Beyond the Divorce

Chapter 155 A White Lie

This was the most joyous dinner ever since I moved here. My parents hadn’t laughed so heartily in a long

time.

My dad even drank a can of beer. I was worried, but he insisted it was okay.

After dinner, Ryan stayed with us for quite a while before he got up to bid farewell. I offered to give him a ride home, as the apartment unit he rented wasn’t too far from my place.

As we walked to my car, Ryan asked, “Would you like to take a walk? I’m too full, and you can tell me what

Josh did.”

I said yes, and we walked out of Amethyst Apartments. I brought him up to speed. Since I brought Ryan into the company, I considered him my partner, so I didn’t want to hide things from him.

My phone started ringing in my pocket, and I took it out to see who the caller was. It was Atlas.

the call, continued our walk, and talked about the

phone rang again and Ryan looked at me.

so. Atlas’s voice rang out, “So lost

tracks, I looked around. “Where

pulled over beside us, and his upset voice came from inside, “Get in

and grew somewhat angry. He was being a

and glanced at the car. Catching on, he asked, “You

I was supposed to meet

awkwardness, I made up a white lie.

after yourself and call me if you need anything,” he said, trying to be

I said,. “And don’t worry

better walk home. I ate too much.”

left before I got into Atlas‘ car. I noticed the privacy partition

raised, and I was suddenly

my call? His voice was cold

+15 BONUS

you stop being a jerk