Turning Of the Tide by Diana Sander

Chapter 383

Mr. Roberts?

She showed some respect towards him.

Forget it. She must still be simmering with anger.

After a moment of silence, Frank picked up a drink. His eyes darkened a little as he clinked his glass against Ava’s. His tone was natural, and no one could tell that there was anything different. It seemed to be a simple greeting. He replied politely. “It was nothing. You’re welcome”

Didn’t he say that he wanted to woo her? Why was he so cold again? Hmph, she would just express her gratitude casually.

As the conversation unfolded, Ava raised her head and took a determined sip from her glass. The crystal cup seemed to tremble slightly in her tightly clenched hand, causing her fair fingers to pale under the pressure. Her youthful innocence made it difficult for her to hide her emotions, and her small mouth pouted, accentuating the subtle bulge of her cheeks.

Jasper imitated her actions. It was exactly the same. Frank did not turn to look at the girl beside him, but he knew the answer from the face of Trevon’s son. He smiled.

He lowered his eyes and took out his phone. He typed. “It’s worth it.

Ava’s phone dinged. She took it out and checked the message. What did it mean? Did it mean that she was worth it?

“Ah ah, calm down.”

Ava felt a slight blush on her face, and her ears turned warm. She could hear the strong and resounding throb of her heart. With both hands covering her face to cool down, her lips curled up, and she couldn’t contain her happiness. Deep down, she scolded herself for being so easily excitable and losing her composure over his words.

Alex turned his head to get food. When he saw Ava’s red face, he asked in confusion. “Ava, why is your face red? Is it hot?”

Alex continued, “It shouldn’t be hot. There are ice cubes around. It’s very cool.

A single sentence made everyone at the table turn their heads towards Ava. Jasper was no exception. Mimicking Ava’s actions, he placed both hands on the table, covering his face and patting it gently while wiggling his little bottom on Trevon lap.

With a smack, Jasper’s bottom received a light tap, causing his little flesh to jiggle a few times. It had great elasticity.

Since arriving in Sapphire City, he truly came alive. His vibrant personality shined through as he exuded a newfound liveliness.

Truly, the character of children was molded by the distinct ambiance of their upbringing. The Turner family resembled a tranquil harbor, radiating a sense of warmth, love, and contentment. Their home breathed with an invigorating vitality, akin to the carefree growth of goldfish in a bubbling stream, unhindered and full of life.

It seemed that the atmosphere of the Wilson family had to be changed.

Trevon’s action diverted Ava’s attention and reduced a lot of the awkwardness. For a moment, everyone’s attention was on Jasper.

Natalie elbowed him to express his dissatisfaction. Why did he pat his son for no reason? “What are you doing? Children are born like this.”

After speaking, she gently rubbed the spot where her son had been smacked, feeling a wave of heartache. This man’s hands were so big, and the impact area was quite substantial. It would be strange if it didn’t hurt.

Trevon naturally noticed her expression of concern and gestured her, indicating for her to let her see where her son was now wiggling.

Natalie looked in the direction he was pointing at. Natalie’s face was also slightly blushed as if she was slightly drunk.

She secretly pinched his thigh under the table, but Trevon didn’t even flinch, maintaining a calm expression.

No matter how happy the atmosphere was, there would be times when they would be separated. Wasn’t the adult world constantly saying goodbye?

eyes. “Dear,” she declared, her voice filled with warmth, “tonight, I will be returning to Athana. Let us

women all stood up, ignoring the men at the table. One by one, they clinked glasses with

unison and clinked their glasses.

simple farewell ceremony

down, Trevon asked Rose, “Since you’re so dedicated, do you

of leave?”

along, all while boosting her own popularity. Once the mission was accomplished, she needed to return

didn’t want to waste her potential. She refused, saying. “No need. I have a strong work ethic. Besides, I’ve already taken. four days off right after starting my job, which is already an exception. If it weren’t for my persistent persuading, my leave wouldn’t have been approved. I want to go back and do

just started working be able to take so many days

you find to take so many days

embarrassed. After all, she had taken so many days off to watch her competition. She hadn’t had a chance to

was probably early in the morning when she returned to Athana.

heart was filled

bore the brunt of her outburst. Acting swiftly, he pulled an empty chair from the nearby table,

a fountain,

Frank said unhappily.

a seat by her side. They were now only less than an inch away, but Ava remained oblivious as her small eyes continued to wait

took four tissues to wipe it. Because of her guilty conscience, she did not argue with Frank. She only glared at

the fact that she had used him as an excuse to apply for leave, she would definitely have

the painting in her mind. It

to lie. She casually grabbed the ends of her hair and said, “Well, I just found a random reason. Our

Natalie, well aware of the situation, struggled to hide their laughter. They had conspired together to come up with plausible excuses, but Rose had stubbornly followed her own path. With a mischievous twinkle in

“Ava,

Ava up, she would call her sister-in-law. It was rare for Frank to like a girl. If he could not

Ava.

light shone on her

then said to Alex. Welcome to Athana.

gave an extremely handsome OK and held it in the air.

mood. Hackett suggested playing cards. It was also a way to vent the frustration that built up during the

the others were playing a game

and secretly counted four people. She suggested. “Let’s play cards too. Ava, do you

”

and answered. Her heartbeat

cards that they had thrown

to time and

shrugged. If you hang around in front of

“My card is

a prize. Moreover, unknown prizes were more fanciful. Just like the

it, the more she felt

on something. We don’t gamble on money.

quickly replied. “Rose,

“Transfer the money

my intelligence. Why should I give it

about Ava’s private room, the diamond chair, or see how she looked while holding flowers? If it was not because of her generosity, that 600 thousand dollars could not satisfy her. She wouldn’t budge unless