Jayden continued " And one more thing, Ava? No one will ever want you. That's a fact, you're so... " He shook his head, leaving his words hanging. He wanted her to imagine the worst thing anyone would ever call her.
" How long has this been happening and why her?? " She asked, still dazed by his revelations.He took a seat again and crossed one leg over the other leisurely " Hmm... I've been sleeping with her for as long as I can remember, you were just too dumb to see it and as for the second question, she gives the best blowjob so why won't I be with her? I doubt you've ever touched a d*ck " He said and his voice held a mocking tone at the end." So you're sleeping with my friend because I refused to have sex with you?! " She asked in a whisper, feeling sick all of a sudden." Yup " He answered without giving a f*ck.Ava blinked back her tears quickly, refusing to break down before this son of a b*tch." But I can stop everything if you sleep with me, I don't really love her. She gives me good and satisfying sex, that's all " He said" We can do this, baby " He begged, staring at her with a sad face." Go to hell, I'm breaking up with you " She said, her voice choked with her disgust.He glared at her when he realized he couldn't get to convince her. His phone rang the second time and he picked. Ava thought it was deliberate." Hey babe " He greeted cheerfully and Ava clenched her hands in fists. She wanted to grab her bag and leave but that would only make him glad so she sat there while her boyfriend.... Ex now, talked dirty with her friend. Her head was banging and all she wanted to do was to sleep away her sorrow. He said no one would want her. Was he right though? She asked herself but got no answer." Sorry about that, she's quite the freaky one, I know and I LIKE it " He said, laughing and placed his phone beside him.Ava knew what he did there, he intentionally laid emphasis on the word LIKE.She thought it was time to go and got up " I'm done with you, son of a b*tch " She spat out and grabbed her bag.He laughed " I Am Done With You, Sweetheart. Try to change, huh? You might be able to get a man then "Shoving down the tears threatening to fall, she held her head high and smiled, looking down on him " Jayden Hayes, I'll make you eat your words. You just wait " She swore, vowing to show him how wrong he was." Well I wish you good luck, you need it really. I may decide to take you back when you're a woman. But right now, you're a girl " He said, hurting her more.His words stabbed her heart like a knife but she smiled nevertheless " We shall see about that " and with that, she marched out of his apartment. His laughter accompanied her out of his apartment until she couldn't hear the devilish laughter anymore.She managed to get to her apartment before allowing the tears to fall like river. She was going to make him regret leaving her, she vowed. She decided to relocate to nurse her heart and have a fresh start. ***************Two years later, Ava transformed into a stunning beauty who took her job seriously. Of course men came her way but after going on a date with few of them, she found that they didn't have that particular thing she wanted in a man. So she stopped going to such ridiculous dates and focused on herself instead.On one afternoon after spending half the day cooped up in her apartment, she wanted a drink and got up to go get it in the refrigerator. But to her disappointment, she discovered that she had none left." F*ck " escaped through her lips as she realized she'd have to go do some grocery shopping." Ugh! " She groaned. She really didn't want to step a foot outside her apartment and had looked forward to spending the day indoors. But now, she'd have to go to that store else she'd starve to death because she had nothing to eat.With a sigh, Ava swung her legs over the edge of the bed and padded towards her closet. Her refrigerator was nearly barren, showcasing a few wilted vegetables and a solitary carton of milk. The thought of a satisfying meal made her stomach growl in agreement.Rummaging through her closet, Ava opted for a pair of faded grey sweatpants that were comfortably loose and frayed at the hems. She paired them with a plain white t-shirt, appreciating the casual simplicity of the outfit. After slipping into a pair of well-worn sneakers, she tied her blonde hair into a loose ponytail, a few strands framing her face.Downstairs, Ava grabbed her phone and keys, stuffing them into her pockets before snatching a canvas tote bag from the coat hook by the door. She