Turning Of the Tide by Diana Sander

Chapter 316

On the way to the airport. Frank halted the car at an open space not far from Turner Manor.

Rose observed her brother deftly maneuver the car into a parking spot using one hand and inquired, “What are you up to?”

Ignoring Rose’s question, Frank retrieved his phone from the central console and typed a few words on the open chat interface. Then, he exited the app after typing and dialing a number. Once the call connected, he instructed. “You can proceed now

Rose was utterly perplexed by this sequence of actions and speculated. “What on earth is he doing? He isn’t setting off explosives, is he Curiosity piqued, she questioned once more. “What’s your plan? You…”

Betore she could complete her sentence, a sudden explosive sound erupted, overpowering her voice. A spectacular burst of fireworks shot swiftly into the sky, instantly illuminating the darkness

The interior of the car, previously dim, now glowed brightly with the radiance of the fireworks Rose’s gaze fixed on the night sky, where the colorful explosions lett a briet yet dazzling imprint against the dark canvas

Overlapping memories flashed through her mind. It was the scene of Trevon confessing his feelings to Natalie on the island not long ago. At that time. Trevon had ignited fireworks for Natalie. Ava was envious of that proposal. As Rose admired that moment, she had made it sound like she had arranged it for Ava

A sudden realization dawned on Rose. Her mind raced. Surprised and playfully, she swatted Frank, who reclined lazily in his seat and gazed at the fireworks above. “Geez, you’re quite strategic. So, you overheard everything that night. You arranged this for Ava tonight because she envied the fireworks on the island, right?”

Frank tapped the steering wheel with one hand and leaned against the car window with the other, responding, Pursuing someone is a man’s affair What’s a girl doing meddling with it?”

For reasons she couldn’t quite fathom. Rose found Frank incredibly impressive-domineering yet charismatic.

Rose contemplated. “No wonder Cranky Franky said he’d take the first 99 steps towards her in the future. So, this is what he meant- a touch of male chauvinism. But it’s alright, after all, he is my brother”

Meanwhile, a passionate encounter was unfolding in a room at Turner Manor. Prioritizing quality and gentleness, two people were engrossed in their realm of ecstasy.

However, their cuphoria was abruptly interrupted by the loud sound of fireworks a few minutes later. Trevon frowned and glanced at the gap in the curtains. The bursts of light occasionally pierced through the cracks, disrupting their climax.

With her vision blurred, Natalie suggested. “Aren’t you going to close the curtains?”

Annoyed by Frank’s antics. Trevon clenched his teeth in irritation and muttered. “This Frank guy sticks to a script, following a set routine. He is copying what I’ve done before. He lacks originality. Let Ava hang on a bit longer. It’ll toughen him up.”

instant, Natalie’s delicate appearance reflected the softness of spring rain, her cheeks tinged with a sheer flush, her hues perfectly harmonized, chimed in with a hoarse and soft voice. “You’re exacting your revenge here. Go and close the

hesitation. Trevon surged forward again, saying. “Once you’re in, you won’t want

night sky

phone received a message from Frank. The message contained simple words.

silky silk nightgown, the fabric felt icy to the touch, imparting a refreshing sensation upon contact. A warmth spread through Ava’s heart as her fingers grazed the

her nightgown, and a rush of happiness surged within her. Without

become one with this surprise. Her chest swelled with joy, her toes tapping

said he’d take 99 steps toward me. So, is the final step marriage or having a child? Never mind the last step

That’s one point. Showing up at the masquerade, that is another point. Accompanying me to class, one point.

3, 4… 8 points.

each step, it feels like too little. When will be reach 99 99 points seem a little far

number. Let’s go with six points per step. That will be 48. That number feels a bit awkward, though. Scratch

she delved deep into her thoughts. Finally, she made her decision. She unlocked her phone, glanced

a message on the screen, her fingers dancing merrily across the keyboard, [For the person walking 99 steps, thanks to your fireworks, I’ll bump you up to 56

arrived instantly, and Frank wrote, [How

method behind the

If there are any opportunities or

countered. [What are the criteria?]

replied proudly. [Ava’s

responded with a simple, [Hmm, alright.]

exchange, Frank’s responses

felt strangely familiar as if they were already in love.

holding her phone. Then, she leaned against the balcony railing to continue watching the endless

romance. If a girl told a man she disliked romance

romantic gestures of Frank. She wasn’t opposed to romance, so why

to the airport. Upon arrival, Joseph’s

the car journey, Rose observed Frank’s occasional smirks and laughter as he undoubtedly engaged in a chat