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.

and

I

the details, 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

picked it up and realized I had five missed calls. I sat down, feeling powerless and wondering

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 clearing

as I headed to the parking

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

this time

up as soon as I answered. I looked at the pedestrians outside while holding

“Where are you?”

road,” I replied, matching his tone.

Park” he said and

Park. This time, I quickly found my way there.

happen when I did. I knew seeing him might

her. We went to the second floor and then to Atlas’s room. The young girl knocked