Beyond the Divorce

Chapter 264 Another Thorn in the Side

I hung up and quickly got ready before heading downstairs. Ava had already left.

Just as I was about to have lunch, I got a call from Carol informing me that Eleanor was waiting for me in the office. I promptly let her know that I would be on my way.

Grabbing my bag. I hurried towards the door. My mom had just returned from the grocery store after

seeing Ava off.

Seeing me heading out, she asked, “Have you had lunch?”

“Not yet. I’ll grab something at the office. A client is coming, and we’ll have lunch together.” I explained hurriedly and left.

When I entered my office, I saw that Carol was keeping Eleanor company.

Eleanor quickly stood up and greeted me awkwardly as I came in, Ms. Chloe.”

I smiled. “I’m sorry to have kept you waiting. It was my daughter’s birthday yesterday, and we stayed up late, so I overslept! I explained.

I

the time. It was still too early

Chloe, I took a look around your office earlier.

her unease.

Please, have a

properly. “This whole thing was very embarrassing, and I wanted to say sorry to you in person,” Eleanor said, her voice tinged with

This was beyond

a friend like you, with whom I click right away. It’s just a shame we live so far apart. It would be wonderful if we were in

moment of consideration, I took her hand and whispered,

she looked at me. I laughed and led her out of the office, telling Carol to call me if anything

urgent popped up

her to Crowne Square, where Arkadia Plaza had a beauty spa. Lauren had recommended this place Averal times and gifted me a membership card However, I hadn’t found the time to visit.

treat Eleanor

were packed with people. We were greeted by

no wonder that so many women frequented this place. The pleasant fragrances filled the air,

familiar voice entering the spa. I turned and made eye contact with a

was none other

I went,