Beyond the Divorce

Chapter 318 Secret Arrangement

I froze and clenched my teeth, inwardly cursing. I turned to see Stella, who had just come out with me. I could just tear her apart with my gaze.

“Why are you leaving so soon?” She seemed to have seen through my intentions. She strolled toward me and scrutinized me with an intentional air of confrontation. I realized how much she loved trouble.

She asked, “What’s the rush? Why are you so frantic and disoriented?”

“You seem quite attentive to notice such a thing.” I feigned shock. Still, I steadied myself and said half truthfully, “Yeah, I’m in a rush. What’s wrong? Do you need something?”

The more anxious I became, the more she squinted at me. The sinister glint in her gaze made me uneasy, but I couldn’t afford to lose my composure. I had to maintain my dominance, even just for appearances.

“Quick, speak up. I can’t stay long.” I didn’t hide my impatience. After all, five minutes had already passed

since I saw Atticus.

I never realized how short forty minutes could be. Every wasted minute meant I would have less time

getting my heart ripped

call and headed for the elevator, leaving Stella behind. I deliberately raised my voice, “Don’t worry, I’ll be there

sounded on the other end of the call, “Ms.

was worried she might trouble

the elevator’s down button. I feared Stella might follow me, so I glanced toward her, but she hadn’t

inside the elevator, I told Carol, “You’re my lucky star. Watch Stella and try to stall

to

“Understood!”

floor. I would see Atlas soon as

sedan under the steps when I exited

car door.

inside, I confirmed, “Mr. Nick

nothing more and drove

keep calm. The driver didn’t engage in small talk either. Instead, he simply sped toward Pleca Park.

glanced back and found a bag on the back seat. I reached for it and pulled out a

You’ll need to follow the doctor’s car to enter

Instructed.