinking of

arm in arm with that night?”

a bit frustrated herself. As a doctor, she

was a bit

style of dress. She’s quite a unique soul. Loyal and principled, she even got into Sapphire City University through her hard work and paid her tuition fees by working, Ava said with a

call I can tell Alex cares about you a lot and genumely looks out for you. But what if Frank and Rose decide to

show up, well, I’m ready for whatever comes. Once they stepm, they’re guests, and I’ll extend a warm welcome. Ava said confidently, giving off an

and shared the news about the afternoon gathering. It was a rare chance to hang out, and heading out would likely result in Joseph assigning a bunch of bodyguards to tag along, making it awkward Their home had plenty of room for everyone to relax and have a

chimed in. [Have you all finished up with lunch? We’re having a gathering at the manor this afternoon. Quick, put your heads together

Witnessing Ava’s cheerful mood, a broad smile lighting up her face, Natalie followed suit, curling her lips. She

responded. (Give me an hour I’ll be

a minute, and

say it’s about finding balance?

because emotions got the best of me? Just

sent. You’re texting even in this

and added a personal touch

Be careful with your wording, or Natalie might reprimand

Sherri prodded Hackett, “Hackett,

onto Sherri’s collarbone. “Sherri, you’re driving me crazy

didn’t want you to get too exhausted. How about

see if you can still be clear-headed enough to play with your phone.” In the next moment, Sherri let out a howl akin to a distressed creature, begging for mercy, asking

had a certain level of sophistication. After a moment’s consideration, she rummaged

used a hotel’s curling wand to wave her collarbone-length hair. After she was

She was indeed.

applied a delicate touch of makeup and a simple rose-pink lipstick.

Choosing an emerald gemstone pendant necklace, she delicately secured it around her