didn't bother with makeup; the day didn't warrant such effort. As she stepped outside, the crisp air greeted her, the faint scent of distant rain promising a cool afternoon ahead.Ava glanced at her phone, noticing an incoming call from Hunter, the persistent guy who had been vying for her attention over the past few months. Just when she thought the day couldn't get any worse. He wasn't even close to her type at all. Plus he talked about sex a lot. The few times she engaged herself in a conversation with him, ninety percent of what he talked about was sex and she hated that. She couldn't have an intellectual conversation without him bringing up sex topic. He bored her really and when she mentioned it to Bella, the new friend she had made at work, Bella had laughed and advised her not to even think of dating Hunter because he seemed like an asshole. She hesitated for a moment, debating whether to answer or let it go to voicemail.Curiosity got the better of her, and with a resigned sigh, she accepted the call. " Hello? " she greeted, trying to mask her reluctance." Hey, Ava! It's Hunter " his voice crackled through the phone, laced with enthusiasm. " How's your day going? "Ava forced a polite tone. " It's alright, Hunter. I was just heading out for some grocery shopping "" Perfect timing! Listen, I know you've been busy lately, but I was wondering if maybe you'd like to grab dinner tonight? There's this new Italian place I've been wanting to try, and I think you'd really enjoy it " Hunter proposed eagerly. " I appreciate the offer, Hunter, but I'm not sure tonight works for me. I've got some things to take care of " she replied, hoping he'd take the hint." Come on, Ava! It'll be fun, I promise " Hunter persisted, undeterred by her polite refusal." Maybe another time " Ava tried to let him down gently. " I've really got to get going now, though. Take care, Hunter "" Alright, I'll catch you later then. Have a great day, Ava " Hunter said with a hint of disappointment before hanging up.The journey to the grocery store was a short walk from her apartment. She strolled along the sidewalk, relishing the freedom of the day. The streets were alive with th
As she vanished into the crowd, Bryan felt a pang of frustration. Her swift departure and the invisible barrier she erected around herself only fueled his desire to unravel her mystery. He was attracted to her, yeah but there was something else. He signaled discreetly to his discreetly positioned bodyguard, instructing him to tail Ava without raising any suspicion.With a steely determination, Bryan decided to delve deeper into the enigma that was Ava. What lay beneath her composed exterior? What secrets did she conceal behind that inscrutable facade? There was an undeniable pull, a magnetic force that drew him toward her, despite the barriers she erected.It wasn't just her captivating presence or the elegance that radiated from her being. It was the flicker of sadness that momentarily clouded her eyes, the hidden sorrow that she tried so hard to mask. Bryan couldn't help but wonder about the cause of her guarded demeanor, a past perhaps etched with pain or loss that made her retrea
" Yayyy! My friend is in love! " Bella screamed on top of her lungs. " Hey, are you crazy?! Why are you screaming?? " Ava's eyes widened as she tried to stop Bella . Bella's voice went calm in an instant " Yeah I'm crazy, this is crazy, Ava! "Ava rolled her eyes " How? "" This is literally the first time you took an interest in a guy " Bella explained calmly but the excitement was still evident in her voice. Ava's mouth curved, and a hint of smile appeared. She expected nothing less from Bella. " The first time? You keep forgetting that I once dated someone " Ava replied." Okay okay, first time in a long time " Bella corrected herself, and Ava could imagine her swaying her hand in demonstration. " But come to think of it, " Bella continued thoughtfully " The guy you dated was a douchebag and I think you dated yourself, not him " She bursted into laughterAva rolled her eyes " Shut up, that doesn't change the fact that we dated and I loved him " She said quietly. Bella seemed t
