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To Hate My Stepbrother Chapter 124
Ava’s POVTime passed quickly and with each day that passed, I grew even more fond of Khalid even though I didn’t want to but I couldn’t help it and now I’ve grown to love the child so much.It’s unbelievable that I once thought I would never like him, at some point I didn’t want to be anywhere around him but I’m glad that I didn’t drag him into all of this mess.When Khalid called me his best friend was the most beautiful moment and I wouldn’t stop thinking about it for days. A lot of things have happened in our lives these past weeks.Mason was going to be working late so we both decided that I was going to pick Khalid up since it was Mason’s turn to have him.I got into the apartment and the welcome I got from Aisha wasn’t one that I’m surprised about, I knew she never liked me especially after her attempt to get Khalid to dislike me.“Look who it is.” She said as she came to stand in front of me with her arms akimbo.“I don’t have time for this, where is he?” I asked, rolling my e
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Ava’s POVBecause of our parents arrival and the lack of time to really talk to Mason I was unable to tell him everything I’d heard Aisha say on the call with that stranger the day I went to drop Khalid off.Shrugging the feeling that it might have something to do with Mason off, I decided not to tell him and it didn’t take long for us to retire to bed.The night went by and I could tell that Mason was tired from having a lot to deal with at work so I just let him sleep peacefully since we both have to be up early in the morning and start working on the new contract we just got.****The blaring sound that came from the bedside alarm jolted me out of my sleep and I knew that we had to leave home early but I had no idea that Mason needed to leave that early.My phone chimed and I smiled when I saw his text telling me to come to work when I’ve gotten the rest I needed. Getting ready for work, my phone rang and I was surprised to see Nicole’s name boldly written on the screen.She barely
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Mason’s POVBefore I could ask what her idea was, Ava stood and I watched as she made her way to the front. Raising an eyebrow, I adjusted in my seat and watched as she bowed respectfully and introduced herself.“I know how much you all want to see the plan on the big screen but come on, who are we kidding?” She asked and I widened my eyes in shock but wanted her to continue.“You have the plan in front of you already, showing it on the big screen would be extra and also boring,” she continued as the board members murmured between themselves but she doesn’t seem to care about that.Everyone stared at her confusingly and Ava sighed as she told them she would explain bits by bits.“Okay, look,” she started as she picked up a marker and asked that I turn the projector off so she could explain with bars and charts instead.“I’ll show and explain everything to you this way.” She continued as she turned to look at me and I could see that she was nervous but she seemed to have it all under c
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Aisha’s POVGetting ready for my meeting with someone that’s supposed to help me, I picked up the briefcase that I’d prepared already and made my way to the address sent.I got to the cafe and I could already tell who I was going to see because they all dressed like that. I made my way to the table where the man with the face cap, a black nose mask and sunshades was sitting.“Are you the one that called me?” He asked and I nodded as I slid Ava’s picture to him. I don’t have enough time for formality so I suggested we go down to business.“The dough?” He asked and sighing, I picked up the briefcase and placed it on the table. Putting my hand on my chin, I watched as he opened it and smiled in satisfaction.I knew I couldn’t afford that much money so I was partly grateful to Mason for paying child support because now I would use the money to get rid of Ava for good.Mason is mine and I’m supposed to be the one in his life enjoying all of these benefits and not some step sister. I knew t
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Ava’s POVOn our way back into the house my leg got caught in a twig and I tripped, “Are you okay?” Mason asked and I’d tried to stand but every effort proved futile.“I think I sprained my ankle.” I winced as I pulled my dress up to check the bruise. Worried, Mason immediately picked me up and we both went to the hospital.“I’m fine, I just probably need it to give it a little bit of massage.” I protested but he didn’t listen to me and he insisted we go to the hospital.“She’s fine but she can’t stress the leg much. She has to rest for a few days.” The doctor advised us after checking on my leg and I raised an eyebrow at Mason.We drove back home but I wouldn’t stop talking about how he took my sprained ankle.“I was worried.” He sighed before leaning into me to kiss me and I laughed.“Yeah, you were too busy worrying when you could’ve been playing with me.” I whispered seductively with a wink as Mason carried me up the stairs.“You know, I think I have a lot of time to play right no
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Mason’s POVPacing around the hall and waiting for Ava while I kept the Chinese investor in my office, I checked my wristwatch and let out a sigh.It’s been over an hour since I’d asked Ava to help me bring the file and I just felt like something was wrong somewhere or she would’ve arrived.Hearing footsteps, I lifted my gaze to check who it was and I was disappointed when I saw Parker who immediately shook his head indicating that he hadn’t seen Ava either.Hurriedly, my feet padded back to my office and I was met with a stare from the Chinese man.“I’m sorry please, could you just give me some time to get the papers ready? Like tomorrow?” I asked nervously.He was silent for a while and I thought that I lost him already until he shrugged with a smile as he agreed to come back tomorrow.Shaking his hands, I walked him out of the office and when I was sure that he was gone I hurried back to my office and pulled out my phone to call Ava.It rang multiple times but she wasn’t picking up
