Beyond the Divorce

I scoffed.

"This isn't just being audacious—it's evil! Luckily, we got to her in time, and now she's okay.

Mom, just stay on Celestis Island for a while.

Once things are sorted out here, I'll pick you up!" I was worried they wouldn't feel comfortable there without familiar faces.

"It's perfect timing since Ava hasn't started school,” I reminded her, “You can spend more time together before she does.

If you need anything, just let me know!" "Mr.

Atlas has everything arranged already.

He had a bunch of daily necessities delivered early this morning, enough for a whole year." My mom's tone sounded cheerful.

"The air here is excellent.

Your dad loves it!" "That's great! I'm glad you're all enjoying it." My mom hung up the phone, thoroughly satisfied.

My heart felt more at ease, too.

Hearing Ava's laughter, I knew I didn't need to worry about her.

When 1 left, my mom wasn't in the best condition, but now she sounded incredibly pleased.

The climate there benefited my dad's health, so everyone was happy.

All of this made me even more reliant on Atlas.

I decided to give him a

that he found the time to call

Ivanna's situation that I forgot about

twice before

voice

what's up?" “Where are you?" I

miss me already? I'll be there right away!" Atlas turned the question back

you at the hospital? How's she doing?"

I quietly updated him on

what?"

were so

without you! Ava was so happy, laughing without

want to express your gratitude, show it through actions, not

very much, you know?" Words

of making

"You're so annoying.

on serious matters?" "Isn’t this serious? Do we still need to be thanking each other like this? One day, what's mine will be yours," he

I'm not going to talk to you

inside! “T couldn't handle

was

more, but when he turned cold,

take care of yourself, and I'll pick you up later!"'

quickly

not get the image of

As I entered the hospital room, I noticed Lauren