Chapter 88

Ava knew she couldn't tell him the truth because how could she tell him that she was not actually sick but had lies so that she would not see him but fate had been cruel because he had appeared at her front door instead, so she lied for the second time that morning. She was on a roll.

"I just feel under the weather. I think I might have caught a cold" she said, hoping he would believe her. He studied her as he seemed to consider her words, and then nodded.

"Oh it must be the day out at the tent. I hope you feel better soon" he said.

"Thanks" she replied, feeling guilty for lying to him but also knowing that she was doing it for the sake of her sanity.

She watched as he stood up, preparing to leave.

"I think I should go now, and give you some space" he said, and Ava nodded. She walked him to the door and opened it for him.

"Take care of yourself" he said as he stepped outside.

"I will" she replied, and he turned to leave. She closed the door, and leaned against it, her heart pou