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

and had a sizable collection

I set my collection

luxury item. It was a genuine work of art–an Aurora Diamante fountain pen. It

that I would

I

responded by poking my forehead and saying, “Get real.

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

disappointed me.

This is too expensive!” I closed

sign all the contracts you pursue. This pen

all your wishes because

knew this custom–made Aurora must’ve cost

because

say no. What did I do to

left. Do you really want to spend it debating something made just for you?” He sounded like he would leave soon. I

kissed me and said, “Now close