Beyond the Divorce

Chapter 243 Alone in a Crowded Room

This New Year was unlike any other before. I stayed home, enjoying the joyful atmosphere family gathering filled with laughter and chatter. Little Ava became the center of attention.

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Even Ivanna joined us after just a few days away. Our family showcased their culinary skills, preparing their signature dishes and creating a festive atmosphere with bright lights in the yard.

During the day, I pretended to be carefree like everyone else, but at night, my thoughts couldn’t help but drift to that person. Had he left town? He hadn’t called, and I didn’t reach out. I wanted to test my self-

control.

Fortunately, I had Ivanna and Lauren to keep me company.

Ivanna quietly whispered, “Harmony seems to be fading. She’s been saying she spent Christmas overseas,

but it’s all a lie. She’s my artist. I know she worked on a shoot the whole time. Is Atlas getting tired of her?”

Lauren quickly nudged her and shot her a meaningful look.

of my concern. I’ve already decided to step back.”

you hear that? We both need

how strong Wonder Woman’s heart

I silently cursed.

was pretty

in the crowd, wondering if he missed the feeling of home during these festive seasons. The livelier it was here, the more my heart ached, and

my mind

caused me pain. However, my strong–willed side reminded me that

donned an apron in the past few days and bustled

help him.

together to talk in hushed

discussing I didn’t mind as long as it brought them joy.

to play the role of a good host.

and merrily drove around town. The city was filled with laughter and

a lifetime of laughter.

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with Ivanna boldly declaring, “I told you it was over! Let’s see how she flaunts herself after

conversation. It wasn’t my place.