Chapter 382


    Rose stood at the hotel entrance, clutching her suitcase. Amidst the flurry of activity, she could not help


    but marvel at the Wintend Hotel’s concept of harmonizing its design with the elements of the wind.


    The hotel fronted the sea, a lone structure braving the wind. Before it sprawled a stretch of golden


    beach, far from the urban mor. It was as if stepping into this serene expanse could soothe even the


    most agitated heart.


    However, for Rose’s disposition, it was quite the opposite. Calmness eluded her, she was engulfed by


    excitement and delight, her inner world resonating with the joyousmotion.


    The suites epassed nine diverse styles – a standalone sea-view vi, a line of six-story


    guesthouses, and even translucent sunrooms….


    Frank truly understood her preferences. This ce was her heaven, evoking a desire to roll on the


    ground in pure tion.


    Edward stood by, observing the unhidden joy on her face. He courteously inquired, “Which section are


    you staying in?”


    Rose’s gaze flitted among the varying rooms, and shemented, saying, “I would love to experience all


    of them, but time is limited. I’m unsure which type my brother reserved for me. I’ll inquire at the


    reception.”


    Ilotel reservations were made by Frank using Rose’s ID and phone number. As such, verifying at the


    front desk would be


    effortless.


    Eventually, Rose discovered Frank had booked a vi for her. His generosity knew no bounds.


    Coincidentally. Edward, who stood close behind, was also assigned to the vi area. Rose assumed he


    wanted to apany her to her quarters, so she waved him off graciously, saying, “No need, I can


    manage on my own. You can proceed to your lodgings”


    Edward adjusted his sses, a touch of resignation in his gesture, took a breath, and answered, “I’m


    staying at the vi as well.


    “Ah, what a coincidence! Very well, let’s proceed together then,” she replied.


    Edward remained silent but he nodded in agreement. Today he had spoken more than usual.


    Rose contemted, “What an unexpected turn same flight, same hotel, even the identical room type.


    Should I tell Sherri


    about this?”


    Among her peers, Rose was quite the conversationalist. Having just finished unpacking, she leaned


    against the reception. counter and conversed fluently in English, asking, “Excuse me, I’d like to inquire


    about the attractions. Where do most visitors head first? Could you provide a rmendation?”


    The reception staff were partial to good looks and were naturally inclined to assist the polite and


    charming young woman. Their pleasant exchange persisted.


    After a chat of over ten minutes with the receptionist and armed with newfound insights, Rose sprung


    back to her room. primed for her initial destination.


    Nearby the elevator, Edward engaged in a phone conversation. He spoke, “Take care during these


    days. I’ll be back within a couple of days”


    The call was from Kyle. Edward had messaged him during the flight, informing him of his trip to attend


    the opening ceremony. Subsequently, he turned off his phone.


    Having tracked the flight, Kyle surmised that Edward had already reached the hotel and called, saying,


    “You mentioned that only the gifts would arrive. So, why are you and the gifts both at Artrond now?”


    Edward’s gaze, obscured behind his lenses, was inscrutable, as deep as the ocean. He calmly replied,


    “Attending the ceremony in person shows our sincerity.”


    Oblivious to Rose’s presence, Kyle assumed authenticity and inquired skeptically. “You have not moved


    on yet, right? Are you trying to seek respite?”


    “Do I appear that fragile? Run thepany adeptly, and I’ll bring back a gift for you upon my return,”


    Edward responded. With that, he concluded the call, leaving no avenue for Kyle to continue. A brief


    respite would not be detrimental.


    Sherri had effusively described the picturesque scenery here, and considering her sister had secured


    flight tickets and lodging, he epted her kindness and could not refuse her offer.


    Besides, the sun was shining brightly, and the weather was warm.


    Clearing her throat and altering her tone, she stationed herself at the door, pressing the doorbell. “Good


    mon Would you be interested in some breakfa?t” she asked.


