CHAPTER ELEVEN

A new world

Lady Penelope watched as the two lover birds disappeared out of sight. She was happy that Ava was able to find love and follow her heart. She smiled and went about trying to fix the Duke's dinner. She felt humbled to have him in their home.

Ava was very happy as she toured Ethan around the mansion. "Are you passing the night here?" asked Ava. She wished he stayed back. "I am not sure. I still have some issues to attend to at the palace," said Ethan. Ava's face showed a little bit of sadness but was cheered up when Ethan said: "We have got to make the most of our time together." Ava smiled and went on to show him her baby's playground. Ethan smiled looking at her face "You are all grown up and now a woman. Your parents did a good job bringing up a fine young woman." Having said that, they headed for Ava's room which was just a few blocks away from the main building.

When Ethan entered, he was fascinated by the way she had it arranged and the color that was used in decoratin