Beyond the Divorce

Chapter 171 The Birthday Gift

When we entered the Starlight International penthouse, a dinner for two and a chilled bottle of wine were

waiting for us.

Atlas pulled me into his arms and said, “Happy birthday! This was the best I could do because I’ve been

swamped. But I’m glad I didn’t miss it.”

I leaned into him and said, “I prefer simple celebrations. Just being with you makes me happy.”

With a magician’s flair, he produced a gift box seemingly out of nowhere. I looked at him, and he gestured

at me to open it.

I lifted the lid, revealing a stunning pen. It was adorned with diamonds and featured my initials inlaid with

rubies.

did he know that I had a thing

had a sizable collection

busier, I set my collection aside.

not just a luxury item. It was a genuine work of

I had once mentioned to Matthew that

I

forehead and saying, “Get real. Who

saying, “You wouldn’t understand.” I didn’t tell him that Matthew’s response

disappointed me.

expensive!” I closed the lid and

sign all the contracts you pursue. This pen symbolizes your new life, and

all your wishes because you deserve

expensive!” I knew this custom–made Aurora must’ve cost a fortune.

exists because

that I couldn’t say no. What did

you really want to spend it debating something made just for you?” He sounded like he would leave soon. I leaned into him, unsure when I would

and said, “Now close your eyes and make another wish.”