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Aisha’s POV“Son of a bitch, you just wait and see what I’m going to do!” I yelled as I stomped out of his house and made my way back to the hideout where I was keeping Ava with the men.Blinded with rage and not caring if I hurt her or not, I kicked her so hard in her stomach that she spat out blood and I felt my anger subside.Seeing her in pain was just all I needed.“It’s all your fault! You!” I started as I pointed my index finger at her, “I got there and he wouldn’t even look at me!” I added angrily.I was still talking when Ava’s mocking laughter made me stop. Turning back to look at her, I wished I could snap her head out of her neck as she snorted.“Why is it so hard to seduce him?” She asked amidst coughs with a raised eyebrow, “if he loves you as much as you claimed then it shouldn’t be such a hard task.” She added and I felt my blood boil.Her expression shifted from pain to amusement as she stared at me, the sound of her voice and the way she glared at me caused my anger
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Mason’s POV“No, she’s not home yet and I’ve been trying to call her but no one is answering her phone, I just hope she's okay.” I sighed as I pinched down on my nose.It’s been hard and two days now and Ava is still not home. Worried, I called Nicole to ask if she’s gotten any word from her but it’s the same thing.No one knew where she might be and even her mom is starting to get worried. At first I’d thought she was probably mad at me but I knew that I didn’t do anything wrong for her to be mad.“Pick up please, please.” I muttered as I called her phone and hoped she would at least answer. I took a swig of my coffee before setting the cup aside and just like the last time no one answered.This doesn’t seem right, nothing does and I know that Ava would never go anywhere without telling me or her best friend or even her mom first.I’d filed a missing report but the police seemed to be too relaxed to do anything about it. Scrolling through all of her socials, I still couldn’t find any
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Ava’s POVDanny’s burial soon came and everything was set and ready. The priest spoke before asking us to come make a speech.Walking up to the altar, I looked at everyone around and it felt like I had nothing to say about Danny except the fact that he was a good father to me.“When everyone was less supportive of me, Danny stayed with me, he could disbelieve a lot of things but he never stopped believing in me. He really is the best father in the world and I don’t think they make fathers like him because I think I took the last one.” I laughed and sniffled and the mood was lightened up a bit.“Danny had touched our lives one way or the other and I don’t think he would want us here crying, he was always so full of life and as crazy as it might sound, I think Danny would want us to be glad that he lived the best of his life.” I finished before walking off.Mason made a speech about his father too and watching him stand there just made my heart come crashing down.“We disagree on a lot
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Ava’s POVThe blaring sound of my phone ringing jolted Mason and I out of our deep sleep and I groaned as I picked the phone up.Who could be calling me at this hour of the morning?Checking the phone, I almost jumped out of bed when I realized that the call was from my mother and I knew she wouldn’t call unless something is really wrong.“Hey mom,” I called into the phone while also tapping Mason who was already up, “What’s wrong?” I asked after a while of silence.“I… it’s Danny,” she sniffled and my eyes widened at once as I immediately prayed that it isn’t what I’m thinking about.“He had a heart attack and they just rushed him into surgery.” She broke down, I knew if she cried any harder she’d be perspiring.Turning to look at Mason who also looked really worried, I tried my hardest to console my mother while I asked Mason to get dressed so we could join them in the hospital.We could’ve waited till daybreak but it’s morning already and my mother needed all the support she could
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Ava’s POVThe thought of Danny at the hospital was a down point for Mason and I and I was glad that I had my important people to help me with it while Mason works to also get his mind out of it.He had to leave Miami for San Francisco for the monthly business check-up to see how things were going on over there and I knew how much I’d miss him but work is work.“You know you actually have like 10 more minutes before your flight takes off and it’s just us here, the restroom might be vacant too.” I winked, I was at the brink of laughter but I didn’t want to break character.I know that we both needed comic relief and I was glad that Mason didn’t read the wrong meaning to what I’d just said and instead his eyes lit up but he soon burst into laughter as he pulled me into him.“If I had enough time you know I’ll take you right here and now.” He smiled before leaning closer to put his lips on mine.I adjusted his tie and watched as he made his way to the plane. The business check-up would la
