As Kimberly entered hee car to head home, the tears threatened to blind her eyes as she drove. She was so angry at herself. She was so frustrated with all that was going on in her life because how did she want to explain that why she was causing Ethan so much pain was because she was desperate for money. She needed to pay off all the debt that her father had pinned on her neck and she didn't know what to do. She hated the person she had become but she really had no choice. This was not how she planned her life to be but what was she to do? She was lonely and needed someone to talk to but no one wanted to be associated with her and she could not blame them really. She had a hand in her own misfortune.Everybody assumed she was a bad person and she really was but it was not of her own accord. It was just circumstances. She remembered the look on Ethan's face when he looked at her and asked her to go, she didn't know he was actually in love with the girl and she was deeply remorsefu
After much consideration of what Ava had advised him to do. Ethan decided that he needed to get to the root of the matter and the only way he could do that was to start following Kimberly to know what she was up to and what she does on a day-to-day basis because that was the only way he was going to be able to piece together what the woman was up to.He didn't have time to follow her around by himself so the best option was to hire a private investigator and he happened to know one who had once worked for Christopher during his divorce. He wished there was someone else he could ask but he was really not in the mood to start answering questions about why he needed a private investigator and seeing himself in the news, given that he needed this to be as private as possible.The day he called Christopher to fix an appointment with him, he ended the call fuming in anger because if Ava had not told him what happened between them, he would really not have known what his true intentions wer
Ava had gone to work and she was on her way back home. She was driving one of Ethan's car because she had been staying in his house and she would usually go to work from there. Everything seemed all good but she couldn't help but allow her mind wander.Something was telling her deeply that she was making a mistake even though at the moment she was happy. A part of her believed that something sinister was going to happen soon as she couldn't place her mind on it because she knew that Ethan loved her greatly and nothing was going to stop that but she also knew that she was not halfway through her investigation even though at the back of her mind she wanted to believe truly that Christopher was the father of her children but she knew that she could not only bank on her feelings and that she needed to have proof and that proof was what she was still looking for.She had put everything about herself on hold and was only focused on taking care of Ethan now and she knew that I was not goo
Ava quickly freshened up and came out in an oversized shirt because she had not known what to wear so she just opted for an oversized shirts because it was only the both of them in the house and she didn't want to do too much too.She came out of the bedroom and saw Ethan waiting for her on the couch. He was watching a movie and she stood there for a while just observing him. The man was very handsome it was insane and she knew that but there were some times that it really hit her and she always went crazy. The man was so gorgeous it was as if he fell down from heaven or something and after standing there for an unreasonable amount of time just staring at him, she cleared her throat to notify him of her presence and he immediately turned around and smiled while he looked at her from her head to her toe."Why are you looking at me like that?" she asked him with a small smile playing on her lips."Well am I not supposed to look at you anymore?" He asked as he stood up and walked up to
Dinner was fun. They discussed about everything and after eating and clearing the table together, they decided to watch a movie.The movie was interesting but soon enough they both got bored and Ethan said he wanted to sleep but Ava did not want him to sleep because she knew that this was not how she wanted the night to end. It was hard to believe but throughout her stay in the house they had never been intimate and she just believed that today was the perfect day for it to happen and him saying he wanted to sleep was going to ruin what she had in mind so she needed to think fast."Alright then" she said as she sat up. She didn't know where the courage came from but she leaned in and kissed him lightly on his lips."Thank you for tonight. I really enjoyed myself and I felt very special" she said to him and he smiled. The sleep in his eyes had fled at this point."Of course Ava. You don't need to thank me, you deserve everything good because you have been so good to me and I just thou
It was the next day and Ava was in the living room working on some documents. The previous night had been one of the best nights of her life and also one that she was most unsure of. She really believed that everything was moving too fast with Ethan but at the same time she was not necessarily doing anything to slow it down, instead, she was even fuelling it the more.Ethan had left not too long ago to go see Christopher about the hiring of a private investigator to watch Kimberly’s movement. She had shown her displeasure with him asking his cousin for help following what had transpired between him and her but Ethan had assured her that everything was going to be fine and he was doing it because he didn’t want the press getting a whiff of the news cause then it was going to ruin the whole plan.“You have to promise me that you will be careful. I don’t trust that man’’ Ava said as she towelled her wet hair earlier ‘’I promise Ava. I’ll be fine. Remember that this is my cousin and our
