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 different

dishes from the menu and

said, “I’m sorry

“Hey, there’s no need to

had a pleasant voice, “I admire you for having your own company.” I was surprised

I couldn’t blame

dishes arrived,

be busy with

don’t have to wait for him to eat?” “A–Assistant?” Stella

to wait.”

I…say anything wrong?” “No, no! We can

wait? Let’s eat while

our meal, Atlas

drew everyone’s attention upon

nervous while Stella appeared excited and continued gazing

with a faint smirk, saying, “Sorry I’m late.” He sat beside me while Stella

playfully scolded Atlas,

you came any later.” “Traffic was crazy in the city,” he replied as he took the menu from the waiter to order a few dishes.” Excuse me, I’ll go wash my hands.” When he got up and headed to the restroom, I sensed an icy gaze on me from

and thought she didn’t hold back her

Stella asked, “Ms.

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

starting work together.”