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.

about the company. That

at me.

smiled and did so. Atlas’s voice rang out, “So lost

looked around.

us, and his upset voice came from inside, “Get in the

somewhat angry. He was being a dick. Couldn’t he see I was with

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

was supposed to meet him but

avoid awkwardness, I made up a white lie.

go. Just look after yourself and call me if you need anything,” he said, trying to be considerate.

okay?” I said,. “And

walk home. I ate too much.”

at Ryan as he left before I got into Atlas‘ car. I noticed the

raised, and I was suddenly

call? His voice was cold

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arms and sat up. “Can you stop being a jerk