Turning Of the Tide by Diana Sander

CONVERSATION

Rose gestured toward the phone on the bed displaying a paused scene where the wife was seen catching the mistress by her hair See, that’s how it plays out on TV The main characters are in a long–distance relationstup, and eventually, the guy gets involved with another woman. It’s because of a surprise visit that he gets caught. But Ava, Frank is not that kind of person

“Ever since your return to Sapphire City, he has been very well–behaved. He goes to work and comes back home on time every day. You see, he’s become quite the homebody I assure you he hasn’t even been to the Lithern Club

Having just watched the TV drama Rose had been deeply affected by it and feared that her future sister–in–law might have misunderstandings about her brother. She did not want Frank to be in danger, so she went to great lengths to prove his

ATISOCIENCE.

In other to earn Ava’s trust, she even raised her hand to make a solemn oath

Ava, however, stopped her from going any further. You’re overthinking it I didn’t come here to catch Frank off guard. 1

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About in finutes later, Ava emerged from the bathroom, wearing a nightgown with spaghetti straps. She took off her shoes and climbed onto Rose’s bed, asking. “Are you ready to sleep?”

Rose could not help but think. “Yeah, my future sister–in–law is certainly planning something big. She’s dressed so seductively”

Rose’s direct gaze way so intense, making Ava feel uneasy and flustered. Ava instinctively covered her chest with one hand- and blushed slightly ‘Oh my, stop looking

Rose withdrew her gaze with a mischievous smile and checked the time on her phone’s screen. It was 00 08 am, and she nodded. ‘I stay with you for another half hour, but I have to work tomorrow Edward will be here early, and I can’t keep him waiting outside You see, I have to bring him breakfast.”

“Can’t you invite him in to eat? Grace and William have met hirn, right?” Ava asked curiously, “Don’t Grace and William agree?

Rose replied. “Well, they’ve only met once, and it might make Mr. Landor uncomfortable if we invite him in too soon.”

Ava ratsedd an eyebrow ‘So, can’t you just bring breakfast to him every day?”

Rose chuckled “Have you been to the Wilson’s residence?”

Yeah, my parents live there, Ava replied, sitting cross–legged just like Rose.

The two sat side by side and chatted for over half an hour. During their conversation, Rose asked Ava what she had brought for the two little ones, and Ava mentioned that she had gifted them pink crystals, which earned her another round of compliments from Rose

Little did they know, Frank had gifted pink diamonds, and it appeared that they shared an unspoken connection Rose, meanwhile, could not help but wonder if she and Edward would share such a connection in the future.

As Rose began to yawn Ava quietly left her room and headed to Frank’s bedroom. She carefully opened the door, fearing she nught wake him up

Frank remained undisturbed on the bed Ava, holding her breath, dared not make a sound, fearing that any movement night wake hum It seemed that he was sleeping deeply, perhaps due to great exhaustion, or maybe it was because he was staying in the Roberts family’s house.

She quietly removed her shoes and took slow, careful steps toward the edge of the bed. With her index finger and thumb. she gently gripped a corner of the blanket and swiftly slipped beneath it.

In the next moment. Frank, who had been alert and vigilant, grasped her wrist and was about to switch on the light. Then, at gentle and affectionate voice echoed through the room, saying. “Frank”

Upon hearing it, he was momentarily stunned. He initially suspected it might be Rose playing a prank on him or plotting some scheme, given that the Roberts family was practically impervious to outside intrusion, and only his sister could think of such things. However, he could never have imagined that it was his woman.

As she spoke, she wrapped her arms around his waist beneath the blanket, nuzzling her petite face into his chest. “Frank, do you miss me? Please don’t turn on the light.”

Be withdrew the hand he had prepared to use for the light switch and instead placed it back under the covers, embracing the

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young lady’s shoulders Sensing her stnooth skin, he suppressed a certain emotion and inquired. “When did you arrive?”

She did not answer his question directly as many had asked her the same question today. Instead, she asked, “Are you surprised

To find the person you long for sleeping beside you halfway through the night, how could one not be surprised?

He held her tightly and planted a kiss on her forehead as if he wanted to embed her deeply within himself. “Very surprised.”

For a inoment, neither of them spoke. In the darkness, their eyes, shining like stars, locked onto each other, as if they knew what was about to happen next.

They did know.

He gently tilted his head, and she instinctively raised hers to meet him. Her hands moved languidly from his waist up to his neck, while the room’s temperature continued to climb, their emotions spinning further out of control. He shifted, bracing himself on either side of her.

The prolonged kiss continued, but he was no longer fixated on the tenderness of her lips. Her shoulder became a new focal point, and he moved there inch by inch, reaching the destination he desired.

He spared no efforts in the initial stages, and at this moment, he was diligently preparing the prelude to his masterpiece. People who approached their tasks with seriousness had heightened senses, and the sounds of their passionate encounter -filled the air.

In the quiet night, a gentle breeze brushed through, gently tugging at the branches. The leaves rustled and collided with each other, creating a continuous symphony of sounds, like a unique form of communication.

The moonlight bathed the scene in a soft, cold glow, covering the yard with a layer of light, making it a few degrees colder compared to the warmth inside the room.

An hour and a half later, Ava was more awake. Frank, who was lying beside her, asked, “Shall I carry you to the bathroom? Are you tired?”

“Hmm Yeah.” She nodded, acknowledging her fatigue. While she was wide awake, she just did not feel like moving after their intense encounter.

He filled the bathtub with warm water, carefully testing the temperature with his hand until it was just right. Then, he gently lowered her into the water. The warmth enveloped her, soothing every cell in her body, and making her feel pampered from head to toe. As the tub was large enough for two people to comfortably recline, she invited him in with enthusiasm, saying, “Frank, join me.”

He cleared his throat nervously, fearing he might lose control. I’ll take a quick shower, and then I’ll join you.”

She pouted and stared at him for a few seconds. Eventually, he relented upon meeting her eyes. “Okay, just for a little while. It’s quite late, you know.”

She said teasingly. “Then why did you take so much time?”

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