Chapter 316
On the way to the airport. Frank halted the car at an open space not far from Turner Manor.
Rose observed her brother deftly maneuver the car into a parking spot using one hand and inquired,
“What are you up to?”
Ignoring Rose’s question, Frank retrieved his phone from the central console and typed a few words on
the open chat interface. Then, he exited the app after typing and dialing a number. Once the call
connected, he instructed. “You can proceed now
Rose was utterly perplexed by this sequence of actions and spected. “What on earth is he doing?
He isn’t setting off explosives, is he Curiosity piqued, she questioned once more. “What’s your n?
You…”
Betore she couldplete her sentence, a sudden explosive sound erupted, overpowering her voice.
A spectacr burst of fireworks shot swiftly into the sky, instantly illuminating the darkness
The interior of the car, previously dim, now glowed brightly with the radiance of the fireworks Rose’s
gaze fixed on the night sky, where the colorful explosions lett a briet yet dazzling imprint against the
dark canvas
Ovepping memories shed through her mind. It was the scene of Trevon confessing his feelings to
Natalie on the ind not long ago. At that time. Trevon had ignited fireworks for Natalie. Ava was
envious of that proposal. As Rose admired that moment, she had made it sound like she had arranged
it for Ava
A sudden realization dawned on Rose. Her mind raced. Surprised and yfully, she swatted Frank,
who reclinedzily in his seat and gazed at the fireworks above. “Geez, you’re quite strategic. So, you
overheard everything that night. You arranged this for Ava tonight because she envied the fireworks on
the ind, right?”
Frank tapped the steering wheel with one hand and leaned against the car window with the other,
responding, Pursuing someone is a man’s affair What’s a girl doing meddling with it?”
For reasons she couldn’t quite fathom. Rose found Frank incredibly impressive-domineering yet
charismatic.
Rose contemted. “No wonder Cranky Franky said he’d take the first 99 steps towards her in the
future. So, this is what he meant- a touch of male chauvinism. But it’s alright, after all, he is my
brother”
Meanwhile, a passionate encounter was unfolding in a room at Turner Manor. Prioritizing quality and
gentleness, two people were engrossed in their realm of ecstasy.
However, their cuphoria was abruptly interrupted by the loud sound of fireworks a few minutester.
Trevon frowned and nced at the gap in the curtains. The bursts of light asionally pierced through
the cracks, disrupting their climax.
With her vision blurred, Natalie suggested. “Aren’t you going to close the curtains?”
Annoyed by Frank’s antics. Trevon clenched his teeth in irritation and muttered. “This Frank guy sticks
to a script, following a set routine. He is copying what I’ve done before. Hecks originality. Let Ava
hang on a bit longer. It’ll toughen him up.”
At this instant, Natalie’s delicate appearance reflected the softness of spring rain, her cheeks tinged
with a sheer flush, her hues perfectly harmonized, chimed in with a hoarse and soft voice. “You’re
exacting your revenge here. Go and close the
curtains.”
Without hesitation. Trevon surged forward again, saying. “Once you’re in, you won’t want to leave. Let’s
keep going.”
On the balcony’s diamond swing, the fireworks in the night sky harmonized with the sparkling gems
adorning the chair.
In a state of mutual resonance, Ava’s phone received a message from Frank. The message contained
simple words. [Look at the sky 1
d in a smooth and silky silk nightgown, the fabric felt icy to the touch, imparting a refreshing
sensation upon contact. A warmth spread through Ava’s heart as her fingers grazed the cool cloth.
Each firework blossoming in the sky left a fleeting beauty etched within her heart, creating a sense of
warmth that radiated through her being.
Ava’s gaze settled on the bunny imprints on her nightgown, and a rush of happiness surged within her.
Without conscious thought, she reached out to touch the celestial beauty above.
Nestled within the swing, her body sank deep into its embrace as if she had be one with this
surprise. Her chest swelled with joy, her toes tapping rhythmically along the swing’s edge, her hand
cradling her head as she tilted it to take in the night sky.
After observing for a while, shepsed into contemtion. Her mind raced, “Frank said he’d take 99
steps toward me. So, is the final step marriage or having a child? Never mind thest step for now.
Let’s tally up how many steps Frank has taken.
