[Ava] It's been two days since Gabriel left for the Netherlands, and it already feels like a month and I have to wait for another five days before seeing him. I groaned, tossing and turning on my bed for the umpteenth time, I was supposed to start work today but I've just lost the zeal to go anywhere Staring at the wall clock, I took a deep breath before finally deciding to stand up, the worst part was that Gabriel hadn't called or returned my call since last night, was he that busy? I got out of bed and stepped into the bathroom to prepare for the day I walked out of the bathroom with my towel firmly tied, walked towards the bed, I tapped on my phone, but there were still no calls from him I took a deep breath and walked towards my closet but my legs came to a halt as my ringtone echoed throughout the room, I dashed back to my bed, my lips curling into a smile as I picked up the phone, only for my smiles to fade as I stared at the caller ID in front of me. Caleb? Why is
[Ava]"Who the hell is this? And what on earth is this person talking about? The words slipped out of my mouth as I stared at the strange message staring back at me. I may or may not have heard what? The truth about what?I stepped out of the car, shutting the door close, my legs halted as I stared at the message over and over only for Ashley's voice to pull me out of my thoughts"What's wrong?" Ashley asked, I stared up at her without saying a word"You're worried about Gabriel? I already told you that he might be busy with work, relax, he will call you!" Ashley said taking my hand in hers, I shook my head, she made to speak, but I handed her my phone instead to read the strange message herself Ashley held the phone, her lips moving as she read out the words one after the other, before turning to face me"Who is this?" She asked, knitting her brows together."I have no idea, I just got a hey from the number and texted back to ask who it was, and I got that response," I explained to
[Ava]"Welcome!!" Logan said to me as I walked into the sitting room. I hummed in response, I was exhausted. We had to stop at the mall after eating at the restaurant, and we spent a solid three hours shopping for what I could not even wrap my hands around, so I decided to pick up some groceries that we needed at home"Did you do groceries?" Logan asked as I made my way to the kitchen"Yes, I went to the mall with Ashley and decided to just get a few things!" I responded, heading to the kitchen. "That's thoughtful of you, my little demon is all grown up!" I paused in my tracks, as I turned to look at Logan, my lips pressing into a thin line."I thought we had outgrown that name, are you trying to start again?" I snapped at him, but he ignored me, his head buried in his laptop with a smirk playing on his lips. I scoffed, heading to unpack the few things I gotI finished unpacking the few items and made my way upstairs to showerA smile made its way to my lips as I headed the stairs, h
[Ava] I sat frozen, my heart racing in my chest, I couldn't tear my gaze away from the three-dot line that seemed to take forever. Who was this on the other end? And just as the question was about to escape my lips the second time, the message finally popped up Unknown number: You can call me Ghost, but that's not important. I asked you a question earlier. My eyes narrowed at the screen. Ghost? What kind of name was that? This couldn't be a spam message, they'd mentioned Remi, my late best friend. It can only mean that this Ghost knows me or at least knew who Remi was. A shiver ran down my spine as I began typing Me: I'm not sure what you're talking about, what do you mean by I betrayed my late best friend and took what was hers? Who are you and what do you know about my late best friend? I sent the message and just immediately, the three typing dots from the other end seemed to pulse with an ominous energy. Then, my phone buzzed again Ghost: Remi died five years ago, am I right?
[Ava]Me: What are you talking about? What truth? Can I bear what outcome?I sent the message, my heart thumping hard in my chest, I could almost hear my heartbeat in both ears, whoever was behind this screen was practically messing with my mind right nowJust as I was about to hit my keyboard to type, my hand paused as the typing dots on their appeared, and within a few seconds, the message dropped.Ghost: 8 pm, a location will be sent to you, meet up with me and you will get answers to all of your questionsI read the message, my stomach churning, meet up? I flipped up my keyboard and began typing.Me: What location are you talking about? Why are you making things difficult? If you have something to tell me, why don't you tell me now? I don't even know you, so why should I meet up with a stranger?I sent out, digging my hand into my scalp as I felt frustration coursing through my veins. What the heck is all this?Ghost: Have an amazing night, like I said if you want to get the answe
[Ava]I pressed my phone in my ear, dialing Gabriel's number for the third time, but he wasn't picking up. I will just wait until he calls back later. I took a deep breath, tapping my hand on my phone's screen."Ava!!!" Ashley's voice jolted me out of my thoughts, making me turn my attention towards her. Her gymnastics suit hugged her slim body perfectly, sweat trickling on her forehead as she munched on a chocolate bar."What's the matter, are you okay? I came to give this but Instructor Kelly said you just left, and she told me you looked troubled." Ashley took a seat opposite mine, passing me some chocolate bars with her eyes fixed on mine.I stared at her, contemplating on letting Ashley about it. I already explained everything about Remi to her, how I've been trying to find out about her death and all that. I stared up at Ashley watching as her brows creased even further "I have something to tell you, but you have to promise me something first," I said to Ashley, making her br
