Chapter One Hundred and Twelve

Ava’s POV

As I sat there, staring out of the window, my phone buzzed with a message. Curious, I picked it up and saw that it was from Logan. The message read, "I love you so much, babe... I just wanted you to know that."

A warm feeling enveloped me, and a smile unconsciously appeared on my face. The genuine affection in Logan's words brought comfort and eased the tension that had been building up. I found myself smiling so much that my chin started to hurt.

"Why am I smiling at Logan's message?" I wondered aloud. The conflicting emotions within me surfaced. Isabella had mentioned Logan's involvement in the kidnapping of my kids, and yet, here he was, expressing his love.

I tried to shake off the smile, reminding myself of the serious allegations. "Isn't he the one Isabella said kidnapped my kids?" I thought to myself, trying to push away the warmth Logan's message had brought.

I attempted to frown, convincing myself to stay focused on the unresolved issues. The smile persisted, though