Beyond the Divorce

Chapter 242 A Special New Year’s Day

Suddenly, I noticed a car parked outside the main door, and my heart skipped a beat. The soft night light.

I

in the room would show my silhouette, so I pulled the curtains and turned off the light.

I leaned against the window, straining to hear any sounds from outside. My eyes grew teary, and I cursed

myself for this display of emotion. Wasn’t it better for us to stay in our own worlds?

Only the faint sound of the car moving away could be heard, and a few tears escaped. I quickly pulled the curtains open and looked outside, but all I could see were the fading red tail lights disappearing from

view. My heart tightened.

to

late. He did not come in eagerly like

I

the curtains again and sat blankly on the bed. Eventually, I got

sleep.

the next day when I woke up.

noon the next day, feeling refreshed. After getting ready, I went downstairs for lunch. I

office since there was much to take care of before the holiday,

to Ryan.

ready, I went downstairs

to go to the market, and I teased, “You’re going to the market now? Is there a

celebration tomorrow?”

selling. We’ll get a head start so we won’t be scrambling later. We can’t afford last–minute forgetfulness since more

on their faces, showing that they were genuinely happy. I knew they were excited

gesture touched my heart. They even replaced the

preparations. Carol discussed the holiday duty schedule and financial reports with me. They showed that