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Unraveling Ava's Heart

Unraveling Ava's Heart

Authoress Anastasia

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Ava Addams.....CEO to the Addams Oil and Construction company. She was known as a misandrist because of her hatred towards men. Her father,Mr Addams has set up different blind date for her but she end up ruining it. But.....it suddenly stopped after he came, Alexander Malvins,A billionaire in disguise who was in search for true love and he was to bring back a bride in Five month for his mom. Or.....he would lose his inheritance to his Rebellious younger brother Steve Malvins. . . . . Will Ava be able to stop her hatred for men? And what could be her reason towards her hatred to men? Will Alexander find his true love? Would this two eventually fall in love? Why don't you grab your popcorn and let's journey together 🥰🥰🥰

Chapter 1 The unexpected Encounter

Ava Addams, CEO of Addams Oil and Construction, stood confidently in front of the floor-to-ceiling windows of her office, gazing out at the bustling city below. Her long, raven-black hair cascaded down her back like a waterfall of night, and her piercing emerald eyes sparkled with a fierce inner light.

Behind her, the soft hum of the air conditioning and the gentle chatter of her assistants created a soothing background noise, but Ava's focus was on the meeting she was about to have with her father, Reginald Addams.

As she turned to face the door, her personal assistant, Rachel, knocked softly before entering. "Ava, your father is here to see you."

Ava's eyes narrowed slightly, her expression tightening. She knew exactly why her father was here – to persuade her to attend yet another blind date with some eligible bachelor he'd handpicked.

"Send him in," Ava said, her voice firm but polite.

Reginald Addams, a tall, imposing man in his late fifties with a thick head of gray hair, entered the office with a charming smile. "Ava, darling, you look stunning as always."

Ava's gaze remained cool, her expression unyielding. "Father, what can I do for you?"

Reginald chuckled, his eyes twinkling with amusement. "Oh, Ava, you know exactly why I'm here. I've found the perfect man for you – young, handsome, and from a good family."

Ava's lips curled into a wry smile. "I think I'll pass, Father. I'm not interested in your matchmaking attempts."

Reginald's expression turned serious, his voice taking on a slightly stern tone. "Ava, you're not getting any younger. You need to settle down and start a family."

Ava's eyes flashed with annoyance, but she kept her tone even. "I'll decide when and if I want to settle down, Father. Not you."

The tension between them was palpable, but Reginald knew better than to push Ava too far. He nodded curtly, his expression softening. "Very well, darling. I'll leave you alone for now."

As Reginald departed, Ava let out a soft sigh of relief. She knew her father meant well, but his constant interference in her personal life was suffocating.

Later that evening, Ava met up with her best friend, Sophia, at a trendy rooftop bar overlooking the city. Sophia, a petite blonde with a bubbly personality, listened with a sympathetic ear as Ava recounted her frustrating encounter with her father.

"Ugh, I'm so sorry, Ava," Sophia said, sipping her cocktail. "Your dad can be so clueless sometimes."

Ava laughed, feeling a sense of gratitude toward her friend. "Tell me about it. But hey, at least I have you to vent to."

As they chatted, Ava's mind began to wander back to her father's matchmaking attempts. She couldn't help but wonder what kind of man her father had in mind for her this time.

Meanwhile, across town, Alexander Malvins, a handsome and charming young entrepreneur, was engaged in a heated argument with his younger brother, Julian.

"You're being unreasonable, Alex," Julian said, his voice rising. "Mother wants what's best for you."

Alex's eyes flashed with anger. "What's best for me? You think marrying some woman I've never met is what's best for me?"

Their mother, Catherine Malvins, entered the room, her expression stern. "That's enough, boys. Alex, you need to listen to reason."

Alex took a deep breath, trying to calm down. "Mother, I understand what you're trying to do, but I won't be forced into a marriage I don't want."

Catherine's expression softened, her voice taking on a persuasive tone. "Alex, darling, I'm giving you five months to find a suitable wife on your own terms. If you fail, I'll have no choice but to give your inheritance to Julian."

Alex's eyes narrowed, his jaw clenched in determination. "I won't fail."

As the argument came to a close, Alex stormed out of the house, his mind racing with thoughts of rebellion and independence.

Little did he know, his life was about to become entangled in ways he never could have imagined

Later that evening, Ava's driver, James, navigated the sleek black sedan through the crowded streets. Ava sat in the backseat, lost in thought, when suddenly James slammed on the brakes, narrowly avoiding a collision with a pedestrian.

Ava's eyes snapped open, her heart racing. "What happened?"

James apologized profusely, explaining that the pedestrian had stepped out of nowhere. Ava's gaze followed James' pointing finger, and her eyes locked onto the pedestrian a young man with piercing blue eyes and chiseled features. He was dressed in a crisp white shirt and dark jeans, his hair perfectly messy.

Ava's gaze narrowed, her expression unyielding. "What is wrong with you? Can't you see we're driving here?"

The young man's eyes flashed with annoyance, but he kept his tone even. "I'm sorry, but your driver almost hit me. He should be apologizing."

Ava's lips curled into a wry smile. "Oh, I'm shaking with fear. You're lucky we didn't run you over."

The young man's eyes narrowed, his jaw clenched. "You know, you're not as funny as you think you are."

Ava's smile grew wider, her eyes glinting with amusement. "I'm not trying to be funny. I'm just stating facts."

The tension between them was palpable, the air thick with unspoken words. Finally, the young man turned to James. "You should apologize."

James, sensing the tension, hastily apologized and offered to pay for any damages. The young man accepted, his eyes never leaving Ava's face.

As James handed over the payment, Ava tossed a few bills out of the window. "Here, take this. It's more than enough."

The young man's eyes flashed with anger, but he caught the bills, his fingers brushing against Ava's. The touch sent a spark of electricity through both of them, but they quickly withdrew their hands, the tension between them growing thicker.

With a final glance at Ava, the young man turned and walked away, disappearing into the crowded streets.

As Ava watched the young man walk away, her expression twisted in disgust. She couldn't believe the nerve of some men, thinking they could just confront her and get away with it.

"James, let's get out of here," Ava said, her voice cold and detached.

James nodded and pulled away from the curb, leaving the young man behind.

Ava gazed out the window, her thoughts consumed by her hatred for men. She couldn't trust them, couldn't stand their arrogance and entitlement.

And yet, as she glanced back at the young man, she felt a spark of irritation. Who did he think he was, confronting her like that?

Ava's eyes narrowed, her jaw clenched in anger. She was glad to be rid of him.

Meanwhile, Alex walked away from the sedan, feeling frustrated and annoyed. Who was that woman, and why was she so rude?

As he pulled out his phone to check the time, he noticed a small piece of paper on the ground. He picked it up, revealing a cryptic message:

"They're watching her."

Alex's eyes narrowed, his mind racing with questions. Who was watching her? And why?

The mysterious message left him with a sense of foreboding, wondering what other secrets lay hidden beneath the surface.

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