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

was late. He did not come in eagerly like he used

I

the curtains again and sat blankly on the bed.

sleep.

noon the next day when

day, feeling refreshed. After getting ready, I

since there was much to take care

everything to

downstairs to let my mother

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

celebration tomorrow?”

a head start so we won’t be scrambling later. We can’t afford last–minute forgetfulness since more people will join us this

had broad smiles on their faces, showing that they were genuinely happy.

my heart. They even replaced the seat cushion. The car had a pleasant scent, probably from excess

reports with me. They showed