Chapter 13 Ava's Best Friend

Albertra Chelette Pov

Avalette was shocked to find out about Samuel's living arrangment, plus to find out the run-down apartment that she had been living in for the past four years is owned by Wizton Corp.  I could see the pain of betrayal in her eyes.

I decided to change the subject.  Yes, she needs to know everything that I have learned about her..., Hmm, what the hell do I call him?  I want to call him, shit face fucker.  But that would not be appropriate, just not yet.

So, I mentioned a special someone that will be overjoyed that she was back.  Avalette scrunched up her nose and said, "who papa?"  I smiled and said, "that she will find out by the end of the week."  Which I cannot wait for her to see him again.  Jay Dean Sterling.  I don't think, Avalette has seen him in four years or so, and I know J.D. is in love with Avalette.  He has been for years.

But, I said to Avalette,  "I have a surprise that should be walking through that door any minute now."  Avalette looked at me and said, "what papa?"  I said nothing, I just smiled at her.  Then the door slided open and in walked her best friend, Isabella.

Ava Pov

I jumped up and cried out, Isabella, "I can't believe you came to see me?"  Isabella said, "why not?"  You're my best friend, why would I not make the trip to see you?"  I of course, started crying like a big baby.  I walked up to Isabella and hugged her tightly.  I am so broken.

My personal maid, Maria, had entered with Isabella.  Maria smiled at the two of us.  She said, "please follow me, I will take you both to Isabella's room."  I turned to papa, with a huge smile on my face and said, "papa I will catch up on the rest a little later."  Papa just motioned for us to go.  He said, "stay out of trouble you two," with a light laugh.

As we were following Maria, she turned to us and asked, "how long have the two of us been friends?"  Isabella chimed in and said, "at least since middle school."  I gasped, " I cannot believe it has been that long."  As we both chuckled.

We arrived at Isabella's room that she will be staying in.  It so happens to be next door to the bedroom I am in.  Isabella's room is just as spacious as mine.  Her bed is a king size; it is nicely decorated in pastels.  It looks like it was made for her in mind.  Off to the side is a sitting area.  The couch is of neutral tones and it is so comfortable.  This room is much bigger than the apartment I stayed in for four years.  Maria told us she will bring us some refreshments and a light snack later on.

Isabella Valentino (Ava's best friend) Pov

I received a phone call from Albertra, last night.  Luckily, I was up working on a wedding gown for a Dukes wife to be.  He told me Avaletta is coming home and that he really wanted me to be there for her.  Albertra said that Avalette is going through a very rough patch, and he felt that she would not be forthcoming with him.  Honestly, I told him I will drop everything to be there for her.

I packed a bag and took the private jet that Albertra sent to me, which I might add, I made it here in record time.  I am a bit jet-lagged but it is worth seeing Avalette.

I was picked up from the private hanger by a caravan of black Escalades.  Each one of these vehicles held two men that where all dressed in black suits.  A man named Louis, came up to me and said, "welcome Miss Valentino, may I take your bags?"

Boy, how respectful these people are.  Hell, they are better mannered then most of the rich and famous people I deal with on a daily basis.  Being one of the top fashion designers in the world, I have run across a multitude of clients.  It is exhausting at times.

Louis motions for me to slid into the backseat of the middle Escalade.  Then we were on our way to the mansion.  Of course, New York hasn't changed much since I last was here.  The streets are full of vehicles, and people yelling at each other.  It just seems really chaotic.

As we were getting closer to the mansion the streets seem to shift to a quieter atomosphere.  This is so much better.  We arrived at the front gate, it opened automatically, as though they were expecting us.  A very, tall man was waiting for me.  He approached the Escalade and opened my car door.  He was such a gentleman, he helped me out of the SUV.  Then he said, "Good morning, Miss Valentino, please follow me."

He led me to a massive double oak doors.  We both entered into a grand foyer, where a bubbly petite maid was waiting for me.  She said her name was Maria and she would be taking me to Avalette.  I said, "led the way."

Maria told me that Avalette is with her papa in the dining room.  When I walked into the dining room with Maria, I noticed Avalette was sitting at the table next to her papa.  She looks way to skinny, and her face is so pale and dull.  It looks like the life has been drained from her.  Avalette does not look like the vibrant woman from four years ago.

What the hell happened to here?  Didn't she tell me that she had found the love of her life?  I don't know much of what has been happening to her these pass four years of her life?  All I know was she cut off all her family and friends, even me.  So, I said to her, "what's been happening in your life Avalette, give me all the dirt and grim?"

Avalette jumped up and said, "Isabella."  Then she ran to me and hugged me tightly.  God, I have missed her so much.