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Chapter Thirty Seven - Confusion or Conviction??
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The hum of the jet’s engines was steady, a soothing backdrop to the otherwise tense atmosphere in the cabin. Ava Affleck sat beside James Valquez, her eyes occasionally flicking to his face. He was staring out the window, his features unreadable, his fingers drumming absently on the armrest. Across from them, Emma Valquez was excitedly chatting with the flight attendant about her plans in France. Her enthusiasm was contagious, and Ava tried to engage in the conversation, but her attention kept returning to James. He hadn’t been himself since they boarded the jet, his usual commanding presence overshadowed by an unsettling quietness. His sharp wit and cold demeanor were still there, but they felt muted, as if his mind was elsewhere entirely. Ava leaned slightly toward him. “James, is everything alright?” James didn’t respond immediately, his gaze fixed on the clouds outside. When he finally spoke, his voice was calm, almost detached. “I’m fine. Just thinking about a work issue.”
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The paramedic station hummed with its usual controlled chaos. The sterile scent of disinfectant mingled with the faint smell of coffee as medics hurriedly prepared for the next emergency. Ava moved quickly through the station, her boots clicking against the tiled floor. Her blonde hair was tied back in a low ponytail, and her paramedic uniform bore the wear of a long shift. It had been one of those days, filled with non-stop calls, tough patients, and the weight of responsibility that came with the job. “Another one for the books, huh?” asked Carla, one of Ava’s closest colleagues, as they both leaned on the counter of the reception desk. “You could say that,” Ava replied with a tired smile. She sipped her lukewarm coffee, savoring the brief moment of calm. It didn’t last long. From the corner of her eye, Ava noticed Dr. Marcus, the newly appointed medical director, striding toward her. His expression was hard to read, but the tightness in his jaw and the way his eyes darte
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The city skyline stretched out before James as he sat at his desk in the towering headquarters of Valquez Enterprises. It had been a few months since Patrick’s birth, and his life was full of both joy and responsibility. He adored being a father, though juggling his growing business empire and newfound parenthood was taking its toll.Lately, James had felt an unfamiliar weariness settle over him. The fatigue was more than the usual demands of his relentless schedule; it clung to him like a shadow. His mind raced through meetings and numbers, but his body struggled to keep up.It was another typical day at work, filled with back-to-back meetings and calls. James sipped his coffee, trying to shake off the dull headache that had lingered all morning. As his trusted assistant, Rodri, entered the office with a file in hand, James felt a sudden wave of dizziness wash over him.“Sir? Are you alright?” Rodri asked, noticing the color drain from James’ face.“I’m fine,” James muttered, waving
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The door to the delivery room opened at last, and James froze mid-pace. A nurse stepped out, her expression soft and full of warmth.“Mr. Valquez,” she began, her voice gentle but firm, “you have a healthy baby boy.”James’s heart stopped, then kicked into overdrive. The words echoed in his mind: healthy baby boy. His mouth went dry, and his chest felt as though it might explode with emotion.“And Ava?” he asked, his voice trembling.“She’s tired but stable,” the nurse reassured him. “She’s asking for you.”James didn’t wait for more. He brushed past her, pushing the door open and stepping inside the room. The sight before him took his breath away.Ava lay in the hospital bed, her face pale and damp with sweat but glowing with a quiet strength. In her arms, bundled in a soft blue blanket, was their son. The baby’s tiny hand peeked out, clutching at the air, and a soft coo escaped his lips.“James,” Ava whispered, her voice weak but filled with warmth as she looked up at him.James app
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The dim glow of the bedside lamp cast soft shadows across the bedroom as Ava shifted in her sleep. The city was quiet outside, and the rhythmic hum of the heater filled the room. But something wasn’t right.Ava’s eyes fluttered open, and a sharp jolt of pain shot through her abdomen. At first, she thought it was another of the false alarms she’d been experiencing over the past few weeks. She placed a hand on her swollen belly, her breathing shallow as the pain intensified.Her pulse quickened. This wasn’t a Braxton Hicks contraction—this was different.“James,” she whispered, her voice barely audible in the stillness. But he wasn’t beside her. He had been working late in his study, something about an urgent business report that couldn’t wait.A stronger contraction rippled through her body, and she gasped, clutching the sheets. Panic began to set in.“James!” she called out louder this time, her voice breaking.The sound of her cry echoed down the hallway, reaching James, who was hunc
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The gravel crunched under James’ polished shoes as he hurried after Ava, his heart heavy with concern. She was already halfway down the long driveway, her strides purposeful but shaky. He knew her well enough to recognize when she was barely holding herself together.“Ava!” he called, quickening his pace.She didn’t turn. Her arms were crossed tightly, her head tilted downward. He caught up to her just as she reached the edge of the estate grounds.“Ava, wait.” His hand reached for her elbow, his voice soft but firm.She stopped abruptly, yanking her arm away as she spun to face him. “James, don’t,” she said, her voice cracking. Her eyes, brimming with tears, glared at him, though the anger wasn’t meant for him.He held up his hands In a gesture of surrender. “I’m not here to argue,” he said gently. “But you’re upset, and I’m not letting you walk out of here alone. Let me take you home.”Ava hesitated, her chest heaving with unspoken emotions. Finally, she nodded, her lips pressed int
The Billionaire's Weakness Chapter Seventy One — The Unexpected Visit
James and Ava stood side by side, their polished shoes crunching against the gravel path that led to the grand countryside estate. The address Ava had received days earlier burned in her mind—a simple note signed by her estranged mother, Lillian Affleck. It was a summons Ava couldn’t ignore, despite the years of silence that stretched between them like an unbridgeable chasm. James, ever the poised billionaire, adjusted his cufflinks and glanced at Ava. “Are you sure about this?” His voice carried a mix of concern and reassurance. Ava nodded, though her heart raced. “I need answers, James. I can’t keep pretending the past doesn’t matter.” The massive oak door creaked open as they approached, revealing a man in his late fifties. His salt-and-pepper hair was neatly combed, and his tailored suit hinted at wealth, though his warm smile added a touch of humility. “Welcome,” he said, his voice deep but kind. “Mr. James Valquez? What are you doing here?” “Excuse me, where do you know
