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

though it was late. He did

I

sat blankly on the bed. Eventually, I got under the covers

sleep.

to noon the next day when I

to noon the next day, feeling refreshed. After getting ready, I

there was much to take care of before the

everything to

ready, I went downstairs to let my mother

go to the market, and I teased, “You’re going to the

celebration tomorrow?”

want to see what they’re selling. We’ll get a head start so we won’t be scrambling later. We can’t afford last–minute forgetfulness

their faces, showing that they were genuinely happy. I knew they were excited to prepare for this

They even replaced the seat cushion. The car had

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