Beyond the Divorce

Chapter 136 The Quirky Cousin I was surprised Stella invited Atlas to join us.

“He might be late since he went to Operose.

He’s on his way back now, so we don’t have to wait for him to start eating,” she casually explained, “I impulsively decided to invite him.

Atlas called me and asked what I wanted to eat, but I told him about our meal.

You don’t mind, do you?” I replied, “Of course not!” Although I said that, I felt uneasy.

I felt I wasn’t telling Stella the truth when I said I didn’t mind.

Still, I couldn’t tell this sincere and harmless girl that.

“That’s good,” she said, handing me the menu, “I ordered a few dishes since it’s our first meal together.

I don’t know what you like, so please choose.” Her warmth made her more approachable.

It differed from our first encounter when she seemed more.

indifferent and arrogant.

I remembered how she glanced at the other diners the other day.

Her expression was a significant contrast from her current one.

seemed like two

from the menu

turned to Stella and said, “I’m sorry for not contacting you

busy.” “Hey, there’s no need to be so

know you’re busy,” Stella had a pleasant voice, “I admire you for having your own company.” I was surprised that someone still admired

comment sounded somewhat sarcastic, but I couldn’t

arrived, and

must be busy with work as an

wait for him to eat?” “A–Assistant?” Stella became wide–eyed and then quickly hid her

to wait.”

no! We can start without him!

a while to reach us, so why wait? Let’s

our meal, Atlas

drew everyone’s attention

Stella appeared excited and continued gazing at him

a faint smirk, saying, “Sorry I’m late.” He

Atlas, “You’re

the waiter to order a few dishes.” Excuse me, I’ll go wash my hands.” When he got up and headed to the restroom,

it must be Melanie and thought she didn’t hold

Stella asked, “Ms.

you know Atlas before working with him?” I glanced at her

starting work together.”