That was how long Ava managed to avoid being alone with Liam.Three exhausting, awkward, emotionally draining days.She left the kitchen whenever he entered.Answered him with short sentences.Went to bed early.And somehow the entire house could feel it.The tension sat inside every room now like a storm waiting to break.Even Noah noticed.Which was the worst part.On Thursday morning, Ava stood near the stove making breakfast while mentally preparing herself for another uncomfortable day. She wore one of her oversized sweaters and had her hair tied into a messy bun because honestly, she no longer had energy for effort.Behind her, Noah sat at the counter quietly drawing.Too quietly.That alone felt suspicious.“You’re frowning at eggs,” he finally announced.Ava blinked. “What?”“You look angry at breakfast.”Noah narrowed his eyes thoughtfully. “You’re angry at Liam.”The spatula nearly slipped from her hand.Childr
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