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?

did he grab a

hand, she reached over and gently tapped her shoulder. “Don’t overthink

steering the conversation away. One couldn’t keep fixating on one problem. It

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

was acting. “Well then, let’s

days into his pursuit. Once Frank was

up her chin, pondered for a moment, then cast a glance at the hat in her hand, her eyes gleaning. “Hey Natalie, how about

over if they catch wind of it,” Natalie pondered, tapping her

heads-up, and I have the servants prepare. I’m thinking of bringing Alex along

girl you left arm in arm with

asked, feeling a bit frustrated herself. As a doctor, she was less observant about someone’s gender

Trevon. It was a bit

her Alex prefers a more masculine style of dress. She’s quite a unique soul. Loyal and principled, she even got into Sapphire

you a lot and genumely looks out for you. But what if Frank and Rose decide to drop

for whatever comes. Once they stepm, they’re guests, and I’ll extend a warm welcome.

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,

with lunch? We’re having a gathering at the manor this afternoon. Quick, put your heads together and brainstorm how

suit, curling her lips. She selected a short black dress from her wardrobe

me an

On my way Delay even by a minute, and you’re a goof. Ava. I’ve

finding balance?

herself [Isi’t it because emotions got the best of me? Just a few

sent. You’re texting even in this state. You’re pretty damn

mark and added a personal touch

a protest. Be careful

Sherri prodded Hackett, “Hackett, feeling better now)

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

get too exhausted. How

her teasing. He couldn’t text right now but would get back to her later T deal with you Later tonight Let’s 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

She thought that showing up at the manor in ripped jeans might not be the best idea, especially considering Emma had a certain level

wave her collarbone-length hair. After she was satisfied with her hair, she nodded approvingly at her reflection in the mirror. After all, who wasn’t

She was indeed.

touch of makeup and

done, she walked out of the bathroom and retrieved a jewelry box from her suitcase. Choosing an emerald gemstone pendant necklace, she