I scoffed.
"This isn't just being audacious—it's evil! Luckily, we got to her in time, and now she's
okay.
Mom, just stay on Celestis Island for a while.
Once things are sorted out here, I'll pick you up!" I was worried they wouldn't feel
comfortable there without familiar faces.
"It's perfect timing since Ava hasn't started school,” I reminded her, “You can spend more
time together before she does.
If you need anything, just let me know!" "Mr.
Atlas has everything arranged already.
He had a bunch of daily necessities delivered early this morning, enough for a whole
year." My mom's tone sounded cheerful.
"The air here is excellent.
Your dad loves it!" "That's great! I'm glad you're all enjoying it." My mom hung up the
phone, thoroughly satisfied.
My heart felt more at ease, too.
Hearing Ava's laughter, I knew I didn't need to worry about her.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtWhen 1 left, my mom wasn't in the best condition, but now she sounded incredibly
pleased.
The climate there benefited my dad's health, so everyone was happy.
All of this made me even more reliant on Atlas.
After some thought, I decided to give him a call.
I was still amazed that he found the time to call Ava.
I had been so focused on Ivanna's situation that I forgot about my daughter.
The phone rang twice before Atlas answered.
His warm voice came through.
"Hmm, what's up?" “Where are you?" I asked softly. “What? Do you miss me already? I'll
be there right away!" Atlas turned the question back on me. "Are you at the hospital?
How's she doing?" "She's alright, just stil] traumatized. But she's asleep." I quietly updated
him on Ivanna's condition. Then I said, "Atlas, thank you! Ww “Thank you for what?" I
could tell he was smiling from his charming voice. “My parents were so well cared for. 1
don’t know what I would’ve done without you! Ava was so happy, laughing without care!" I
shared, my smile evident. “Well, if you want to express your gratitude, show it through
actions, not just words," he said softly, his tone enticing. "I miss you very much, you
know?" Words were caught in my throat. This man had a way of making one feel
breathless with his words.
"You're so annoying.
Can we focus on serious matters?" "Isn’t this serious? Do we still need to be thanking each
other like this? One day, what's mine
will be yours," he whispered, causing my face to flush and my heart to race.
“Alright! I'm not going to talk to you anymore.
I need to go inside! “T couldn't handle his teasing.
This man was truly something.
He always left me wanting more, but when he turned cold, he could be ruthless.
"Fine! Just remember to eat, take care of yourself, and I'll pick you up later!"' He said it
flirtatiously.
How annoying! I quickly hung up the phone.
Even though I knew he and Harmony were just acting, I could not get the image of him
carrying her away in front of me out of my
head.
Which woman could be that generous? I just couldn't! As I entered the hospital room, I
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmnoticed Lauren massaging Ivanna's wrists as directed by the doctor. It aided in blood
circulation and recovery. When Atlas came in, Ivanna had just woken up. She gave him a
nod of thanks, and he responded warmly, "It's nothing.
It was Jared who had saved you." Jared had already returned to the room.
He looked at me and said, " It was because of Ms.
Chloe's timely reminder." I looked at Jared, puzzled.
Why do you say that?" “We searched the entire building with no results.
If you hadn’t mentioned Trinity planning everything 'top to bottom,' I wouldn't have
considered the rooftop.
Ivanna might have been in danger." He held [vanna's hand the entire time, his expression
full of tenderness.
"In that case, we won't disturb you two!" Atlas stated.
"They both need some rest, too." Jared stood up, releasing Ivanna's hand.
"Yes, thank you both.
I know you genuinely care for Ivanna.
This was all because of my carelessness." "Then you better not be careless in the future!"
T couldn't help but be sharp.
I was the only one who could say such things.
After all, we once had an open and honest conversation about Ivanna.
1 Jared nodded, humbly saying, "I won't be."