Beyond the Divorce

Chapter 26

Chapter 26 The Voice on the Phone

I paused before snapping back to reality and realized she was right. I couldn’t lose everything without a fight or reclaiming what was rightfully mine. Even if I fought and lost, I wouldn’t regret it. At that point, my phone had stopped ringing.

I stared into Ivanna’s calm eyes and gradually regained my composure. My thoughts began to clear, and I wiped my face, saying, “I get it now! I’m grateful to have a clear–headed person like you by my side. You constantly remind me of my priorities.”

When the phone rang again, I had already sorted my emotions. Ivanna passed me the phone and nodded. “You’ve got this

I took a deep breath and swiped the screen to answer the call, “Hey, honey. It’s about time you called. I need to ask you, where’s the money in our account? Ava had pneumonia, and I had to rush her to the hospital in the middle of the night.

“Nothing was left when I tried to withdraw money from the card. What’s going on?”

Ivanna smacked her forehead when she heard my words. However, I knew Matthew well and phrased it to fit my personality, especially since he would be on guard if I didn’t bring it up.

“Hi, honey. I used the money, but don’t worry. I’ll explain when I get home,” sure enough, Matthew

comforted me, “How’s Ava now?”

“She’s still on the IV, and her fever was 39.5 degrees. It’s quite serious. When are you coming back? Can’t

you hurry?” I pretended to sound anxious, “I’m scared and had to wake your parents in the middle of the

night.

me when you’re using the money? Don’t you know

not around?”

but maintaining this calm

laugh at myself, I realized I also had a knack for acting.

back as soon as possible. I’ll try to finish my work

to reassure me, “Take care of our daughter and make sure you rest

lot, honey.”

bittersweet smile at his comfort and advice.

heading

now. I

I heard a coquettish voice in the background. I felt all

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daughter to the

plopped on the hospital bed with the phone falling to

reaction and squatted before me. She held my hand and

what’s wrong?

daze as that coquettish voice echoed in my ears. Ivanna

What did

said sobbingly, “Ivanna, find me a

stood up, hugged me, and patted

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