Chapter 2

Ava's POV

It's been two days since Maureen paid me a visit and I've been worried sick. I've been on edge expecting the arrogant young billionaire that claims he will take over custody of Leo from me to walk straight into this restaurant or ring my doorbell.

Unfortunately, my best friend thinks it's an opportunity for me to marry a billionaire and make us both rich. I know it's possible and if it happens I'll make sure to do just that but I also know better than to keep my hopes up.

I know the rich people's game pretty well; they walk into your life with zero respect and go straight to demanding what they want. When you disagree, they offer you money and if you still do not agree, you might face a lawsuit.

I'm ready for all that but one thing is for sure; I'm not leaving Leo for any reason.

“Ava, table two needs a menu” Christabel says to me as she moves to prepare an order for a customer.

“On it.” I answer.

Walking to the table in question, I put on my best smile.

“Welcome to John's Diner, here is the menu.” I say in my practiced waitress voice.

The man picks up the menu but the woman is a regular.

“What's up, Ava?” Lily asks.

“I'm good, you?” I ask her.

“Great.” she answers smiling.

“Your boyfriend?” I ask reciprocating her smile.

“Ewwwww God no, she's not even my type” the man suddenly says, frowning.

“Like you are my type, jerk.” she says, rolling her eyes.

“You two would look good together though.” I tease.

“Please, I beg you, do not curse me.” The man pleads.

“Anyway he is my younger brother Andrew, Drew she's a friend Ava” she introduces us.

“Nice meeting you Ava.” He extends his hand.

“Likewise.” I say receiving the handshake.

“Why have I not seen you around?” I am really interested.

“I was in town for business and my sister basically dragged me here.” He explains.

“She might have done that but she won't drag you here again, you'll do the dragging next time.” I say with a smile.

“We'll see about that; I'll take a hamburger and a fresh orange juice.” Placing his order, he hands me the menu.

“The usual?” I ask Lily after writing down Drew's order.

“Of course.” She says, smiling.

“Coming right up.” I state, going into the kitchen to get their orders.

Moving quickly to serve them their orders, I trip and almost fall when Maya—my best friend —holds me.

“ Why do you keep tripping?” She asks me.

A smile lit my face up as I saw her.

“I don't know, maybe I'm trying so hard to fall for you.” I answer.

Taking a tray from me, she pushes me forward.

“Oops, I'm sorry I don't do girls” she says and we both laugh.

On getting to the table, she murmurs something that is impossible for me to hear.

“Your order.” I state, dropping the food in front of each person.

“Officer M.” Drew speaks casually to Maya.

Oh I forgot to mention; she's a police officer. Cool right?

“Mr. Andrew, what are you doing here?” she asks him.

“You both know each other?” Lily asked, staring blatantly at both of them.

“I was going to ask the same thing.” I say, still in shock.

“Yeah We kind of do know each other.” Maya says as a bead of sweat basically forms on her forehead.

“Are you just acquaintances or are you romantically involved with each other?” Lily asks, adding fuel to the fire.

“Wait, are you nervous right now?” I ask, whispering, my eyes widening at the fact that my friend is actually nervous.

She has always been the professional at handling guys between us.

“I am frequently in Manhattan for business that I sort of live there so we usually see each other and Officer M has helped me address a misunderstanding.” Drew explains.

Wow, bro seems not to notice that my best friend over here is actually crushing hard on him to the point of getting nervous. He is so not observant.

“That can't be all I can tell there is something more.” Lily pushes looking intently at Maya.

“He told you everything.”Maya says with a hiccup.

Lily is about to say more when I gesture for her to be quiet and we both giggle as Drew returns to eating his burger and Maya walks behind the counter.

The doorbell rings as Leo's teacher, who was my classmate in highschool drops him off.

“Mama!” he jumps excitedly.

“My baby, how was school today?” I ask taking his lunch box from his teacher and hold his hand in mine.

“Great!” he says, smiling.

“Thanks Gabby.”I say to his teacher and she nods.

“It's no biggie.” she says as she waves Leo goodbye and walks out of the restaurant.

“Was your day really that good baby, you're smiling from ear to ear.” Lily asks. Turning around, his smile widens.

“Aunt Lily!” He runs to her, going in for a hug.

“Is my son not back from school yet?” Maya asks, emerging from the kitchen.

“Aunt Maya!!!” Okay, he's a little too excited to see her. It's understandable though it's been what? two weeks since they saw each other.

“How was your day, my baby?” Maya asks, pinching his cheeks in a cute way.

“Great!” He answers, raising a thumbs up.

“Did anyone bully you?” she asks, her forehead squeezing in concern.

“Mmm mmm” he answered, shaking his head from side to side.

“Are you sure, you can tell me the truth, I promise not to arrest them” she tries convincing him.

“No one can bully my son,Maya. I already taught him what I learnt in first grade.” I say walking up to them

“What do you do when someone tries to bully you?” addressing Leo, I ask.

“Walk close to them with my death glare, step on them and report them to my teacher.” he answers while demonstrating.

A round of applause rings throughout the restaurant. Feeling proud, I give my baby a high five.

“That's my boy.” I say, ruffling his hair and carrying him in my arms.

Carrying him, I remember my sister and smile. She gave me such an irreplaceable and adorable gift only to leave us both behind in this world.

Thinking about Eva reminds me of Leo's father who suddenly wants custody over his son. It seems as though he hasn't found us yet; that's the only reason I can come up with as to why he has not visited us.

The doorbell rings, cutting through my thoughts as cold air fills the restaurant which is strange since summer still has a long way to go.

Looking up, I lock eyes with black cold orbs which seem to pull me in and push me out, not allowing me to see how deep his thoughts go.

Looking around me, I realize how every head is turned towards him. From the restaurant's manager to my other colleagues, to Lily, to Drew and even Maya.

Only Leo and his father who has popped out from my thoughts like the devil he is; have their attention focused on me.

“Isn't he dreamy?” Maya whispers

Now I get it: she has lost her damn mind.

Walking towards me in all his glory is a Greek god who is about to turn my world upside down.

Looking at Leo who is still in my arms he says three words that makes my heartbeat stop.

“That's my son."