Page 36 of Ten of a Kind

“Bonjour! I know it’s been a while, and I’m sorry.”

“It’s okay. I know you’re living your best life in France.” I smiled. “It’s one thirty in the morning over there. Did you just get home?”

“No.” She sighed. “I’m coming home, Ava.”

“What?”

“Xavier and I broke up, and I miss the U.S.”

“Oh no, Hannah. I’m sorry. What happened?”

“A French whore named Genevieve.”

“Shit. Seriously?”

“It’s fine. Things between us haven’t been good for the last year.”

“You never told me that.”

“Because I never wanted to admit it. Anyway, I’ll be back in a couple of days. Can I stay with you until I find a place?”

“Of course, you can!” I smiled. “Send me your flight details, and I’ll pick you up from the airport.”

“Thanks. I’ll do that. What are you getting all dolled up for?” A smirk crossed her lips.

“I’m going over to Grayson’s house, and he’s cooking me dinner.”

“The last time we talked, you said you hadn’t heard from him.”

“Then I heard from him, and then I didn’t. It’s a long story. He knows about the others.”

“What?” Her eyes widened. “You told him already?”

“He didn’t give me a choice. I’ll tell you everything when you get in.”

“Are you okay, Ava?”

“I’m fine, Hannah. You’re the one I’m worried about.”

“Pfft. I’m good. I’ll let you get ready for your date with the doctor. I’ll see you in a couple of days.”

I couldn’t believe she was moving back to the United States. I’d missed her so much since she moved to France with Xavier two years ago. After finishing my makeup and hair, I slipped on my shoes and drove to Grayson’s house.

“Hi.” Grayson smiled when he answered the door.

“Hi.” I smiled back.

“You look beautiful. Come in.”

“Thank you. I picked up a bottle of wine.” I handed it to him.

“You didn’t have to do that.”

“It’s the least I could do since you’re cooking dinner.” I followed him into the kitchen. “It smells delicious in here.”

“Thanks. I hope you like what I’ve made.”

“I’m sure I will.”