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.”

her hues perfectly

again, saying. “Once you’re in, you won’t want

the fireworks in the night sky harmonized with the sparkling gems adorning the chair.

from Frank. The message

and 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 cool cloth. Each firework blossoming

on the bunny imprints on her nightgown, and a rush of happiness surged within her. Without conscious thought, she reached out to

sank deep into its embrace as if she had become one with this surprise. Her chest swelled with joy, her toes tapping rhythmically along the swing’s edge, her hand cradling her

into contemplation. Her mind raced, “Frank said he’d take 99 steps toward me. So, is the final step marriage or having

The second step was secretly helping me, which is worth one point. The third step is giving me 11 flowers. That’s one point. Showing up at the masquerade, that is another point. Accompanying

taken eight steps. 1, 2, 3, 4…

points seem a little

step. That will be 48. That number feels a bit awkward, though. Scratch that. Seven points

elementary school days as she delved deep into her thoughts. Finally, she made her decision. She unlocked her phone, glanced at the screen, and spotted a few words. A

a message on the screen, her fingers dancing merrily across the keyboard, [For the person walking 99 steps, thanks

wrote, [How did you come up with

method behind

criteria. If there are any opportunities or points, I will add them to your score.]

countered. [What are

replied proudly.

responded with a simple, [Hmm,

Frank’s responses seemed more

felt strangely familiar as if

while holding her phone. Then, she leaned against the balcony railing to continue watching the endless cascade of fireworks in the sky. The extent of the fireworks Frank had arranged

romance. If a girl told a man she disliked

gestures of Frank. She

to the airport. Upon arrival, Joseph’s private

undoubtedly engaged in a chat with Ava. She could sense that