Beyond the Divorce

Chapter 206 A Strong Woman

So, you understand what I meant when I called you clever, Celine said. A moment later, she dropped her smile. “Leave Atlas.”

“You should ask his opinion first,” I replied firmly.

I don’t need to ask him. He will accept it if you leave,” Celine spoke confidently, “You’re intelligent, kind, patient, and ambitious. I see great potential in you and can help expand your company to achieve your goals. I can also support your daughter’s education at any overseas institution you choose, but he can’t.”

“Why?”

My question annoyed her. “Why? He’s not an ordinary person. Atlas wants to head ATL Empire, so he must adhere to the family rules. Even without Stella, the family would have complete control of his life.

“He has no privileges or freedom of choice!” Her words were ruthless, “He can’t forget Annalise Synder, even if he loves you, a divorcee with a daughter. Atlas was madly in love with Annalise. Ultimately, he only has two options: whether to give up or compromise.”

I wondered if she was

evident she had a significant

continued, “You have no choice either. The Pierce family doesn’t accept outsiders inheriting our wealth and assets.

confidently. I was just ordinary, so her demeanor was even more

believe you’ll like them. Kenzie, show her out!” Celine got up and headed upstairs

Kenzie was t

sharp–witted woman who had called me to the Design Division. It seemed Celine had investigated me for a while now. I knew

and her intentions were clear. Otherwise,

professionals take them.

the pictures as a reminder, not just

of the pictures were candid close–ups of Ava and my mom. They included shots inside

my home. The person who took them

was unsettling.

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