Ava's P.O.V I just got off the phone with Summer. I can't stop pacing the room, I couldn't get Raymond and everything that happened earlier out of my head. I felt stupid cos for a minute there when I saw his face, I just wanted to melt into his arms. All these years, all these pain and that was the first thing that I felt, not anger, not pain, not hurt. My heart betrayed me, how could I still want him after everything, he's married for Pete's sake. The most scariest thing of all was the thought of him taking my kids away from me. After what seemed like years of pacing aimlessly in the room, I went to check up on the kids, they were still sleeping, I went out back. I needed air, so I went to the Stable, to Nyx, when I saw her I felt this strange comfort, just being where she is, just looking at her gave me strength, I took her out for a ride. After a while we came back. I rested my forehead on Nyx' head and stroke her body. As soon as I got back inside I slept off immediately,
Summer's P.O.V Being back home alone is amazing and comforting, Ava and I have been friends since forever, still I couldn't truly tell her how I feel. I feel bad for lying to her by telling her I was fine. I am not, I am angry, scared, betrayed, I couldn't tell her the truth cos I know she's going through her own stuffs. "Ma'am, the meeting will be starting in 5 mins" Jasmine, my secretary's voice dragged me out of my thoughts. "Ok, Thank you Jas, I'll be there. Are the partners here?" I asked as I stood up. "Yes ma'am, they are in the boardroom waiting"She replied. "Alright, Thank you" I said. we left my office and headed for the boardroom, Jasmine was filling me up on recent Market news. As we entered the boardroom, I could feel all their gazes on me, I tried not to look affected, tho' it's hard to act like that, I don't know how the news of my disengagement with Chad got out, but the press won't let it rest and everyone looks at me with this weird pitiful look and a million u
**Third Person P.O.V** Summer was lost in thought, pondering what to do as she just has few hours left to conclude the deal with Raymond, Then she heard someone knock on the door. She opened the door and saw Ava at the door. Summer didn't say anything and neither did Ava, after what seemed like hours of staring competition. Summer: Are you going to say what you came to say something or should I close my door?. Ava gave an awkward smile, before raising the bottle in her hand. Ava: I brought wine. Summer: Really?, I'll close the door now, thanks for stopping by, I guess. Summer was about closing the door, but Ava stopped it with her hand pushing back on the door. Ava: Can I come in please?, I need to talk to you. Summer: Come in then, and say what ever you want to say quick, I was in the middle of something. **SUMMER'S P.O.V** I really wasn't expecting Ava here and what's with the bottle of wine if she's only here to tell me I shouldn't bother with Raymond and besides, it's 6p
**Raymond's P.O.V** I had given up hope before I saw Summer's call. After the call ended I quickly freshened up, got dressed and left the house. I got to the restaurant by 7:22pm and Ava wasn't there yet. I sat down and after 15 minutes I made an order for the both of us, because I knew what she liked to eat. I had waited. I had just finished placing the order when she came in. She really knew how to make an entrance even without trying. She looked so beautiful in that green dress, the tiny straps gave way for you to see a beautiful neck, the pendant resting on it. The Satin dress clinged to her curves. She had grown out her hair, it accentuated her face, she wasn't wearing makeup, just a lip gloss that makes you want to pull her in and kiss her alluring lips. When she got closer,that familiar scent almost drove me over the edge. I was lost for words just standing there, then I heard her speak. Her voice as always did its magic on me, I didn't really hear what she said. I was
Ava's P.O.V I was supposed to go to Summer's house and tell her what had happened, but I needed to clear my head first so I just headed home instead. When I got home I saw Summer's car in the garage. I let out a disappointed sigh before entering the house. I checked up on the twins, they were already fast asleep so I went to my room where Summer was sure to be in. Summer was lying down on the bed with a novel in hand and as soon as she saw me, she dropped the book and sat up straight. "I've been calling you and you didn't pick my calls, typical you Ava" She said as soon as I stepped in and without waiting for a reply, she continued "I'm guessing it went well since Raymond called to tell me he'll come sign the contract tomorrow morning but what I don't get is why you look like death" She said I took in a deep breath, sat on the sofa and removed my shoe as I was trying to collect my thoughts. I finally had the words to say to Summer "Well, I'm glad he said that. congratula
Third person P.O.V Ava didn't sleep all through the night, the thoughts of facing Raymond kept her awake. She stood up by 7 am to start preparing even though the meeting with Elder Sphinx (Raymond's Father) wasn't until 10 am. She got the kids ready for the day's lesson and also made their food before going in to her room to prepare, when she stepped out of the house it was 9:13 am already. She and Mark joined Ted in the car and she told him their destination. When they arrived at the Sphinx' mansion she was too nervous to go inside, after minutes of silent meditation,she finally found the courage to knock. The door was opened by one of the maids who ushered her in. minutes later, another made told her Elder Sphinx will be joining her soon. She was more concerned about seeing Raymond than she was about seeing his father and that made her really nervous. "Doctor Ava, I'm sorry for keeping you waiting, I hope I didn't keep you waiting for too long" Elder Sphinx said Ava loo
Third person's P.O.V *Raymond's Residence* Raymond had just tucked in Andre and was now in the kitchen making a call. "I had to take my son out of that place, I couldn't leave him there for a second more. This has gone beyond bearable, I know we were not the best of family but this is not the woman I married" Raymond said "Well, this is what happens when two people who are not in love get married to each other" Kelvin who was on the other end of the line said. "I have seen people make it work, it felt like she just never thought we had a chance and I get that. But come on, what about the innocent kid. You need to see the state she was in when I got back. My son was completely at the mercy of his care givers" Raymond said Kelvin sighed " Well I'm glad Andre is safe and with you. How will you fit him into your schedule here, I mean your work is there and you only came here for Ava" "Well, I can arrange something soon, and whatever it is Andre stays with me. I can't let h
*Kind Heart Hospital* Ava was headed to the lab to pick up the test results of Elder Sphinx when she saw Dr.John walking towards her. "Dr. Ava good morning. You look exceptionally beautiful today" Dr John said "Good morning Doc. You don't look bad yourself. The sabbatical was really good on you" She said smiling. "You still have your ways with words. How is it going with Elder Sphinx?" "I'm actually headed to the lab to get his test results. There are physical improvements though and this test will help confirm some things" Ava replied. "Well, that's definitely good news. Errm, I was wondering if you will like to go out for dinner later today?" Chad asked. "Uhm, I can do dinner. Text me the details" She smiled at him. " Alright, I'll see you later then." "Yeah.Take care" She said and left. The results were out and she called Elder Sphinx to tell him he had to come to the hospital. Ava was in her office when a nurse opened the door and Elder Sphinx and Raymond wal