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Ava’s POVSOME MONTHS LATER.“Mason!” I yelled from the kitchen, I’d completely forgotten that it’s my due date today and my water just broke.The pain I felt from my back down to my uterus was unmatched and just at that point everything seemed irritating to me.I heard Mason’s footsteps coming down the stairs and the fact that he couldn’t have gotten to me faster annoyed everything out of me.“Oh my god!” He screamed in horror when he saw how wet the floor was, “Your water broke? What should I do?” He asked like he didn’t know that the next thing was to get to a hospital.I opened my mouth to speak but everything I wanted to say got caught up in my throat when the sharp pain came again and I clawed on Mason’s hand.Finding a way to release himself from my gasp, I watched as he ran out to get help from Nicole. I never thought the day where my best friend would be annöying would come.“Get your filthy hands off me!” I cried when Nicole touched me and I immediately regretted it because
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Ava’s POVIt’s been a long day and the thought of the investor still annoyed me but I didn’t say anything to Mason because I knew that he isn’t going to take it easy.“Gosh, I feel seriously weak.” I groaned after running to throw up for the third time today as Mason helped me on my chair and I couldn’t do anything but place my head on the table to rest for a while.“We need to go to the hospital right now. Let’s go.” Mason ordered, making me laugh and I knew changing his mind would be hard but I tried and told him about how disappointed the investors would be if we failed at this.After a while of talking him into working for a while, Mason made sure that I didn’t stress myself or even leave his office while we both worked.The day soon ended and Mason and I drove to the hospital to run the test. I’ve been feeling lightheaded and nauseous lately and I just knew that I was pregnant but I also didn’t want to be too forward.The test results came out and it confirmed what I already knew
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Ava’s POV“I don’t know, I didn’t get it last month too and I know that we haven’t spoken about having a child yet which is why I’m telling you about it now…”“Ava!” Mason’s growl made me swallow whatever it is I wanted to say next as I stared at him with fear written all over me.I was rushing my words like anyone was going to do something horrible to me if I didn’t tell him as fast as I could but it was only because I was really scared.What if he doesn’t want a baby yet? I know he loves me so much but what if he isn’t ready?I’d also planned to take a test but I also didn’t want to find out I’m pregnant alone, I want him to be there with me every step of the way and the fact that he hasn’t even said anything since he called my name was killing me.“It’s fine, we’ll go to the clinic after work today and we’ll find out if you’re pregnant or not,” he started with a smile on his lips as he took my hand in his.“You don’t have to be scared or rush your words while talking to me. I’m jus
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Ava’s POVLast night was a memorable one in our new apartment and it was like with each day that passes, the love that I have for Mason just keeps growing and I loved it.Getting ready for work, Mason and I stopped at a diner close to the office to have breakfast before going in for work. The nervousness I usually felt whenever we approached the company when the drama of the news about Mason and I first got out was now nowhere to be found.We finished eating as soon as we could and Mason held my hand as we both got to work and I could swear that I’d already heard a million congratulations today already and the day was just starting.“Congratulations boss,” one of the directors stopped Mason and I as he bumped shoulders with him before bringing out an envelope, “This is for you.” He added, handing Mason the envelope and pecking me on my cheek as we went about our business.Lots of people even took the Liberty to come to our office to congratulate us and they brought gifts too. It took
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Ava’s POVI hated the fact that I had to leave Maldives, we got a cab and soon boarded our plane to where our new house was located.It was a long flight but soon we got to the city and we had to board another cab home. It was going to be my first time in the house and I couldn’t wait to see what surprise was waiting for me.“Just tell me what the surprise is?” I asked as I held Mason, begging him to give me reasons why he wouldn’t let me come to the house until it was time to move finally.“If I tell you or show you the picture of the house then where will the surprise be?” He asked and I pouted, I hated to admit it but he was right, it wouldn’t be a surprise anymore if he showed it to me.The cab pulled over and I could swear that I’d almost passed out when I saw the house. It was not only bigger than where we were staying before, it was even more beautiful and I blinked multiple times so that I’ll be sure that this wasn’t a dream.“It’s so beautiful.” I gasped as I took steps close
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Ava’s POVTurning on my bed, I groaned as I sniffed and I knew that I wasn’t dreaming, a delicious aroma filled the air and that was what jolted me out of my sleep and not because I’ve had enough sleep.Opening my eyes, I savoured the sweet smell and that was when the sight of where the sweet aroma was coming from came. There was food on my bedside table.Smiling, I opened the covered food on the table to see varieties of foods, there was steak, sandwiches with tea and even a bottle of wine, orange juice and water for me to choose from.Moving to the edge of the bed, I decided to start with the sandwich and even though I didn’t want to, I couldn’t help but compare this current marriage to my first one.Mason had always been nice to me and despite the amount of time we spent together he never got tired of me. I knew he’d never change because he loved me so much but somewhere deep down inside me I still kept the thought of something terrible happening even though I knew waiting for some
