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Chapter 1

A crash can be heard in the hallway and a scream follows suit; Maureen is scared to death at her brother's sudden outburst that she screamed when the vase came crashing at her feet “Wait… no this has got to be a joke” Damon say not believing what he just heard “You mean Eva left me because she was pregnant? With my baby?” He asks in disbelief. Maureen, being dumbfounded, stares blankly at the broken vase not knowing what to say. She had tried her very best to keep this fact from her elder brother but he had somehow managed to find out. “Don't play dumb now, fucking answer me when I talk to you” Damon is beyond pissed and Maureen knows it. Her brother seldom loses his cool and when he does, it's hell on earth. “Ye…yes” Maureen answers as a wind of despair passes through her. She shivers in fear and her hands tremble. “And you kept this from me?” Damon's voice cracks. For the first time in her life she witnesses her brother actually be vulnerable and show humane emotions. He sh

Chapter 2

Ava's POVIt'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 D

Chapter 3

Ava's POV Keeping my eyes trained on the man who has come to destroy my life, I unknowingly hold my breath.Ignoring me, he tries to take Leo away from me but Leo wraps his hands tightly around my neck which snaps me away from the trance I was in.Like I said, rich people barge into your life with zero respect.“You're literally drooling.” Maya whispers, chuckling.“Shut up!” I whisper, already annoyed at my friend who is completely ignorant of the situation at hand.“That's my son.” These words ring continuously in my head so I decide to question it.“Who the heck are you anyway?” I ask, finally standing upright.“His father.” He says pointing at Leo.“How exactly do you know that?” I ask, trying to implant some doubt.“His eyes. He has my eyes.” He explains and as if remembering something, he assesses me quietly.“You must be her twin sister.” He says.“I don't think I know what you are talking about” I deny, testing his patience.I heard from Maureen that he controls his emotions

Chapter 4

Damon's POV I watch her walk out like she hasn’t just dropped a bomb on my life. Ava. Eva’s twin. The woman who has raised my son like he is hers. The woman who told me I couldn't have my own son with fiery eyes. My jaw clenches as I stare at the seat she left empty. Her empty glass of wine sits mocking me. I expected resistance—but what I didn't expect was… her. That stubborn tilt of her chin. The defiant glint in her eyes as she says harsh words that can kill. The way she stood her ground like a soldier guarding her kingdom. My kingdom. My son. Leonard. My only heir. Two years and six months of his life, and I missed every second. His first steps. His first words. His first cold. His first laugh. All of it was stolen from me. By her. By Maureen. By Eva. Eva. Oh God. My hands shake violently as I grip the edge of the table for dear life. I had loved Eva with everything, even if I didn't know how to show it. I was too focused on building empires, removing obstacles, an

Chapter 5

Ava’s POVI didn’t get a wink of sleep last night.I tossed and turned. I stared at the ceiling like it had the answers I was looking for.Leo slept beside me, one hand held tightly to the hem of my shirt, his soft breathing the only thing that filled the space. But my mind was spinning.Damon Ashford.That name has always existed like a shadow in my life—spoken only in memory, whispered in guilt between Eva and I. He was a chapter Eva never wanted to reopen. And now, he walks around my life like he owns the room.Which, technically, he almost does. The man reeks of wealth and power. But under all that arrogance, I’ve seen something else too—something that makes me hesitate.Grief.Regret.And something terrifyingly close to sincerity.I don’t trust him.I will not.Because now that he knows about Leo, it isn’t just his grief I have to worry about. It is his ability to take everything I’ve spent the last two years building.And he won’t ask twice.—Right now, I am behind the counter

Chapter 6

Ava’s POV The book is still on my book shelf. It's been a week since he sent it. I don’t toss it, not because I’m sentimental, but because I’m suspicious. The Little Prince? Seriously? A poetic, heartstring-tugging story wrapped in a handwritten note? Damon Ashford doesn’t strike me as a man who reads French fairy tales before bed. He’s playing a long game. The kind where you don’t realize the board is tilted until you’ve already lost the first few pieces. But I’m not a pawn. Trust me when I say I'm the best when it comes to games like this. And I don’t care how good the cover looks, I’m watching the hands that sent it. — “Bye Mama.” Leo waves, going into his class and I wave back. Getting on the bus, I make my way to the diner. A ping from my phone cut through my thoughts. I sigh pulling out my phone. Maureen's text. Again. > “What's up girl?... He wants to invite Leo to a kids’ animal festival. Music, bubbles, baby goats. Says it’ll be fun.” I stare at the s

