Carrying His Heir While Fighting His Lies novel Chapter 62

Ava'S POV

Mommy Bella ran to me the moment her eyes landed on me, and I hugged her tightly like a bundle of joy.

Bella is surely my peace of mind, but my foggy thoughts because of old memories aren't giving me any peace of mind.

I somehow know what will give me that peace, though it's fictitious. Still, it has some beautiful memories and alluring feelings I felt long ago. And whenever I see that, somehow my restless heart gets easier.

Reaching back to the beach, I noticed the kids went back to their playing, and Simi and Parminder were having their me-time a little farther away from us. And that view added more fuel to my dismay.

I averted my eyes to the other side, but someone was keeping close eyes on my move and caught me red-handed by saying, You know you can also have the same happiness for yourself, Ava?" I looked to my right side after hearing this, and Ivan was looking at me with some unfamiliar emotion in his eyes, which did not go unnoticed by what he meant.

"Rose, my name is Rose Ivan," I say, looking ahead.

Neither do I want to hear this name ever again in my life, nor do I want to live such moments.

‘Lair' My subconscious mocked me instantly, and I got embarrassed at myself and looked down.

‘Who doesn't want to stay happy in their life? Everyone may be happy; then why can't I? Why can't I think I should be happy? Why can't I think I should have someone by my side to love me, protect me, and care for me?' I scoff back at my subconscious, and that made him shut his mouth, I guess.

"You are getting too hard on yourself, Rose. The past is past, and it's gone already. Live for your future; don't be stuck in one place." I heard Ivan's voice again and looked at his side, and he was looking ahead while giving me worthless advice while sipping juice.

For the first time, I felt annoyed by him.

‘Truth is bitter, darling." Again, my subconscious mocked me, and I closed my eyes while gritting my teeth.

Ignoring his advice, I stayed mum, as this is the best, I guess. Rather, I lash out at Ivan for no reason.

I was tapping my feet on the sand nonstop and was just waiting to head home, but no one seemed in the mood to go back.

I guess Ivan understood my turmoil and asked me the thing I wanted to hear: "Do you want to go back home?" I instantly looked at his side, and I am sure my eyes might be shining with glee, but thankfully he could not see because of the shades I was wearing, so I nodded to him.

Ok, just inform Natalia by then, and I'll take the car out. They will follow us in another car. The kids will be done soon, as they are looking a little tired too, so they won't be staying much longer here. Let's get ready." He said this while getting up, and I did the same and padded towards Natalia.

Amm, Natalia, I'm not feeling well, so I and Ivan are heading back home. Can you please bring Bella safely home?" I asked her, though I know she will, but again, I can't help but say this.

She gave me a playful smirk while looking at my back, and I knew Ivan must be preparing to go to the car, and I rolled my eyes.