Chapter 24: Ominous chills

Becky didn't know what to do at that moment. Her heart was beating wildly in her chest. She could already imagine what Jameswill do to her. The fear that was eating her heart began to overwhelmed her with the ominous chills oozing out of him. There was a long pause of silence between them. The silence alone was enough for Becky to freeze. And the next moment.....

"Explain this". Was what left his mouth. His voice enough couldn't make her speak properly. This is not the James she was or Is still dating. She thought as she began to crack her brains to get out of the mess. Are - I will talk. She cut him off not trying to get him angry. She couldn't even hug or kiss him. I.... Made a sketch of her to present it as an engagement gift to her. She managed to say. James looked deep into her eyes as if to decipher her lies but he saw none.

Good. He replied as he tore the sketches into two shocking Becky. W-w-what... She was speechless.

Do you think you can easily lie to me and I won't know. He smirked evily and Becky fell quiet. She couldn't talk. I don't know what you mean tho but I made that sketch for her as a gift. Becky defended herself. Oh really, fine then. No argument ; but listen carefully to me, the next time you try that stunt again, you will regret it. He warned dangerously as he stomped out of the Room.

Becky slowly sat on the bed as she couldn't believe that James came to warn her because of that low class girl. Her zeal for revenge intensified to the highest level, she will make sure to hurt Avery in a way she herself never imagined. She thought evily.

Avery and Nina were done freshening up and went downstairs to have their lunch. After lunch, The family sat in the lounge discussing about the engagement party. As usual, Mr Smith wasn't interested and he left them alone. Avery smiled gripping Nina's hand tightly. She was nervous.

Well, I am here to announce that the rest of the family will be attending the engagement party that is coming up soon. Mrs Smith declared loudly and Nina smiled. The rest of the family?? I thought... Avery said looking confused. Oh yeah, Aunt and uncle with their daughter are coming back tomorrow. With grandma. Nina said happily.

Ohhh. Avery said.

Are you scared that the rest of the family won't like you? Olive said In mocking tone. Olive stop. Mrs Smith said coldly and left. But it's the truth. Olive snared. Nina hissed and took Avery away. Maybe ignoring her and her tantrums will be better. Olive smirked.

Late in the night, Avery was sitting on her bed. She couldn't sleep. Her mind was solely focus on the engagement. What will happen there ? She even thought of what Olive said. Will the rest of the family that will come for the engagement,will they accept her just like mother and Nina. Even grandma. She thought. She stood up and walked towards the window side. The night sky was black and covered with darkness except the shining moon. She stared at it for a long time before she finally went to bed.

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The next morning,.the day was bright and shining it's glorious sun over the canvas of the sky . Avery was still sleeping. The stress of yesterday caught up with her. Downstairs, the maids were busy cleaning and decorating the ball room. Mrs Smith was coordinating the decorators and monitoring them. She wanted everything to be in place. While she was busy giving orders, Olive went to meet her.

Mother! She called out. What is it? Mrs Smith asked calmly as she pointed at a window for the decorator to adjust the curtains.

Mother, why do an extravagant engagement party for a girl whose father is owing my brother almost a billion. Olive said with all form of seriousness. Mrs Smith stared at her and walked away. Olive became furious. This was unlike her mother. Her mother never ignored her. And she did today all because of AVERY. I HATE YOU AVERY!!!!!! She yelled loudly enough for the people there to hear.

They all stared at her as if she is crazy but she didn't care and angrily left the mansion. Avery finally woke up after her night sleep. She was felt relieved and energized. She stood up from the bed and went to the bathroom to have her bath. After she was done bathing, she tied her white towel and came out of the bathroom. She was about to get dressed when someone knocked on the door.

She grabbed a white robe and wore it before opening the door. She was stunned to see that same woman she and Nina met for her engagement. Oh miss. Good morning. Avery greeted. Morning, we are here to prepare you for your engagement party. The woman said. It's tomorrow. Avery said. We know ma'am. The woman said. But the earlier we prepare you, the better for us. The woman replied with a sweet smile.

What are we doing today then? Avery asked. We will had some touchings to your beautiful skin already. The woman said and Avery blushed. She wanted this party to come out well. Even though to her and James, all this events are just pretence. She wants to bring the best out of it. It's every girl's dream to get married in a unique way. But will hers be that?? She thought.

Avery walked back inside as they looked for a simple dress for her to wear. They helped her with her make up and her heels, once they were done, They all went downstairs with Avery. Meanwhile, Becky plan to sabotage the engagement. She will do everything in her power to destroy the wedding. Avery didn't see Nina that day cause her attention was on the hair stylist and make up artists who would prepare her for her so called unnecessary engagement party according to her.