Beyond the Divorce

Chapter 246 Mad Dog

Ryan and I turned to see where the sound came from and saw a few people hurrying back into the yard. We exchanged a smile, and he said, “Uh–oh, they caught us!”

I chuckled and playfully took his arm. “Let’s go home.”

Once inside the house, everyone acted as if nothing had happened. However, we knew they were curious.

Laughter and chatter filled the room once again.

Vacations always seemed to pass quickly because they were full of joy and laughter. Before we knew it, the vacation ended, and it was time to return to work. This time, we were swamped.

Ryan’s parents had returned to their small town with plans to reunite for the next celebration.

Ryan and I had developed a better understanding of each other. We had different roles this time: he was in charge of the projects, I handled the suppliers, and Grayson assisted Ryan with his projects and market

analysis.

I hadn’t received any news from Atlas in a while. I avoided thinking about him and ignored anything

deep down, I knew he was still in the background. I still carried the

1. me.

as long

to check my gallstones. I occasionally felt some discomfort, perhaps due to the meals that were too oily during

celebration.

space, and he had brought Melanie for her prenatal checkup. Melanie’s belly had grown significantly this time, and she hobbled

me. It was as if she feared I would steal him

dignified and attracting a few glances. His eyes were

and

for an opportunity to make eye contact with me

looking at him

appearance was unflattering, and I couldn’t help but question life. I wondered if

that when I was pregnant. After some thought, I knew I looked

unattractive without makeup. Her curly hair was despite her trendy

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from the rest in a crazy way. Melanie

on me the

for my appearance since my divorce. With Lauren in my life,

fashion had improved significantly. I looked refined and elegant in my fitted professional attire, neatly styled hair, and