[Gabriel]"Are we heading back to the house?" Jaxon asked me as we walked out of Max's mansion heading towards the car, I gave him a firm nod with my hands in my pocket. I can't believe I spent a fucking six hours here trying to negotiate with those bastards"Boss!!" Jaxon stopped on his track as we walked towards the car, his eyes narrowing slightly, I stared at him already aware of what he was about to say, but I didn't want to take it Jaxon's way, no need to make Max an enemy when I know he was still useful even though he can be a selfish bastard"You still don't want us to meet Don Xavier?" Jaxon asked me with his hand crossed over his chest, I tilted my neck staring at a few guards that were parading the compound before turning back to Jaxon"No, and you know why I don't want that, we would sort this out,""But their demands are insane, are you seriously considering giving in to that?" Jaxon asked, his voice laced with skepticism.I slid into the passenger' seat, shutting the doo
[Ava]I stared at my car's navigation system, which indicated that we were in the right place. My gaze shifted to Ashley, who was peering through the window, it was a massive clubhouse, and from where we parked, we could see people moving in and out of the entrance."Is this the location they sent? Did you check well?" Ashley asked, and I nodded, rechecking the location."What do we do now?" I asked Ashley, turning off my car engine, my heart was beating so fast in my chest, my palms sweating nonstop, of course, I was damn nervous, coming out here to meet some stranger who I'm not even sure if they are trying to play tricks on me."I think you should send them a message or call!" Ashley suggested, and I shook my head."I will leave a message, they specifically stated that I shouldn't call," I said to Ashley. I was already swiping up my message as I sent out a message to them informing them that I was already at the location."Gabriel has seen my messages but he didn't say anything, do
[Gabriel]"What the hell am I supposed to see here?" I growled out staring from the phone to the disgusting thing standing in front of meThe screen displayed a picture of a little girl, with long dark hair, and big silver eyes, her lips were stretched into a wide smile as she held a teddy bear close to her body blowing a kiss to the camera - my stomach twisted but I forced a scoff staring back at Sasha"What am I supposed to see here, miss?!" I asked, pushing the phone back toward her."Don't tell me you don't see anything similar Gabriel," Sasha pressed, her voice trembling with urgency. "She's got your eyes, your lips..."I clenched my jaw watching the woman in front of me as she fought back her tears. I needed to see where she was going with this"She..." Sasha's voice cracked as she drew a shaky breath, wiping away her tears. "That's Elma...our daughter, our child!"A sharp laugh ripped from my throat before I could stop it. "What the fuck did you just say?" "Listen Gabriel!!" S
[Gabriel]"Hey, handsome!" Sasha's smile widened as she walked toward me, her lips curving into that stupid innocent grin - The audacity What...the fuck is she doing here? My jaw clenched as I stared at the familiar black and white orbs, my gaze shifting down her body. She hadn't changed -- same long silky black hair, the same face that once fooled me, the same slender figure wrapped around a short dress that screamed calculated intent. Her presents reeked of confidence. The kind that once had me trapped in her web - not anymore"My God, how long has it been?" I took a step back as Sasha held up her hand as if trying to circle them around my neck. Without giving her another glance, I sidestepped her heading straight into my office "Really, Gabriel?" Sasha snapped behind me, the clicking of her heels already indicating that she was right behind"I'm sorry, ma'am, but you can't go in. Please step back," my secretary's voice rang out, my jaw clenched hard, and I tilted my neck back, m
[Gabriel]"When did you come back?" Ava purred in her sleep as I pressed a kiss on her forehead, wrapping my arms around her. She was already asleep when I walked in last night"A few hours after I left!" I pressed her closer to her body, my lips stretching into a deep smile as she pouted her lips, trying to rub the remaining sleep from her eyes."Oh, that means I fell asleep then!" She said softly while flashing me those beautiful blue orbs."You did!" I pressed another kiss on her brow."What is the time?" She asked, her hand reaching for my cheeks. I inhaled softly, closing my eyes as I felt the warmth of her hand against my skin."It's noon!" I mumbled, and Ava shot up from the bed, her eyes widening as she stared back at me"noon?" She yelled. My lips sank deep into my teeth as my eyes trailed from her face to her boobs that were staring back at me, my dick throbbed hard as I took in the beauty before me, the sunlight slipping through the curtain, kissing her skin like it was mad
