Beyond the Divorce

Chapter 176 Someone Who Protects You

My heart pounded because I knew my dad wanted to discuss last night’s events. Sure enough, he looked at me and asked about Atlas, “I don’t want to meddle in your relationships, but you just got out of a failed

marriage.

“I don’t want to see you get hurt again. I’ve researched Atlas–his family background doesn’t quite match.

ours. I’m worried about how your relationship will turn out.”

I choked on my food, knowing my dad wasn’t entirely convinced about Atlas. “Dad, I’m sorry for making you worry,” I swallowed my food and continued, “You don’t need to be overly concerned. I know what I’m

doing and what I want.

“Atlas and I are just friends. Even though he’s been good to me, I haven’t considered anything else. I want to work on my company first and worry about other things later. I’m just going with the flow.”

I pushed around the food on my plate, unsure how to reassure my dad.

“Mr. Atlas has been a great help to me. I can fully break free from Matthew and suppress that asshole

my life because of him, and I

too much,

also held a profound grudge

After all, I can’t let Ava suffer.

think about this now. Still, I didn’t expect Mr. Atlas to come back to celebrate my birthday last night.”

on, not even sure what I was saying

life. Other things don’t matter

cares for you. In case we’re not around anymore,

protect you.

It reminded me of when Atlas told me

harm.

lump in my throat, saying, “Dad, I won’t need anyone to protect me when I become strong

forced a smile, my eyes a bit teary. “Give me some freedom, Dad. That way, I’ll feel more

not interfering with your

only want that for you.

didn’t push his views. He didn’t mention that they preferred Ryan either, and I knew he didn’t want to

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it clear to you. The person! choose should not