“The first step wasing to Sapphire City to find me. It is worth one point. The second step was
secretly helping me, which is worth one point. The third step is giving me 11 flowers. That’s one point.
Showing up at the masquerade, that is another point. Apanying me to ss, one point. Walking
me home, one point. Attending the gathering at the manor, one point. The fireworks are another point.
“Adding them up, he’s taken eight steps. 1, 2, 3, 4… 8 points. He’s still 91 points short.
“With just one point for each step, it feels like too little. When will be reach 99 99 points seem a little far
away. How about we make each step worth five points? That would be 40 points.
“No, I wouldn’t say I like that number. Let’s go with six points per step. That will be 48. That number
feels a bit awkward, though. Scratch that. Seven points per step, which makes it a total of 56 points.
Yes, that’s good. It’s just a bit shy of reaching the goal”
Ava reviewed the multiplication tables up to 100 from her elementary school days as she delved deep
into her thoughts. Finally, she made her decision. She unlocked her phone, nced at the screen, and
spotted a few words. A sinile tugged at her lips.
Brimming with joy, she typed a message on the screen, her fingers dancing merrily across the
keyboard, [For the person walking 99 steps, thanks to your fireworks, I’ll bump you up to 56 points.]
A response arrived instantly, and Frank wrote, [How did youe up with that calction?]
He inquired about the method behind the points.
Without hesitation, Ava replied, I worked out the calctions based on my criteria. If there are any
opportunities or points, I will add them to your score.]
Frank countered. [What are the criteria?]
Ava replied proudly. [Ava’s criteria.]
Frank responded with a simple, [Hmm, alright.]
Following the exchange, Frank’s responses seemed more extensive!
It felt strangely familiar as if they were already in love.
Ava rose from her seat and jumped with joy while holding her phone. Then, she leaned against the
balcony railing to continue watching the endless cascade of fireworks in the sky. The extent of the
fireworks Frank had arranged was hard to discern
There was hardly a girl who did not have a soft spot for romance. If a girl told a man she disliked
romance or surprises, she might not honestly dislike romance; she might dislike the man.
Ava, however, weed surprises, particrly the romantic gestures of Frank. She wasn’t opposed to
romance, so why not embrace it?
Frank apanied his sister to the airport. Upon arrival, Joseph’s private jet was already awaiting
them.
During the car journey, Rose observed Frank’s asional smirks andughter as he undoubtedly
engaged in a chat with Ava. She could sense that her brother held a genuine fondness for Ava.
After the luggage was moved onto the ne, Rose followed suit and boarded the aircraft.
With things in order, Frank stood before Rose with his hands in his pockets, and he said thoughtfully,
“Behave when you’re back home. Don’t stir up trouble. If there’s a problem, find Grace and sort it out.
Understood?”
Rose chuckled absentmindedly, then shrugged casually as she replied, “Got it. You’re ying the
parental role even before you officially start dating.”
Taking a step forward, Frank reached out and patted his sister’s short hair. There was a trace of
unspoken concern in his gaze. He reiterated, “Don’t go searching for Edward. And seriously, thank you
for waiting until I returned.”
Rose did not inquire about his return, and Frank did not reveal when he would return.
With matters settled. Frank prepared to disembark from the ne. He turned to his standing sister and
added, “Give us a call once you’re home. I’ll make sure you have enough money to make the call.”
Rose smiled at her brother’s retreating figure and said, “Frank.”
Frank paused briefly, momentarily thinking she was reluctant to leave. A gentle warmth touched his
heart. “If you don’t want to return, I can help you request leave. No need to act as if you’re wronged.”
Rose, with an umonly serious demeanor, offered a gentle smile. She sincerely said, “Frank, Ava
is wonderful. You two are a perfect match. Bring her to Athana soon. Keep going”
Frank was momentarily taken aback, then a rare smile graced his lips. He walked back to Rose,
affectionately patting her head. He affectionately said, “There will be a time when you will start calling
her sister-inw’. Go now.”
Rose nodded, saying, “Alright.”
After disembarking, Frank did not immediately drive away. He lingered in a corner, watching the ne
ascend into the clouds, vanishing into the night sky. Only then did he shift his gaze away and dial a call
to his father, William. The call was swiftly answered. Frank reported saying, “Rose’s ne has taken
off. Time it yourself”
On the other end, William acknowledged. After Frank finished speaking, he hung up the call.
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