Beyond the Divorce

Chapter 236 A Sincere Invitation

Ryan beamed when he heard my words. Even his usually composed expression reddened. However, I felt an overwhelming guilt. Perhaps I had been too cruel to him. Even a simple suggestion like this could move him so much.

He seemed slightly nervous, saying, “Well… I hadn’t thought about the

“Then, let’s do it! First, they get to experience the Southern climate. Secondly, It’ll save you the hassle of traveling. Finally, our families can celebrate together. Oh, I can invite Lauren, too. Her parents aren’t around, and her younger sister doesn’t move much,

“T’ll invite her to my house, and you can all stay at my place. No need for hotels. It’ll be super lively.” I spoke genuinely.

I had met Ryan’s parents before. His dad ran a small business, and his mom had a fixed job. They were wonderful people. It was a spontaneous idea, and I hadn’t discussed it with my parents. Still, I believed they wouldn’t oppose it.

“Wouldn’t it trouble you if everyone stayed at your place?” Ryan seemed hesitant.

“Don’t be so formal with me! You can stay at my place too. Your family can have the ground floor, and it’ll be more convenient for all of us. I suggest you consider buying a house in our neighborhood,” I said

offhandedly.

before smiling and saying,

I

I got up to leave. When I returned to my office, my desk phone rang incessantly. I hurried over and saw Atlas’s name flashing on the screen. I was stunned and didn’t answer the call.

down, feeling powerless and wondering why Atlas had called. I was in a

my bag

phone rang twice, and I looked at it. Since it was from an unknown number, I put my phone in my without answering. After

headed to the parking lot.

aimlessly through the traffic jam when my phone rang again, still from an unknown number. I feared it might be a work–related call and answered

this time

as I answered. I looked

“Where are

I replied, matching his tone.

Pleca Park” he

found my way there. When I arrived at the front gate, I took a deep breath

feared what would happen when I did. I knew seeing him might mark the

then to Atlas’s room. The