Ava's POV
Jake looked so shocked when I let him know the truth, and he blinked his eyes several times like he was trying to make sense of it all through his eyes.
“I… I have never thought that your second chance mates are going to be triplets, which is kind of surprising.” He said to me, looking really surprised.
“I know, right? Even I didn't expect that. The first day I met them, I was really surprised, but they don't know yet because they still see me as a boy.”
“Hmm. It must be difficult for them,” he uttered, and I smiled.
I know there are times that it would have been really confusing for Jace, Jay, and Joey regarding their feelings, and hopefully they don't accept being gay because of me. It's not time to reveal that I'm a female. Although Professor Harley now knows that I'm a female, and I feel a little safe because it doesn't look like he's planning to find a way to get me expelled.
“Then Prince Asher might not even stand a chance if you have triplets as a second chance mate. They also won't want to stand down just because he is the prince, especially if they hear the story of how you were mistreated by him back then.”
“Well, regarding that…”
Before I could say any word, the door of the ward slid open again, and Diana walked in.
“Hi. I've actually been standing outside there, trying my best to give you guys enough time to talk, but don't you think it's getting too much?” Diana spoke, looking jealous.
It was so baffling to me that she could be jealous towards me, who still has some drama going on with Prince Asher and the Harrison triplets.
“Diana, please go back outside. Ava and I still have a lot to talk about. If you can't wait, then you can go home. When I'm done, we could meet up if you still want that.” Jake said to her with a serious expression.
She is close to Prince Asher, so she could decide to give him some news that I don't want out yet.
“Please leave, Diana. Jake is right; we still have a lot to talk about.” I added, also looking serious about the situation at hand.
“Arrgh!” Diana roared out of frustration. “Why do I have to leave? I've been away from you for too long, and we also have things to talk about.” Diana whined.
This could get out of hand if Jake didn't find a way to settle things with her. As much as I wouldn't like to intervene or cause a fight between mates or lovers, I hope that Jake can find a way for her to leave without hurting her much.
“Uhm... Please excuse me; I'd like to use the restroom.” I said to them and slowly got down from the bed.
“Alright, please be careful. Do you need any help?” Jake asked calmly.
“No, I can walk to the restroom myself. Thanks.” I appreciated his kind gesture.
At least, if there was any word that Jake would love to say to her that would make her leave, and he might be too shy or see it as disrespectful to say it in my presence, he would be able to say it now that I'm leaving their presence.
I stepped into the restroom and sat on the water closet, then did my thing. I couldn't really hear whatever they were saying back in the ward because I turned on the tap water to make things loud here.
Those things I just did should give them enough privacy. While they were settling their issues, I drifted into my own thoughts.
It was only right for me to confess to Jay, Jace, and Joey that I'm a female so they won't get confused on if they like boys or not. But at the same time, many people getting to know the truth one by one will only make the truth easy to be found out.
“Gosh. How did I get entangled in something like this that's gradually becoming a mess?” I said under my breath and plastered my hands on my face.
Prince Asher will definitely not step down, especially as what he needs me for is something really important that would determine his status in his pack and the respect that should be given to him. The triplets, if they find out, won't want to let me go either.
I've already seen signs of their jealousy in so many ways, and when it is confirmed, they will no longer let their feelings continue to be bottled up. It would become a public thing because it's only right for a male and female to be attracted to each other.
“Ugh!” I let out a frustrated sigh and rose to my feet.
But I don't want a situation whereby Prince Asher is going to resort to force. It's really not going to be healthy for any of us and could cause a mini bitter war.
I pulled down the water closet’s handle and flushed, then turned off the tap and pushed the door open gently and was back into the ward.
They were quiet until I got back on the bed and leaned my back on the pillow.
“So…” I said, waiting to know the outcome of everything.
Jake then turned to Diana.
“We agreed for you to leave. Why are you still standing?” He questioned her in a low tone.
Gosh. How I hate this! More like I'm using them as entertainment, as it's so weird to sit on the bed and watch them do this.
“But I don't want to. What if she stirs your heart also? She's the main reason you didn't want to consider this relationship. How can I be so sure she won't take you away completely?”
“Diana, leave right now and stop behaving like a child!” Jake scolded her sternly.
I was surprised he could do that, but I could also tell that he was reprimanding her for being rude especially in my presence and current state.
Diana then stormed out of the ward.