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.

that I had a thing for

pens and had

life grew busier, I set my collection

a genuine work of

to Matthew that I would buy when I became

I

forehead and saying, “Get real. Who buys a pen

saying, “You wouldn’t understand.” I

disappointed me.

expensive!” I closed the lid

it to sign all the contracts you pursue. This pen symbolizes your new life, and I’ll

achieve all your wishes

expensive!” I knew this custom–made Aurora must’ve

had it made just for you. It exists because of you. You won’t

so sweet that I couldn’t say no. What did I do

debating something made just for you?” He sounded like he would

and said, “Now close your eyes