    Thetch  ked, and the door cased open


    d in pajamas, Frank stood in the doorway, gazing at the girl outside with evident astonishment. After


    a brief moment of bewilderment, he gently extended his hand to touch her head as he asked. “Didn’t I


    mention I woulde to pick you


    Ava had already crossed into the room, her voice tender as she exined. “I brought breakfast for you.


    Since you are in Sapphire City. I thought I would extend my hospitality”


    It was already 10 oclock in the morning. Frank had been awake for a while, yet fearing Ava might be


    resting in the morning, he had not called her. He had not anticipated her independent appearance,


    bearing breakfast at that


    It was a pleasant surprise.


    With a self-assured posture, Ava exuded the aura of one thoroughly at ease. And indeed, she was in


    her element. This was the Turner family’s hotel. So, wasn’t this her domam


    Following her words, she turned her attention to him. Then on tiptoe, she enveloped his neck,


    bestowing a kiss upon his lips, and said, “A good morning and good nig


    kiss


    Frank chuckled, a warmth infusing a specific chamber of his heart. What if I have not brushed my


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    teeth?” he asked


    “I don’t mind. I love you regardless of your state, Ava responded


    Sweet words flowed from the girl, flirtation taking root in the early morning. She remained blissfully


    unaware, her countenance innocent as if she had notmitted any such act. Clearing his throat.


    Frank inquared. “Have you had your


    meal?”


    Seating her on the bed’s edge, he could not resist cing a kiss on her forehead. Anchoring his hands


    upon her shoulders, Ava inclined her head, eyes alight with affection, to peer at him.


    Tve already eaten. You should eat. This time, I’ll watch you eat,” Ava replied. Before, he always


    watched her eat, and she understood he only are when she left some unfinished.


    It was rare for Ava to extend her caring gestures toward him. As such, Frank readily epted and


    relished the meal. Irrespective of its taste, he had to feign enjoyment. He plied his utensils onto the


    breakfast te, and Ava ambled over in dainty strides, squatting beside him. Brimming with


    expectation, her gaze lifted towards him as she asked. Is it good?”


    As his gaze met hers, Frank discerned her eagerness. With one hand free, he tenderly cradled the


    back of her head lowering his lips to hers. Their tongues brushed, a trace of breakfast lingering on their


    ptes. A mischievous smirk yed upon Frank’s lips as he questioned. ‘Is it delicious?”


    Ava’s face blushed instantly. She shielded her face with both hands, then rose and nestled beside him,


    buried in his chest. He. in turn, indulged her, ensconcing an arm about her waist while using the other


    to continue his meal.


    A muffled, bashful sound emanated from Ava as she replied. “It’s not half bad”


    Franks hands hesitated briefly Hastening his consumption, he entertained the thought that prolonging


    this scene might undermine his self-restraint She seemed set on teasing him.


    He could not guaranter upholding his boundaries in suse proximity. Matters could escte quickly


    Within three or so bites, his breakfast was devoured Parting Ava, who was nestled within his embrace,


    he suggested. Let’s


    The person cradled within his arms raised her gaze and yfully nipped his chin. Frank’s posture


    tensed and he said, Don’t get mischievous Where would you like to go? Shall we perhaps go jet skiing


    or target shooting?”


    They had engaged in rock climbing the day prior, followed by a bout of shopping Today. Frank intended


    to catch up on


    other ar


    Suddenly. Ava felt a reluctance to head out for her, wherever Frank was, it equated to a splendid spot.


    Even if they remained confined to the room, it would still be perfection Silently lying within his embrace,


    immersed in a book. constituted a beautiful memory


    Emboldened by her musings, she articted her sentiment, asking. “What if I prefer staying in? I wish


    to stay here with you. You can join me for aputer game session.


