Avery’s POV* * * * * * * *  We had all eaten and I could tell that my plan of getting under James’s skin had worked, although my whole interaction with Alex was merely about getting to James, I really enjoyed talking to him. Alex was funny, sarcastic, and charming, as far as I could tell he didn't have a serious bone in his body, he was almost like an

I went into the big hall which was on the first floor to the left. It was a huge room with a pool table, bar, a big 82’ flat screen on the wall with an Xbox, and other types of gaming consoles. The entire wall to the outside was floor-to-ceiling windows that you could open and they led to the backyard where there was a pool, a barbecue area, a jacuzzi, and what seemed like a boxing ring of sorts.I stood by the wall where I had walked in, not wanting to disturb anyone when someone called for me.” Hey new girl! Come on over" A guy with chestn

Averys POV—————— I was in the guest room, putting on some underwear and thinking about what had happened earlier down in the ballroom. First with James and me. He was so poss

I looked back at Avery. Amber was by her side trying to console her and it actually seemed to be working. Her breathing had become more regular now. She was holding her arms around amber in a tight hug, still sobbing but her heart rate and breathing normal nonetheless. ” I think you boys should head back inside. I got this” Amber said in the softest tone.” No. I'm not leaving her,” I said and took my stance. 

The tears were streaming down my face now, both from the pain Natasha must have felt, but also from the joy and happiness that had followed. She seemed like an amazing woman. ” I'm so sorry for your loss. But I'm glad you allowed yourself to find happiness” she smiled at my words and placed her hand over mine, which was resting on my lap, giving it a soft squeeze.” Life is a bitch Avery. Trust me, I would know. But just know that you too can have the happiness you deserve and desire, you just have to allow it to yourself.”