Avery's POVI shouldn't have come. This is the first thought that enters my mind as I am escorted into the pavilion where the tea meeting is to be held. I would rather be on the phone, talking about random topics with Anita and Marcella,or even video calling with my sons who were in Nana's place, than to be greeted with the fake smiles of the eight women who were seated here. They all seemed to be in their early and late thirties.It was awkward at first. I watched as their eyes scanned my outfit and handbag enviously. It was ironic because I almost left the house in a simple jean trouser and top only to be pulled back inside by Lawrenta and get dressed up.“Oh, hello, Madam Avery. It is a pleasure to meet you!” A brunette haired lady in her thirties, who was likely the host, greeted me, walking up to give me a side hug. Her heavy perfume almost choked me in the process, and I sensibly pulled away from her. I counted four to five pieces of gold accessories on her.“Nice to meet you to

Avery's POV“I can't believe you made this grandson of mine prepare a meal for me.” Nana smiled, caressing my cheeks.I and Ethan were seeing her off. For reasons best known to her,she insisted on going back to the ancestral mansion tonight instead of staying the night at ours.She faced Ethan and put on a serious expression. “Your wife can definitely tame a storm if she is capable of such a feat!"Ethan nonchalantly agreed. “Yes,yes, Nana. She can. Now,good night.” He said,kissing both of her cheeks affectionately.“Do you see what I am talking about? He can't wait to get rid of me!” Nana exclaimed and hit his shoulder playfully. It is so obvious Nana is very fond of Ethan from the way she jokes with him. For a second,I wished I had someone dote on me so lovingly like Nana did with Ethan after my father's death. I gathered my thoughts, not wanting to affect my mood. That was then, and now I had Lucas, Carlos, and even Ethan as my family. A smile appeared on my lips as the thought cam

Avery's POVI pushed the door to his study open.“What is the meaning of what you just did?” I asked loudly as soon as I entered.Apparently, Ethan is on a phone call, and he only cocks a brow at my actions. “I would speak to you later, Mr. Hendrix. Domestic issues.” He says,a smirk appearing on his face as my jaw dropped in shock at his words.“Do...Domestic issues?” I asked,giving a laugh of disbelief."Look, woman,I have no time for tantrums.”“Tantrums? You are calling me childish while you are the one behaving childish, Ethan.”A quizzical look appeared on his handsome face. “Me? Kitten,are you sure you know what you are saying?”“Yes. You have been avoiding me since that day at the mall! I never knew you didn't go to work, and you didn't come down to greet our son's teacher! Wouldn't you care to know what the issue was? How are you extending your pride to the children's issues?”Ethan didn't answer me and only reached into his drawer to pull out a cigarette.I couldn't stop mysel

Avery's POV“Yes please. I am only sending invitations to their classmates and not the entire school; there is only so much we can take. Thank you.”A sigh left me, and I dropped my phone on the table. I was making preparations for the boys' birthday. It is just three days away now, and my nerves can't stop growing.The whistling of the kettle brings me to reality, and I reach to turn off the cooker.I heard Lawrenta giggle from behind me. “It is like a feast.”I smile at her words. We were the only ones in the kitchen, and I was preparing a lunch box to send to Ethan's office. “He needs to heal faster, and that would require a good diet. He is not even supposed to go to work today, but you know my husband—I mean,Ethan and his work are almost inseparable.” I explained,hoping Lawrenta wouldn't notice my slip-up at the last part. She would use that opportunity to tease me every chance she got.“Look at how you said it so naturally. You have fallen for your husband, haven't you?”Sigh. Sh

The sunrises and sunsets have gone by in the blink of an eye, and before I could notice,it was already the day for the boys birthday. Ethan had taken the boys on a short road trip while I spent the entire day with Anita and Marcella setting up the hall.It was soon evening, and as I waited nervously at the entrance of the hall for Ethan and the boys,I could only hope the party would go well and the boys would love the surprise party. We decided to surprise them with our close friends and family members before the guests arrived.“Madam,they just arrived at the mansion and are heading here.” A maid informed me, and I nodded at her. “Thank you.”Anita smiled upon seeing my nervous expression. “Girl,calm down. Your sons would love it.” She turned back and instructed. “Alright,turn off the lights!”Felicity's voice rang out in the quietness. “Mummy,why are we turning off the lights?”“Shh. We want to surprise your friends,Lucas and Carlos.”“Ohh…” Her baby voice trailed off in confusion.