Reclaiming the CEO's Heart novel Chapter 12

Chapter 12 A Fresh Start

Two freshly heartbroken women gathered together. Isabella recruited two handsome hairstylists for them. As soon as the hairstylist laid eyes on Avery, his eyes lit up. He immediately recommended the current trendy hairstyles.

Avery directly declined, "Cut it short. The shorter, the better."

"Miss, although the trend now is to be cool and chic, I personally think that if the hair is too short, it may limit your styling options. How about keeping it shoulder-length? It not only makes you look younger but also suits various occasions."

"No need."

"Miss, your hair is long and black. It seems like you've kept it for many years. It would be a shame to cut it all off." Tony sighed regretfully, shaking his head.

Looking at herself in the mirror, even though she hadn't been sleeping well lately and her complexion was a bit pale, she couldn't hide her stunning features. Her long-neglected black hair fell naturally, adding a touch of charm to her appearance.

Jacob liked her long hair. She hadn't trimmed it for years. Seeing that Tony hesitated to start, Avery picked up the scissors nearby and smiled faintly. "Then I'll do it myself."

Without any hesitation, she started cutting. Strands of black hair fell, symbolizing the departure of her once youthful and beautiful days.

"All done. I'll leave the rest to you." Avery handed the scissors back to the hairstylist and let him finish the styling.

Isabella emerged from the salon with a head of cherry blossom pink hair. Upon seeing Avery's new hairstyle, she was first shocked, then amazed.

"I finally understand what it means for a person to look good in anything. Avy, you look so stylish!"

To complement Avery's Korean-style center parting, Isabella quickly took her to a mall and bought her several outfits with a neutral style. As they walked through the streets, they captured everyone's gaze.

As night fell, Isabella pulled Avery to take a selfie outside a shop window and posted it to Instagram.

Caption: A fresh start.

Avery accompanied her to enjoy a steak dinner that she used to hesitate to splurge on. Isabella was in high spirits. "Avy, do you remember when we were in high school? At that age, it felt like solving mathematical equations was the most difficult thing in the world. Now, equations are just formulas to be plugged in. It's not like dealing with men, where giving your all often leads to nothing but scars."

Avery hadn't touched alcohol in a long time, and tonight, she wanted to indulge for the last time. She took a sip. "That's because you were a struggling student. I never found equations difficult."

"Yes, yes, who can compare to you, the academic genius? You skipped a grade to high school at the age of thirteen. I thought it was a little junior high school girl who had walked into the wrong classroom. Who would have known it was a prodigy."

Isabella poured her another glass, raising her glass. "Genius or silly, let's drink to being single. Be happy being single. Without that scumbag, I can buy whatever I want in the future..."

As she spoke, tears welled up in Isabella's eyes again. "Avy, do you know? I used to buy discounted steaks for 4 dollars at the supermarket. I scrimped and saved to support his education. I gave my all for our future. I'm only 24 years old this year. I've never even bought a decent dress. How could he treat me like this?"

Every household has its own difficulties. Avery hadn't even handled her own affairs at home. She could only gently comfort Isabella and encourage her to look forward.

She had intended to send her home, but Isabella, taking advantage of her tipsy state, insisted on taking her to the Allure Club.