Awakening the War God

Chapter 37 A Couple

"Dr. Mia, don't you think this is a form of emotional blackmail?"

Gabriel responded, adding with a touch of frustration, "I agreed to help Ava by pretending to be her boyfriend for seven days. It's only fair that once those seven days are up, I return to my own life. Love is supposed to be a mutual, consensual thing; it shouldn't be imposed upon anyone."

From the beginning until now, Gabriel believed he had treated Ava with honesty and fairness.

Even concerning that incident involving the red flower, he had made amends by securing a billion- dollar contract for the Foster family.

Zoe had long sensed something and offered him advice.

She understood that his life was far from ordinary, filled with challenges and obstacles.

The more emotional ties he forged, the heavier the burden, and the more entangled he became.

Such entanglement could hinder him.

While Henry didn't harbor feelings for Ava, as long as Ava kept weaving her way into his life, it was only a matter of time before they both find themselves in jeopardy.

And he couldn't afford the dire consequences.

"Do you honestly have no feelings for Ava at all?" Mia abruptly turned her head, her voice stern.

"No," Gabriel replied without hesitation.

Their eyes locked in a tense silence.

The air seemed to stand still.

"Gabriel Edwards, let me make this clear. If you ever fail Ava, I will kill you," Mia declared.

After a moment of heavy silence, she left the room, leaving this stern warning behind.

Ava was the most important person in her life, and she wouldn't stand for anyone causing her harm.

Watching Mia's graceful receding figure, Gabriel furrowed his brow and muttered to himself, "Can you really carry out that threat?"

Afterward, he slapped his forehead, realizing he had just offended Mia.

He might have to dig into his wallet in the future if he needed her help with his amnesia.

When Ava emerged from the shower, Gabriel couldn't help but swallow hard, his eyes nearly popping out of their sockets.

The most captivating aspect of a woman isn't when she is dressed in dazzling clothes or standing before you completely unclothed. It is that tantalizing middle ground where everything is vague and faintly visible, leaving to the imagination.

At this moment, Ava embodied that perfect allure.

"Haha, mission accomplished!"

Ava knew from Gabriel's unwavering gaze that her seduction had succeeded.

Tonight, there was no way Gabriel could escape her spell.

She then struck a pose she had learned online, resembling a swan gracefully sipping from a sacred spring.

"Oh my god!"

At this moment, Gabriel couldn't help but blurt out his amazement.

This girl's pose looked quite unique!

"Hurry back to your room. What are you're doing? I've been anemic lately; if I lose any more blood, I might drop dead!" Gabriel waved his hands with his eyes closed, urging Ava to leave.

He knew a man's nature can't endure a little more hesitation.

Any further hesitation, and it might turn into a prolonged battle.

"Haha, are you really that afraid of me?" Ava teased.

The more flustered Gabriel was, the more complacent Ava was.

She was quite confident in her looks and figure.

Combined with the nearly transparent fabric, she was sure she would have Gabriel completely under her spell.

She approached him and crouched down in front of Gabriel, her fair skin radiant and her fragrance filling the air.

Gabriel suddenly raised his head, fixing his gaze firmly on Ava, like a beast looking at its prey. "Aren't you afraid I'll devour you alive?"

Gabriel's intense stare left Ava momentarily stunned.

He was like a starving wild beast.

But soon, Ava snapped out of it.

"Afraid? Me? I'm not scared of you, and who gets the upper hand is still up for grabs!" She declared confidently, giving her generous bosom a proud lift.

Their eyes met, creating sparks that ignited increasing intensity.

The room seemed to transform into a sultry cauldron of desire, in which it was hard to catch a breath.

It seemed a battle was imminent the next moment.

However, just then, Gabriel's gaze softened, and he said with a wry smile, "You win this time. I'm afraid of you!"

With that, he playfully raised his right hand and mimicked cutting his own throat.

His eyes rolled back, and he promptly "fainted" onto the couch.