" I'm afraid that's not possible as I have other things to attend to " She said politely. " You're sad and lonely, aren't you? " He blurted out, staring deep into her eyes. Ava felt he could see through her soul. Her eyes flickered, a subtle interplay of emotions dancing within their depths. She seemed to wrestle with conflicting impulses, torn between letting him in or maintaining the barrier she had carefully erected." I appreciate your concern, but I can't... " Her voice trailed off, a veil of reticence settling over her features." I won't push if you don't want me to " Bryan assured her, sensing the fragility of the moment. " But know that if you ever need someone to talk to, I'll be here " Ava looked confused, how did he expect her to find him even if she wanted to open up to someone? Oh, this was someone who got her place easily so that wouldn't be difficult for him, she thought. She started to talk " How do you... "But Bryan interrupted her " It's okay, Ava. There will a
" Well, life has a way of surprising us " Bella remarked, her optimism infectious. " Maybe this is your moment "Ava mulled over Bella's words. Maybe it was her moment, a chance for something new and unexpected. But the uncertainty gnawed at her. What if this encounter led to nothing? What if it was just a fleeting moment in time?" I'll be here for you no matter what happens, Ava. You know that, right? " Bella's voice softened with genuine care.Touched by Bella's unwavering support, Ava felt a surge of gratitude. " Thank you, Bella. You're the best friend anyone could ask for "" Anytime, Ava. Now, go on, think about what this could mean for you. And call me the moment you have any updates! " Bella teased, injecting a note of lightheartedness into the conversation.Ava chuckled, feeling a bit lighter. " I will, I promise. Thanks again, Bella "As the call ended, Ava sat back, the whirlwind of emotions slowly settling into a sense of cautious hope. With a newfound optimism, she allow
As the night enveloped the city, Bryan made his way back home. Despite the day drawing to a close, his hope burned brighter than ever. He couldn't explain it, but he felt a strong sense that their paths would intertwine again.Back in his villa, Bryan settled onto his balcony, gazing at the stars sprinkled across the night sky. Thoughts of Ava lingered, her presence almost palpable in the quietude of the night." I'll see her again " Bryan whispered into the night, a quiet promise to himself. He closed his eyes, a sense of anticipation and longing filling his heart.With a hopeful sigh, he drifted off to sleep, his dreams filled with visions of a future encounter with Ava, hoping that fate would bring them together once more. **********************The morning sun streamed through Bryan's window, gently coaxing him awake. He blinked away the remnants of sleep, his mind immediately drifting back to thoughts of Ava. She was the first thing on his mind, just as she had been
They settled into a cozy corner, poring over the menu with animated discussions about their preferences." So, Ava, have you heard anything new about that project you're working on? " Bella asked, sipping her coffee.Ava nodded, a spark of enthusiasm in her eyes. " Yes, we made some significant progress yesterday! I'm really excited about the direction it's taking "" That's amazing! You've been killing it lately, " Bella praised, her genuine admiration evident in her voice." And you've been a fantastic support, as always " Ava replied warmly, grateful for Bella's encouragement.Their laughter echoed through the café as they indulged in their lunch, savoring every bite of their sandwiches and sharing anecdotes about their day.As they finished their meal, Bella glanced at the time. " Back to work, huh? "Ava nodded, a contented smile gracing her lips. " Back to the grind. But hey, at least we had this amazing lunch break! "Together, they made their way back to the office, their step
Ava stepped into her apartment, greeted by a sense of comfort mingled with the sight of scattered papers and a few misplaced items. With a small sigh, she closed the door behind her, setting her bag down as she surveyed the tidying-up that awaited her." Looks like I've got some work to do, " Ava muttered to herself, running a hand through her hair. She loved her cozy space, but today, it seemed to demand a bit of attention.She started with the living room, gathering stray books and organizing the scattered cushions. As she picked up a framed photograph from the side table, her thoughts wandered to Bryan. She wondered what he might be doing at that very moment." Is he thinking about our unexpected meeting too? " Ava pondered aloud, a faint smile gracing her lips at the thought. She shook her head, refocusing on the task at hand.With determination, she moved on to the kitchen, putting away dishes and wiping down countertops. The rhythmic motion of cleaning helped clear her mind, but