Immediately Christopher sent the investigators number to Ethan. He wasted no time in calling him and asking him to meet with him. He had made sure that the line was secure as he discussed why he wanted to meet him because he didn't want to discuss it over the phone because he knew how crazy the media could get and he was skeptical that his phone had been tapped so he told him to meet him in a very private place.The day that they were to meet, Ethan got a call from one of the workers at the office that his presence was needed urgently at the office and he decided to go and see what it was because he was going to pass the office on his way to his appointment with the investigator anyway.When he got there, there was a crowd of people and he stood at the entrance for a while as he watched to understand what was happening. When they noticed his presence, all eyes turned towards him and he walked to the middle to meet one of the security men who was standing with a woman that looked quite
As the private investigator's car rolled down the street, the atmosphere inside the car was tense for no necessary reason as none of them has said a word after Ethan got into the car and they introduced themselves.Ethan had gotten into the private investigator car and left his car back at the uncompleted building because of safety purposes or whatever the private investigator who had introduced himself as Jeff said.Ethan didn't know what to say to break the ice and Jeff was waiting for the person who wanted to hire him to speak up but it seemed like that was too much to wish for because Ethan was sitting stiffly in the passenger's seat, his gaze fixed anywhere but on him. It was obvious that he was lost in his thoughts as Jeff stole some glances at him from time to time but the gentleman did not even notice all that was happening.Finally, unable to stand the silence any longer, he spoke up."Are you going to say something?" He asked and that brought Ethan back to reality."I'm sorr
On his arrival to the hospital, he was directed to the delivery room where Ava was already in labor after identifying himself as her husband.He quickly rushed to her side. Seeing her in pain, made his heart break but he tried to be strong for her sake. He took her hand in his and whispered sweet nothings and words of encouragement to her."You're doing so well, my love. You're so brave and strong," he smiled tentatively and Ava squeezed his hand tightly. She was glad that he was there with her because it gave her some degree of courage.She managed to push through the pain and after a few hours of labor, the baby finally came out and she was the most beautiful thing Ava had ever seen.The doctor placed the baby in Ava's arms and both she and Ethan cried tears of joy and relief. Their baby was here. And she was so beautiful.As Ava held her child, she felt a thousand emotions at the same time. Her heart was overflowing with happiness and she glanced up Ethan who smiled brightly at h
A few months later, Ava's baby bump was starting to show and she was beginning to feel the effects of pregnancy. She was always experiencing morning sickness but Ethan was always there for her, taking care of her every need and never leaving her side. One morning after he had helped her to massage her legs because they were sore, she said."I don't know what I would do without a caring partner like you,""Good thing you don't have to ever find out," Ethan said, kissing her on the forehead. "You'll always have me by your side, no matter what." He whispered and she blushed hard at his words. She was more than lucky to have him in her life, and she knew that no matter what happened, they would always find a way around it.Kimberly and Caroline had finally come back from their trip and were also helpful her in little ways they could until the responsibility fell solely on Caroline surprise when two weeks earlier Kimberly had fallen pregnant too.She had been so excited to tell Ava and
A few minutes later, they were ushered into the doctor's office and after a few questions, he actually her her into the examination room where Ava was given a quick check-up.The room was silent as they doctor carried out his examination and wrote something down occasionally on his pad. After few moments had passed, the doctor then turned to Ava and Ethan with a small smile. "Well, Mrs Ava, you are indeed sick but it's not in the way that you might think," the doctor said, the smile on her face getting wider. "What do you mean?" Ava asked, confused by the doctor's words. "It's a good news. You're pregnant," the doctor broke she news to them her smile getting even bigger. They both looked at each other in shock. They hadn't been expecting this news at all. Not so soon at least. But after the initial shock wore off, they excitement started to set in. They were going to have a baby. It felt so unreal.Once the news had settled on Ethan and he understood what the doctor had said, a l