Ava was completely stunned.

Utterly bewildered.

Three seconds later, she clenched her fist tightly and gritted her teeth, pounding on Gabriel while roaring, "Gabriel, you jerk! Are you even a man? You'd rather knock yourself out than touch me! You asshole!"

How humiliating!

After delivering a round of punishment, Ava stormed into her room and buried herself under the covers.

Gabriel, on the couch, finally opened his eyes.

He licked his dry lips.

That was a close call, too close...

The next morning, Ava had transformed into a whiny woman.

She snapped at everyone, leaving her family bewildered.

But no one dared to ask, assuming she had a fight with Gabriel.

Gabriel, however, remained the same.

He continued to engage warmly with the Foster family.

The more he did so, the more annoyed Ava became.

"How about we go shopping?" Gabriel suddenly extended an invitation to Ava. Original from NôvelDrama.Org.

Ava had initially intended to decline but found herself being pushed out by the entire family.

Reluctantly, she accompanied Gabriel to the Starlight Market.

As they shopped, Ava's reluctance gradually faded away, replaced by a genuine smile.

She strolled through the mall, picking out expensive items and buying everything she liked inside and outside stores.

Gabriel, who was usually quite frugal, was unusually generous today.

He bought everything on the list without hesitation.

As Ava shopped, her anger dissipated entirely, replaced by a more docile demeanor.

They continued their shopping spree, and when the lights in the Victoria Park lit up, they completely immersed in the scene.

All was forgotten, leaving only a romantic atmosphere.

Feeling the grandeur of the Tudor Dynasty and witnessing Ava's innocent and radiant smile, Gabriel silently told himself that since they would part ways after seven days, he should give her everything he could before their separation...

On Tuesday, they climbed Maple Mountain.

On Wednesday, they visited Crystal Fall.

On Thursday, they marveled at the Statue of Liberty.

Finally, it was Friday!

On Friday night at 9:30 PM, Gabriel and Ava's seven-day pact was about to expire.

Gabriel had originally planned to take Ava for a stroll on the city wall. However, he received a call from Mia in the morning, asking him to come to Peace Hospital at 10 PM.

Previously, he thought that their argument might have ended any chance of free medical care, but it seemed Mia hadn't connected the two incidents.

So, Ava accompanied Gabriel to her sister's office.

Gabriel reclined on the rocking chair as usual, while Ava curiously examined the room.

Mia was buried in drawing and writing by the desk.

Without raising her head, she said casually, "How about watching a movie tonight?"

Upon hearing this, Gabriel was suddenly stunned, realizing he had finally obtained a chance for Valentina Nappi's film.

But...

Did he have to watch it with Mia and Ava, the sister duo?

He was a bit flabbergasted!

"What movie are we watching?" Ava, completely unaware of the movie choice, leaned in curiously.

When she saw the DVD her sister had pulled out, her face turned crimson, and her eyes widened as she exclaimed, "You guys... How can you watch something like this?"

"Why the fuss? You can step out if you want!" Mia responded, unfazed and composed.

After a moment, the three of them settled down, facing the projector, listening to the delirious voices.

The atmosphere was surprisingly harmonious!

After a full hour, the movie finally concluded.

Ava's cheeks were burning red, and she wished she could vanish into thin air.

She kept exclaiming, "I can't believe they did that!"

Meanwhile, Mia remained calm and collected, showing no signs of emotion.

"Can you release me now?"

Gabriel, who had been bound in multiple loops of iron chains, spoke up.

He wore a resentful expression, almost on the brink of insanity.

They chose him to watch the movie together with them, yet did not trust him, which made him feel really unfair.

"Sure!" Mia's eyes remained as tranquil as a serene pond. "But first, you need to tell me, did you get stimulated and recall anything?"

"Recall bullshit!" Gabriel couldn't help but curse.

As for Ava, she burst into laughter at the scene...