All Chapters of Against the rules : Chapter 31 - Chapter 34

Ava’s POVThe morning light entered through the blinds, casting soft beams of sunlight across the room. I could hear the faint hum of traffic from outside, but it felt distant, like it didn't matter. It was just me and Logan, lounging in my small apartment, an easy peace between us.Logan was sprawled on the couch, a bowl of cereal in hand, and I sat on the armrest, my legs tucked beneath me as I scrolled through my phone. The air was quiet except for the occasional clink of his spoon hitting the bowl, but I felt completely content."You know, you’re not bad at this whole 'relaxing at home' thing," Logan remarked, glancing up at me with that lazy grin of his. He had his usual cocky charm, but this morning, it wasn’t as sharp. It was softened, like he was letting down his guard, just for me.I raised an eyebrow, setting my phone down. "Is that a compliment? Or are you just mocking my lifestyle?"Logan shrugged with a casual smirk. "A little bit of both. I always imagined you'd be all a

~Logan's POV~After leaving Levi’s apartment, I drove back to my place, but my mind was still restless. Even though I had reassured Levi, the tension from our father’s sudden reappearance still didn't set with me. I knew I wouldn’t be able to sleep. And honestly, I didn’t want to. Not when there was only one person who could make me feel better.I grabbed my phone and dialed Ava’s number. She picked up after a few rings, her voice laced with sleep.“Logan?” she murmured.A smile tugged at my lips. “Hey, nerd. Were you sleeping?”“Obviously. Unlike some people, I don’t stay up all night brooding,” she teased, her voice groggy but warm.I chuckled, leaning back on my couch. “Yeah, well… I couldn’t sleep. I missed you.”There was a pause on the other end, and then she sighed softly. “Logan…”“What?” I asked, closing my eyes. “Is it a crime to miss my girlfriend?”“No, but it’s rare for you to admit it,” she said playfully. “You’re all tough and broody, remember?”I smirked. “Maybe, but o