Chapter 7

Damon’s POVShe said no. Again.No to the animal festival.No to bonding time.No to every calculated, careful effort I’d made.And the worst part?I don’t even blame her.She gave up her dream. Her life. Her youthful days to raise a child who isn't hers. She grieved her sister while raising her son and she doesn't blame Eva or Leo. Instead she puts in her all into raising Leo right and he is such a sweet child. Ava fights tooth and nail to give Leo what he needs and more and that only makes her stronger.Ava Hayes doesn’t bend. She doesn’t soften with gifts or strategy. She doesn’t crack when you press her. She bites back—smart, fast, and with eyes that could cut steel.I'm not used to people, especially women talking back at me. Hell, people don't dare look me in the eye.Women see me as a god and men, they see me as superior. But Ava? She looks at me like I'm someone beneath her… and not just that but one she despises.I’ve negotiated with CEOs twice her age and five times her ego

Chapter 8

Ava's POV “Hello?” I speak into the phone.“Ava, I'm so sorry, I just looked away from Leo for a second and when I looked back, he was gone.”My heart drops.“What do you mean Gabby?” My voice shakes.“I can't find Leo in the school building.” She's sobbing.My body shakes as a sob leaves my lips. But I have to calm down and find him as soon as possible. “Take a deep breath girl” It's ironic cause I'm the one who needs that reassurance. “I need you to look around the school area. Streets, parks, restaurants, anywhere a child can be. I'll look around here and call Maya.”“Alright I'll do just that.” She says already shuffling around.Ending the call, I don't even think to take permission from the Manager knowing fully well I might lose my only source of income. But right now, I'm more concerned about my baby's safety.With shaky hands and shuddering breath, I throw my apron on the floor and run out of the diner. My heart moves to my mouth as I call Maya.“Hey babe, is Leo back from s

Chapter 9

Ava's POV “Mummy, I miss Uncle.” I pause, shocked.Leo is on my lap while I peel him an apple. Dicing it into tiny bits so it can fit into his tiny mouth.“Uncle? What uncle are you missing Leo?” Confusion laces my tone.“The man that took me to aunty Maya's office, he said he is my Uncle. And I miss him.”Since I heard the description of the man who brought in my son from the police, I've been suspecting Damon. But with what Leo just said, I'm having doubts.“He told you that?” He nods, a piece of apple between his teeth. “And did he take you anywhere apart from Aunt Maya's office?”“He took me to a restaurant and I ate a tasty sandwich and he bought a dinosaur pencil case for me. It's in my bag.”I keep that in mind to ask Maya and force a smile.“Did you have fun baby?” “I did. Uncle wanted to go to the park but I was not comfort..ta..mmm…ble.” He completes the last word with a smile.Without realizing it, I'm already smiling by the time he is done and I give him a high five.“Th

Chapter 10

Ava's POV I sway my hips left and right to the rhythm of the song blasting from my speakers.I'm in a bath robe, a curler in hand as I prepare for the big night. Yup I decided to curl my waist length hair cause I don't need it to be too close to the hem of my dress. It's already short as it is walking around with hair that long will only make it seem shorter.Maya will be here within an hour and my club lovers might ask how I took my bath and chose my dress within forty minutes and my answer? It was easier since I just decided to wear my all time favorite. Duh!!I move to my dresser and settle for a smoky look tonight. I would've loved the bad girl look but I'm not looking to attract any more trouble tonight. I mean, if you didn't know I'll tell you; men are trouble.A honk snaps me out of my crazy monologue and I go to open my door knowing who it is.“Can you please not render me deaf” “Where is your dress? Don't tell me you are not done yet.” An inpatient Maya rants, storming into

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