I glanced at the incessantly ringing phone, unsure how to describe my emotions. The timing was impeccable because she called just as Matthew left. I knew he must’ve called her and reported the situation as soon as he left.

I calmly answered the call, "Yes, Ivanna?"

"What are you up to? Is Ava okay?" Ivanna sounded like she was in a great mood.

Of course, she would be in a great mood. She must be taking advantage of last night’s argument between Matthew and me.

"It seems like you're free today to call me so early in the morning. " There was a hint of sarcasm in my tone.

"Well, I'm not a robot. Even I need to recharge and maintain myself!" Ivanna laughed. "Let's go out."

"Ava isn't at school yet, so I'm just playing with her at home," I replied.

"Oh? That's great. Bring her along so I can spoil her a little. Since you weren't in a good mood last time, I didn't dare to talk to her for long," Ivanna teased me.

After some thought, I figured the opportunity was too good to pass up. S