Something''s Wrong


    Even though I had calmed down, I still felt a lingering fear that gave me nightmares, too. My anxiety


    from the ordeal hung over me like a dark cloud.


    Ryan and Eleanor went to the capital instead of me. Before they left, Ryanforted me, telling me to


    take a break from work. Ava''s well-being was the most important thing. We needed to make sure she


    fully recovered.


    In the following days, I stayed by Ava''s side, unwilling to leave.


    However, her condition didn''t improve. She would cry and fuss whenever she fell asleep. If she didn''t


    see As, she would cry her heart out, and I couldn''t console her.


    Several times, As rushed back from thepany for her.


    My mom felt guilty about Ava''s condition. She would secretly cry when Ava was upset. Her spirits had


    taken a downturn.


    Both my dad and As tried tofort her, saying it was an ident. Even if we were more careful, it


    could still happen.


    My mom remained depressed. When Ava cried, she would clutch her head in agony. I was feeling


    anxious, and the atmosphere at home was heavy. My mom’s emotions seemed off to me.


    The scenery was breathtaking, and the air smelled like coconuts. A change of environment seemed to


    do Ava some good. Though she still clung to As, she would now actively observe the different


    scenery.


    As''s efforts were truly impable. He constantly surprised her, leading her to discover new things.


    I brought many beautiful clothes for Ava to dress up in. I took her to different ces daily to enjoy new


    foods and scenery.


    As pampered her like a little princess, and gradually, she brightened up. I sensed she was seeking


    the security of paternal love.


    Things looked much better for Ava and my mom after they got to Celestis Ind. When she saw Ava


    smile, she felt a lot better. I didn''t catch her secretly wiping away tears anymore, and my dad was


    happy, too.


    We returned to Celestis Ind today, basking in the warm sunlight. As had a vi here. The ind


    only had a few vis that were well-spaced and did not disturb each other.


    We had a wonderful time ying on the beach in front of his vi.


    Suddenly, Ava turned to As and asked, "Uncle As, can you be my daddy?”


    My parents felt awkward. I suddenly felt a bit suffocated, as if my daughter had sold me out.


    However, As responded calmly, "Sure, if you want me to.”


    My head buzzed when I heard that. I was sold.


    "Uncle As, a man called me in a car and told me to get in. When I saw it was a man, I thought it was


    you. I thought you were back from your business trip.


    "So, I went to open the gate. But the car drove in, and I was confused. I thought he would get lost, so I


    went to find him...


    As Ava spoke, the adults were instantly on high alert. This is the first time Ava has voluntarily brought


    up the incident.


    As paid special attention and quickly picked Ava up.


    “It’s my fault for letting someone pose as me, but you shouldn''t be scared. I''ll get rid of the bad man


    who tricked you! Next time, make sure Grandma, Grandpa, or Mommy are with you before you open


    the gate. You can also call me, and I''lle.”


    She seemed to think of something and looked at As. "But, Uncle As, I don''t have a phone!”


    "I''ll buy you one. When we return to Foswood, you''ll get it!"


    As promised solemnly. "Don''t be afraid of what happened before. Look, I''ll save you and bring you


    back! So you must trust me. Ava, you''re the smartest and bravest girl I know!”


    Ava nodded as if she understood, hugging his neck and saying with determination, “Next time, Uncle


    As will beat up that bad guy. All the ones who lie to me are bad guys!”


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    All the adults burst intoughter. It seemed like everything had cleared up. But deep down, I had a


    vague feeling that this was just the beginning.