[Gabriel]I smiled as I walked out of Ava's door. It fucking happened, she said yes, and I couldn't tame the excitement that bubbled inside me the entire time, being balls deep inside her, I couldn't stop kissing that finger that now has my ring on it - knowing damn well our wedding ring will be there soon enough"Mine!" I groaned, shoving my hand inside my pocket as I made my way down"Where to?" My gaze shifted to Logan, who was walking out of the kitchen, shirtless, with his face drenched in sweat as he gulped down the chilled water in his hands.I shook my head staring back at him, he gave me the middle finger as he noticed what I was smiling at. "You're an idiot!" Logan snapped, making my lips curl into a smirk "Hmm, I never said a word!" I threw back at him and he scoffed"Are you leaving?""Jaxon texted me earlier that he has something important to talk to me about!" "Is everything okay?" Logan asked, his brows knitting together."I wouldn't know if I don't go meet him, I'll
[Ava]I couldn't believe it, my heart was pounding hard in my chest, and everything felt like a movie. I had just received the best engagement surprise, but that wasn't enough, Gabriel had gotten me a space. He made my dream come true."I'm so freaking happy for you, Ava!" Ashley pulled me out of her arms, staring back at me with tears streaming down her cheeks. She stiffened back her tears, her eyes darting all over the place."Thank you!" I mumbled, this is massive, I can't even begin to tell how shocked I am right now. My eyes darted back to Gabriel, he was staring at his phone with his brow creased together, and just as if he noticed my stare, he shoved his phone back into his pocket and gave me one of the most charming smiles I have ever seen."Congratulations!" My gaze shifted to Logan, who was now standing right beside me. He opened up his arms for me, and I threw myself into his arms"You deserve everything good, little demon!" He chuckled, pulling me out of his arms. I rolled
[Gabriel]"Would you please do this man a favor by taking his last name, little doll? WILL YOU MARRY ME?" I said softly, my heart was a pounding mess, I have never been this nervous in my life - well, maybe I have, but it has always been because of her, she makes me look like a teenage boy who is trying to talk to his first love.I stared at Ava, watching her lips curl into a smile that faded almost immediately, she bit down on her lower lip. I could see many emotions dancing across her orbs, she opened her mouth to speak but shut it again. She lowered her head and I could see tears streaming down her face, making my entire body ache.Did I do it too early? Did I miss anything? I had done a lot of research and had Ashley, Jaxon, and Logan help me out, we even had to hire a professional planner to decorate the entire place the way I thought she would like. Did I not do it properly?"Princess!!" My voice was shaky as I called, my heart was hammering, and I could already hear it in both
[Ava]"What the fuck?" My voice barely came out, a shaky whisper swallowed by the massive space I was staring back at.I clutched my bag tightly, staring from one end to the other, my chest felt like it was going to explode. My heart was pounding hard against my ribcage as a lump formed in my throat, I couldn't stop my wide eyes from darting around the room. My gaze snapped back to Ashley, who was standing there like the smug little betrayer that she is with a grin stretching across her face"Ashley!" I breathed out, my voice trembling, I took a step forward, my eyes moving to the other side, where Logan was standing with the same smile on his face Hundreds of balloons were floating in romantic shades of gold, white, and blush, filling the air like a dream. Candlelight flickered along the floor in perfect, glowing rows that stretched across the massive room, and my eyes flickered to the man standing right in the middle of it.Gabriel!! He stood in the center of it all, dressed in a
[Ava]"No, baby, why would I?" My heart skipped a beat as I looked at Gabriel. Is Gabriel hiding something from me?"Baby can we go see the movie, don't worry about my phone okay!" He smiled trying to shove his phone back into his pocket"Gabriel!" I called softly, my lips curving upward. "You've never worried about your phone when it comes to me, you don't even mind if I use it for a whole day, so what's wrong?" I said softly, feeling my heart skip a beat"Little doll, I promise I'm not hiding anything from you!" Gabriel reached out his hand for me, my brows knitted together as I took a step back"Then why aren't you giving me the damn phone?" I asked, watching him bite down on his lower lips."Nothing, I just need some privacy, but I will never hide anything...""Privacy?" I scoffed, folding my hand across my chest. "When exactly did we start doing that? Well, never mind!" I grumbled, turning away from him as I made my way upstairs Privacy my ass!! When did we start thatMy mood wa
[Gabriel]"What happened to you?" Ava's voice fell as she stared back at me, my nails dug into my scalp as I cursed inwardly. Some things are better left unsaid. He would have died in prison anyway.I looked up at her, pressing my lips into a thin line as I spread out my hand for her, but she took a step back her brows creasing in concern as she scanned all over my face "I got into an accident, I didn't want to make you worry and that's why I didn't tell you about it!" I said, and her eyes softened instantly, tears rolling down her cheeks"Accident? How? When did it happen and what do you mean you didn't want me to worry?" She shuddered, I extended my hand again, and she took it, moving closer to me."I didn't want to bother you, I collided with a car last night on my way home, but it's nothing serious, if it was, I'd be in the hospital, this will be fine in a few days!" My lips stretched into a smile as I led her to sit beside me."No, I can't take that, we are going to the hospital