Beyond the Divorce

Chapter 302 Making the First Move

A wave of relief washed over me with Celine’s departure from Foswood. Maybe things would become more manageable for us to investigate. From a particular perspective, this was good news.

I asked Grayson to monitor the situation at ATL Empire. Celine leaving would have set things in motion. Even though Atlas was injured, the company had to keep going.

Then it struck me–Atlas’s home, the grand estate on the hills. It had been his private haven. I wondered if he might be there. After finishing my work at the company, I hopped in my car and headed for the estate.

The season was just right, with lush scenery to the south. This area was still considered on hold, and I noticed construction activity over at the scenic area. It indicated ATL Empire was developing it.

I turned onto the private road leading to the estate, and my heart began to race. I had a strong feeling that

my hunch was correct. In my eagerness, I hit the gas.

at the gate. Even after several honks, the gate would not open. I got out of the car and approached the guard at the

see Mr. Atlas.”

Mr. Atlas isn’t here,” he replied.

here were specially trained.

information from their expressions, but I couldn’t leave without trying. “Can I go in for a moment? I’m his friend, and I

miss, I can’t let you in if Mr. Atlas is not around. He

apologize, miss. Please come again when Mr. Atlas is back.”

pass the message to Mr. Atlas,” I

can’t stay here even if you’re a friend. Mr. Atlas is not

Please don’t make things difficult for us.”

I stared at the estate helplessly. It was

far away.