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

was like getting my heart ripped

I sighed in relief at this golden opportunity. I answered the call and headed for the elevator, leaving Stella behind. I

call, “Ms.

worried she might

elevator’s down button. I feared Stella might follow me, so

“You’re my lucky star. Watch Stella

to leave

“Understood!”

reached the ground floor. I would see Atlas soon as long

As expected, I saw a black sedan under the steps when I exited the gate. I ran down the stairs and

car door.

“Mr.

driver said nothing more and drove off.

calm. The driver didn’t engage in small talk either. Instead, he simply sped toward Pleca Park. As we approached, the driver instructed me, “Ms. Chloe, some clothes are in

back seat. I reached for it and pulled

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

Instructed.