Grey returned home after being assured that Avery was inside her room. He called her several times but she didn’t pick up. He just wondered what was going wrong with her again and what he had done wrong.
Though, he was leaving Italy in two days and won’t be coming back for a while. He might not even come back in years.
Grey walked inside the living room but stopped suddenly as he regarded Aphrodite for a moment. She was sleeping on the couch.
He sighed and moved closer. He scooped her in his arms and headed to their bedroom.
Just as he placed her on the bed, he was taken aback for a moment as he stared down at Aphrodite's opened eyes.
“For how long were you awake?” He laughed.
“Since you took me in your arms,” she laughed and stretched up to kiss Grey on the lips. “You came late and I didn’t want to sleep. I wanted to discuss something with you,” she revealed and sat up.
Grey sat beside her and gave her full attention. “Yes, what is it all about?”
“Charles told me you would like to include one of Giovanni’s men in your plan. Don’t you think it’s risky? We don’t have the luxury of trust and you know that Grey.”
Grey nodded once. “I actually understand you but I want you to trust me, Aphrodite. I’m a better judge of expression and you know it. It will be fine.”
Aphrodite nodded once. “I trust you,” she smiled softly.
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Avery woke up feeling very tired. She was exhausted from crying so much. She didn’t eat dinner too and was currently weak.
She got down from the bed and moved to the mirror fastened to the bathroom door. She stared at herself in the mirror and barely recognized herself.
She had a swollen and reddish face as a result of crying too much. She was just heartbroken. And she spent several hours thinking of what to do.
And eventually, she was able to make a decision. Though, she had a tough time before she did.
And at that moment, she just wanted to see Grey. Damn, she missed him so much.
Her phone rang suddenly, jerking her out of her thoughts. She released a sigh before she grabbed it, only to discover it was Grey.
She released another sigh and picked it up.
“Good morning, Grey.”
“Avery! What the fuck happened yesterday?”
“You could have started with greetings. It won’t hurt your ego, G-,” Avery started but stopped almost immediately. She was making a huge mistake. It just wasn’t time for it.
She would like to make Grey think he was still deceiving her. If he knew the truth, he might flee. Though, she would like to know why he wasn’t dead but was declared as one. Something seemed to be wrong somewhere.
“David,” she corrected herself. “But anyways, I’m sorry for what happened yesterday.”
Grey released a sigh. “Good morning, Avery. I hope you slept well?”
“I did, thank you. In fact, I feel very much better this morning. So, were you impressed yesterday? Are there people you think are best for the posts?”
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