Avery knew that Carson might've made a mistake when he called her that night. He could've just dialled the number without knowing who it was because if he really did call her, he would've said something.She knew she was drunk because she could hear bottles in the background. The sound was too familiar as she heard the same bottle sounds whenever she went to Jane's place. But what she didn't know was Carson's history related to alcohol. She just risked everything when she decided to meet his sister.Ms. Lee's reaction was exactly what Avery hoped to see. But all her plans were ruined when the young billionaire's sister spoke. "There is nothing I can do to help you." "What do you mean?"Ms. Lee lightly smirked, "You met my family, remember? You know how things work and who decides for everyone. I care about Carson but nothing I do or say would matter to that family." Avery paused. This was the first time she saw this side of Ms. Lee even if she just met each other once. "I see."
Jane took a deep breath and Avery knew what the answer was. She leaned back in her chair while Jane sat in front of her. "So what now?"Avery looked at her friend, she didn't want to sound like she was giving up but she was running out of ideas. Jane looked at Avery as she recalled what happened in Carson's office. Jane smiled and nodded. "She did. She wanted to talk to you but you know how Avery can be." Carson lightly smiled but she can sense that he was sad and hurt. "I can't meet her, Jane. I don't know what she told you but I can't trust her anymore."Carson sounded exactly like Avery. That's when Jane understood how her bestfriend fell for the man. "I know it's hard, especially after what she did but Avery isn't the type to fix relationships. She usually runs away since she doesn't care. I know that might be hard to believe, but she is doing everything she can to just talk to you. She even talked to your sister." His eyes widened when he heard the last line. But he didn't r
Avery couldn't believe what she was seeing right now. Even if she can see Carson in commercials and billboards, it was different when she saw him again. His aura was different from the one she remembered. He was no longer angry or cold. His vibe was warm and gentle, just like he was when they first met. She lightly smiled, "Indeed. Are you free?" He walked to her and nodded. She wiped her hands using her handkerchief as she lead the way. "So I heard that you opened a café." He started as they walked. She nodded but paused when she realized that she didn't tell the news to anybody aside from Jane and Alexander. "How did you---"He didn't let her finish and smiled when they reached the café. Jane and Brix were smiling widely as if everything was a secret surprise. Avery shaked her head as she smiled. "So, we have a date. We'll leave the two of you?" Jane asked as Avery and Carson approached them.She didn't wait for Avery's response and grabbed Brix's hand. The couple then left.
"Do you feel the same way towards me?" She paused with the sudden question. He looked worried and nervous but she didn't understand why. "Why?"He chuckled, "I need to know why you were doing all of these. Why try so hard to talk to me when you could've just run away? I don't think you would do these to your other targets." She looked down as he spoke. "I feel the same way as you."He smiled, "That's good to know." She couldn't believe that this was actually happening. Is this even real? Or is Carson getting revenge for everything that she did to him? "If this is some kind of joke, I don't want to be a part of it."He shaked his head. He could feel her drifting away and he didn't want that to happen. He looked at her with concern. "No, Avery. This is real. I want to make this work. I know our beginning wasn't that nice but I want to start fresh."She didn't know what to respond. She couldn't believe what she was hearing right now. After 3 months, this is what he wanted? "
"I'm sorry, honey, my wife found about us. We need to stop this."Avery stopped sipping her favorite Urban Remedy juice and looked at him. The man in front of her was the CEO of a mobile phone company called JDC Mobile. From the brand of his shoes to his suit, one could already tell that he was one of the richest men in the country. His posture also indicated that he was educated. He was a man of wealth and power, the perfect target for Avery. "What about my condominium? Who's going to finish paying that?" He bit his nails as he thought of a solution. His phone then rang and his wife's name showed up. Avery smirked then her gaze turned to the old man. "I… Technically, the owner of the condominium is me. You just need to move out."Avery moved closer to him, showing a bit of her cleavage. He liked her chest too much that it became his weakness. His expression immediately changed when his gaze turned to her chest. She smiled and pursed her lips, "But you told me it's mine. We d
"Who are you?!" She exclaimed as she tried to hide her body. The man's face turned red instantly and stormed out at once. "Pervert!" Avery shouted. She even felt her body tremble in fear. Maybe someone had another key to her room? Maybe John set this up? Or maybe his wife did it? John told her that she was a dangerous woman. Avery started to feel worried and scared about what would possibly happen to her.She got her nightgown and wore it then headed to the hallway to check if there was anyone there. But to her luck, the hallway was empty. She checked the doorknob to see if it was broken. Maybe it was not safe for her to stay? Or maybe she should get the door fixed?Her heart continued to beat fast as her thoughts about the pervert increased. She would definitely tell the management about this. Her only problem was that she couldn't remember how he looked like. She was about to call John when she noticed that he still hadn't replied. He would reply to her photos almost immediatel
"Avery, why can't you just find a nice guy who will love you and stay with you until you grow old?" Jane said.Avery placed her head on her friend's shoulder, "Tell me that when you finally found your true love. As far as I'm concerned, true love isn't real.""You'll never find it if you keep up meeting old men." Avery laughed. "At least I don't get my heart broken like you." Jane shook her head. She knew that no matter what she told Avery, the other won't listen. It's like Avery closed her heart from the world without even trying. "Wow. That family is getting popular nowadays." Jane commented as a commercial played on TV. Avery turned her attention to it. "Do you think that he might be interested in me?"Jane sighed, "You're hopeless. Why not date the son?"Avery laughed, "I'm not interested in immature men. He probably doesn't have much money, unlike his dad."Jane did not react and just hoped that a prince charming can save her friend from her trauma and fears. She did not
"Do I know you?"She paused. She was about to say something when one of the guards stopped him and led him somewhere. Avery watched as the guy walked away. His aura was different now than the other day. He seemed the serious type and his expensive suit made him intimidating. But he his perfume was familiar. It was the same perfume that lingered in her condominium. Now, she was sure that he was the pervert from the other day. This is why she didn't date younger men. They are rude. The following day, news about JDC Mobile spread like wildfire. All broadcast stations and news companies were publishing the said issue. In fact, the company was under investigation even if the proof was already enough to put John behind the bars. While all of these were happening, Avery was sound asleep in her apartment. She was busy fixing her things until late last night that she wasn't able to find a target. Her phone rang at around 9 am. Still half asleep, she answered it. "Hm… yes?""What did