    Frank mused inwardly. “Dors this girl know what she is saying? A whole day together might propel


    matters into aplicated realm. Joseph might show up to get me if we stay at the hotel’


    Ava’s thoughts were simple. Since Frank had made the long journey to Saphire City, the notion of


    whisking her away for


    Yri. Frank


    from Ava fear of his own restraint


    erspective differed. He ha


    He


    ng out seemed the wisest and most suitable action


    the intent


    or uninter


    al provocationi


    Ava, ast her gaze upward,prehending his apprehension from his visage before probing. Don’t you


    want to spend a serene and quiet time with me’ I crave a space exclusive to us both. It may be fun to


    head outside. But it is and we do not get to spend alone time together”


    Her wish was for a world restricted to just the two of them, a simple desire for them to spend time


    together alone


    kuzzling into his chest. Ava constantly tilted her tiny head back she spoke with genuine earnestness


    Frank found it difficult to refuse her request. A touch of helplessness flickered withm his deep, ink-ck


    eyes. Initially, he had nned an adventurous day for them. However, it urred that the girl soug a


    serene day in Sapphire Hotel


    Though their gazes converged for no more than three seconds, in the end, he relented Frank replied,


    “Alright, I’ll go brush


    my teeth”


    Ava pulled herself from his embrace, a hint of puzzlement on her countenance. “Didn’t you brush


    before eating” she


    asked


    Frank affirmed, saying, “I did” He was wary that she might desire ater kiss, prompting his second


    round of brushing


    Ava, innocent and unassuming, assumed Frank s meticulous hygiene habits were the cause and paid it


    little mind. But a thought of Rose crossed her mind, and she inquired, Frank, is Rose in Artrond


    today? Is she alone?”


    Frank’s mouth agleam with foam, managed a simple “Hmm” Most likely, Rose had arrived. After rinsing


    his mouth, he called to Ava, who was sitting outside, saying. You can check her social media posts”


    Rose was notorious for sharing every detail on her social tforms. Frank had considered blocking her


    due to her oversharing tendency


    Acting on his suggestion. Ava fetched her phone and essed Rose’s profile. She selected the social


    media posts, and at selfie of Rose on a vintage streci could be seen. Adorning her wrist was a white


    jasmine bracelet intertwined with a pale green ribbon. It emanated charm, evoking a sense of spring


    Rose had added a caption beneath the image. “Beauty that costs less than 2 dors is an enigma not


    grasped by all. Destiny befalls the fortunate, while the others remain void of fate. Where are you, my


    fated one?”


    Touched by the message. Ava handed her phone to Frank, who had just emerged from the toilet with a


    tissue still in hand. She said. “Rose has arrived, and it appears that she is having a great time”


    While holding Ava’s hand. Frank nced at her mobile phone. his expression bearing a touch of


    bafflement. He thought. “Where are you, my fated one? Is she being serious right now?”


    Genuinely irked, he grabbed his phone and typed a message to Rose. [Have your fun but do not ruffle


    any feathers, or 1 would not let it slide |


    As he was about to type another message, it dawned on him that he could no longer send messages to


    her


    Frank was at a loss for words. The rascal blocked him after using his funds to travel.


    a shock if Rose were not by his side Serene days were an elusive concept


    ther phone down on the bed id yed some music. Retrieving a book from the table’ser, she sat


    on the carpet wherever her fancy took her Sunlight enveloped her casting her as the day’s


    centerpiece.


    Stirred by the sight, Frank strode over, tugging his pants slightly, and sented beside her Ava leaned


    against his slightly bent leg, engrossed in her reading. Meanwhile, he skimmed through his phone


    It was a peaceful


    The ambiance resonated as genuinely wonderful, tranquil, andforting to Ava ustomed to


    bustling surroundings, she savored these moments of solinade shared with Frank Cherishing them, she


    refrained from inquiring about his departure lest it bring forth disappointment.


    As time waned, divulging his intended departure date would satisfy her. For the present, she was


    resolved to seize these precious hours, moments belonging solely to the two of them.


    Immersed in his thoughts, Frank found at difficult to concentrate Using one hand to grace her unfurled


    hair, his fingertips sank into its tender strands. A surge of unagmation surged within ham. Proposing an


    outing momentarily appealed to him, yet the girl’s decision was equallypelling