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.

How did he know that I had a thing for

used to collect various pens and had a sizable collection at my parents‘ house. However,

life grew busier, I set my collection aside.

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

Matthew that I

I

and saying, “Get real. Who

telling Atlas, saying, “You wouldn’t understand.”

disappointed me.

this. This is too expensive!” I closed the lid and handed the

contracts you pursue. This pen

all your wishes

too expensive!” I knew this custom–made Aurora

just for you. It exists because of

couldn’t say no. What did I

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

and said, “Now close your eyes and