Beyond the Divorce

The spontaneous remark from earlier might actually be the truth.

It seemed like my mom was hiding something from me.

I finished my meal calmly, spoke briefly to Grandma Rose, and went upstairs to change. I planned to check on Lauren and examine my arm later.

I tried calling Atlas on the way, but he didn't answer. I was puzzled. What could he be doing so early in the morning? I was worried that there might be news from Dylan. But it was unlikely, since only a short time had passed.

When I arrived at the hospital, I saw Lauren losing her temper. Only Lauren and Oliver were present in the ward. As I entered, I sensed an uncomfortable tension in the air.

A thermos was on the bedside table. Oliver had probably brought it here for Lauren.

Oliver stood by the bed, and Lauren seemed distant and cold. When she saw me, she seemed to breathe a sigh of relief.

I walked over, said hello to Oliver, and turned to Lauren. "How are you feeling today?"

"Not great," she replied coldly. "Help me see my guest out, Chlo."

I felt a little awkward. She was clearly giving Oliver the boot, and I was caught in the middle.

I gave him an apologetic look, but he ignored me and said, "Do you really have to be like this, Lauren?"

I've made things clear to you.

it'll get better with time. Talk to Mr. Oliver properly while I'll go check

excuse to leave and allow

should stay here today. Don't go anywhere." Lauren called me back, not giving me any

like when she wanted to stay by Oliver's side back then. Even though it meant facing criticism from the entire city,

any more time on me. I've done what I needed to do. From now on,

in the ward was oppressive, and

me another chance. Let me take care of you from now on. I owe it to you,"

let it go! The past is

about it, and I certainly don't want anyone bringing it

now I want a different life I'm tired and I don't want to walk the same

but her determination was

was the one taking care of you before this. You weren't born to care for

an awkward situation for me as I was

this, Lauren. I