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.

and talked about the company. That was

phone rang again and Ryan looked at me. “Why don’t

Atlas’s voice rang out, “So lost in

I looked around. “Where are

his upset voice

my phone and grew somewhat angry. He was being a dick. Couldn’t he

and glanced at the car. Catching on, he

nodded apologetically. “Yeah, I was supposed to

avoid awkwardness, I made up a white

after yourself and call me if you need anything,” he

home, okay?” I said,. “And don’t worry

“Just go. I better walk home. I

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

was raised, and I was suddenly pulled into

call? His voice was cold and

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