They were finally heading back to Florida after their three weeks honeymoon in Dubai. Ava didn't want to leave because of the amount of fun they were having but she also missed Jaden and Jane so much that she also really wanted to leave immediately. It was like she had a double mind or something."I can't to wait to see the kids but I also don't want to leave Dubai yet" she shared her predicament with Ethan and he smiled."Well that's a simple one. We can go back and then come back with them or we can stay back and fly them over here and even if you want to live here now, we can make that work you know " he said and Ava rolled her eyes at him as she laughed."Okay show off. I know you've got the power to make anything I want happen but I was just kidding so relax" "I was just trying to make sure you have everything that you need and want so I'm not the bad guy here" he chuckled."Yeah, whatever. Let's go before the pilot starts looking for us now" she said, picking up the last of he
Ava felt excited at the prospect of all that he had suggested. She didn't want to leave Dubai without doing any fun thing at all."I'll love to go to the Burj Khalifa then" she said and Ethan nodded as he turned the car direction towards their new location.They drove to the Burj Khalifa and as they stepped out of the car, they looked up at the massive building. Ava had never seen anything quite like it. It was truly breathtaking. They made their way to the restaurant and once they settled down, Ethan said."You should have their seafood pasta. It's very good. I give you my word" he said and that was what they both ordered when the waiter came to take their order and they had their wonderful meal while looking out at the city lights below."This place is really beautiful. Breathtaking in fact" she said."It is no doubt " Ethan agreed and soon they finish eating and after leaving the Burj Khalifa, they decided to go the mall and they stroll around, taking in all the sights and sounds
The next day they left for their honeymoon in Dubai. They were going to be gone for three weeks and they left with the kids crying but they promised them that they would come back with plenty beautiful things for them and that was enough to stop their tears.The flight to Dubai was long, but Ava slept through most of it while Ethan used that opportunity to get some work that was due done and sent to his secretary. When they arrived, they were greeted by the warm sun and the beautiful palm trees that lined the streets. Dubai was a normal stop for Ethan so he was used to it but Ava was mesmerized by the city.They checked into their hotel, which was luxurious and elegant, as usual and they immediately felt at home. The next few days after their arrival was used in exploring the city, visiting the mosques, the museums, and the souks. Ethan took her to his favorite spots and she tasted the local food, shopped for souvenirs, and made memories that would last a lifetime.One day during o
The driver greeted her and opened the door for her and she entered without speaking a word. What the hell was going on? She had no idea but if he kids were in harm's way than she was going to go save them.All the other drive, she continued calling Ethan's phone but it was not connecting.They arrived the vacation home and once again the driver opened the door for her and she got down and was welcomed by a very good looking waitress."Please follow me to see your children" was all she said before turning and walking away and Ava immediately followed her and she took her to the entrance of a garden and then stopped."Your kids are in there. Please they're waiting" she said and then left and Ava looked at the entrance for a moment before she entered it. The whole place was decorated with fresh flowers and she was the only one there until she had little running steps and turned around to see Jaden and Jane running towards her dressed in formal wear and not the school uniform they had l
He stared at her as she slept and decided to take her upstairs to their room so she could be comfortable and once he had tugged her into bed safely, he also got ready for bed because the next day promised to be a hectic one because the preparation for the second phase of Kimberly's plan was starting tomorrow and he could not wait. He was very excited like a child who had just been giving a lollipop to see how things would pan out. He laid down next to her and closed his eyes, a smile playing on his lips. He knew that as long as Ava was by his side, he could take on anything life threw at him and he knew that he had finally found the one person that completed him and he could not believe that he had also almost lost her. Soon, he drifted off to sleep, happy and content, dreaming of a future with the woman of his dreams. Ava snuggled closer to him in her sleep, sensing that he was beside her. In her sleep, she smiled, feeling safe and protected. The next morning, Ava woke up to the
The next few days were a blur for Ava as all she did was just to spend time at home with the kids, creating beautiful memories with them.At the beginning of the week , she had also sent in her resignation letter to her office. She was no longer interested in going to work there and she also was in no hurry to find a new job for the first time in her life because she really didn't need it when she had Ethan.It was two days after she sent in her resignation letter that she got a call from Kimberly."Hey there Ava, how are you doing?" She asked on her usual energetic voice and Ava could also hear the excitement in her voice. "I'm doing great Kim. How are you doing?" She replied, curious about why she sounded so excited. She already suspected that it must have to do with Alistair."I'm doing amazing actually. I just got a call from Alistair's uncle and he told me the case is over! We don't have to worry about a thing anymore" she broke the good news and Ava's whole life changed with t