Thats not all .
Zack Moore , Athenas father , is suffering the same .
Ewan has it worse … Alfonso manued , feeling his eyes tearing up .
How can he go bankrupt at this age ? Fu slowly sat down , not believing what she was hearing .
Site hoked at her father .
What did you do ? Did you offend Athena again ? Who is backing her up ?? Athena didnt know what to do when she walked in on Gianna drinking .
She had woken up to use the restroom , and then had gotten thirsty .
On her way to the kitchen just now , she had found Gianna drinking heavily , like her life depended on it .
From the speed and haphazard way Gianna drank , Athena could tell that her friend had downed more than eight glasses .
She sighed , and rested her head on the door post , still watching her friend .
What could she do ? She had seen Gianna in this condition only twice .
The first was three years ago , when her parents died in a car crash .
Athena had drank with her , they had drank till they passed out .
That had been understandable .
The second time was on the night she had introduced her to the childrens godfather , Zane , almost two years ago .
That hadnt been understandable , and neither was this one .
What was the history between them ? Athena didnt know , but she believed it was too dark Glanna drank heavily whenever there was a chance meeting with Zane .
Athena also knew she should investigate the matter , but her best friend would go crazy with anger if she ever found out about the investigation .
Athena had found out how angry Gianna could get , when she had tried investigating the accident of the latters parents and their death .
Athena hadnt believed it was a mere accident .
Gianna had believed it was .
Since then , she steered away from Glannas private matters , only doing something if her friend asked for it .
This matter with Zane was such a matter , so she couldnt investigate it even though she really wanted to , even though she wanted to understand why her friend became miserable after every meeting with Zane ..
Once , she had forbidden Zane from coming , and had almost stripped the latter from being her childrens godfather , but Gianna hadnt let it either .
Athena was beyond confused and tired .
When Gianna stretched her hand down , and grabbed another bottle , Athena detached her head from the doorpost , and stepped into the sitting room proper .
10.00 24 Wretched Her mouth fell open consequentially , when she saw three empty bottles of alcohol on the floor .
The one Gianna was holding was the fifth bottle ! The fourth bottle was empty , but was still on the table .
Quickly , Athena hurried over to her friend , and grabbed the bottle away from her .
What are you doing , Gianna ?! Whats the meaning of this ? What would you have done if Kate or Nate had walked in on you ? But Gianna was far too gone .
Let me be , Athena ! Those daredevils are very asleep ! I checked before drinking … Athena shook her head .
That wasnt enough .
Her children were unpredictable .
Surely , Gianna would understand that , being their godmother … Having heard what Kathleen had done last night … Watching Gianna reach for the bottle for the second time , Athena shook her head .
No.
This wasnt enough .
She had to do something .
She pulled her friend to herself , and dragged the latter to her bathroom , where she was sure there would be no interruption .

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Once in there , she stripped Gianna of her clothes , leaving the underwear , and led her under the shower .
Then she shifted away , and turned the shower on full blast .
Athena expected her friend to run out , or make a noise , any form of it at all , but Gianna remained immobile under the very cold shower , as if her skin was unfeeling This made Athena anxious .
She resolved to ask Zane today , about the matter .
She had to know the truth .
Her friend looked like an empty shell ! Damn their secrets ! Obviously , working from morning to night had been Giannas way of coping .
Athena shook her head .
She couldnt let her friend continue like this .
She waited for a while , for the alcohol to lose its effect , before turning off the shower .
After that , she left Gianna in the bathroom to get some clothes from the wardrobe , and a large towel .
When she returned , Gianna was sitting on the bathroom floor , with her legs positioned at ninety degrees to the floor .
Her head was bowed and centered on her knees .
Athena stopped at the wretched sight ; her heart turning over the next second , when she heard the almost quiet sobbing .
It rose with every passing minute , Was she mourning her parents again ? Did Zane have anything to do with it ? Athena abandoned the questions on the wayside later , and hurried to her friend ..
24 Wretched She pulled a crying Gianna to herself and led her out of the bathroom , before throwing the towel over her .
When Gianna was dry , she gave her a nightdress , and led her to the bed .
On the bed , she hugged Gianna until the tears subsided .
And when that was achieved , she rushed to the kitchen to make two cups of hot chocolate for the both of them .
Sleep was past tense now .
When she came back , Gianna was sitting cross legged on the bed .
Athena hoped she was ready to talk .
What is the matter , Gianna ? You know you can tell me anything , right ? Gianna nodded and accepted the cup of hot chocolate .
I know , Athena , but this isnt exactly your concern .
Or rather I dont want it to be yours yet .
Can you let me have it alone ? Athenas hand tightened on her cup ; she hated this part of Gianna .
She had forgotten that Gianna could be stiff necked when she chose to be .
If you say so .
Athena finally muttered , through gritted teeth .
Glanna sighed .
Thank you .
She settled in , and took a sip of the hot chocolate .
Tell me something , Athena … to relax .
Gianna requested , after three sips of the hot chocolate .
She was already feeling better .
Athena cocked her head to the side in thought .
She chuckled when she remembered something .
Zack texted me today .
He also called .
Really ? What did he say ? Athena shrugged her shoulders .
I ended the call before he could say something .
The text came in last night .
He was asking for a meet up .
I deleted the text , and blocked the number .
Gianna smiled thinly .
He deserves it .
Anything else ? Athena shifted closer to her friend , knowing the latter would love this piece of information .
I think Luca and Fiona have a child .
Gianna had just taken a sip of hot chocolate .
Hearing Athenas words however , the liquid escaped from her mouth , and landed on Athenas dress .
Yuck ! Athena whispered , squishing her nose .
You couldnt control your excitement ? Gianna laughed .
Sorry But Athena wasnt annoyed .
She was rather happy that she had managed to lift Giannas mood .
Why do you think so ? How did you find out ? Where did you see her ? Athena chuckled softly .
Her friend was back .
At the childrens school .
She asked to be 24 Wretched Athena chuckled softly .
Her friend was back .
At the childrens school .
She asked to be Kathleens friend .
But I need your help in confirming it … Gianna bobbed her head , and kept her cup on the bedside drawer .
She palmed her hands , and rubbed them , a smirk coated her lips .
With all pleasure , my love … Athenas laughter was caught short by her phones ringtone , indicating an incoming message .
She picked her phone , frowning when she opened it .
Its from Ewan .
How did you know ? My brain recalls his private number .
He still uses it .
She whispered , and opened the message .
Expect my play , Athena .
You and Zane made the first move .
My companys stocks just plunged , thanks to you .
Whats the matter , Athena ? Gianna covered the distance between her and Athena when she saw her friends countenance failing .
What did he send ? Athena had no words .
She showed Gianna the phone .
What play is he talking about ? I dont know … Athena collected the phone from her friend and hurried to the e net , instantly paling when she saw the raving news .
Gianna snatched the phone from her a few seconds later .
What the hell ! Athena , you promised ! Athena shook her head vigorously .
I didnt do anything , Gianna .
I didnt break the promise .
But she knew who did .
Athena quickly stood up from the bed and started walking out of the room .
She needed urgently , a cup of hot black coffee , and a long discussion with her children .