Beyond the Divorce

His idea shocked me. "Are you saying we need to re-enter Bermuda?"

"Of course, that's why my approach to him is different," Atlas said.

I looked at Atlas, suddenly understanding why he had started by gradually easing into questions, wanting to alleviate the pressure on him.

"Is he reliable?" I asked with some concern.

"That depends on how we handle him. His parents died at the hands of Navi. With only the two of them relying on each other, this kid is quite unfortunate. At that time, he was only nine, and his sister was six. Strictly speaking, he's still a kid now," Atlas explained.

As Atlas spoke, I looked at his expression and suddenly understood his thoughts.

"I can empathize with his helplessness and unwillingness during that period, so I want to test him a bit. If he passes the test, I'll train him well."

Atlas's words were poignant, and I knew he wanted to say that he and Loak shared similar painful experiences. That was why he understood what Loak needed.

I involuntarily held Atlas's hand. He glanced back at me, tightening his grip.

Our minds connected, and he understood what I was thinking.

When we returned to Pleca Park, it was already 2 a.m.

was still riled up. If Loak's clues were

in the room, I felt drained and collapsed on the bed. Atlas helped me undress, and despite his amorous kisses, I was on the verge

still

words. This man always managed to turn the

I might have continued sleeping if it weren't for Carol's call waking

up. If

I received a call from Noah saying

date for Bourdamun had been confirmed. He wanted me to

and we scheduled for me to go to Bourdamun

handling the current matters, I called Atticus. What Lauren said was right. There were some things I needed to discuss with Atticus, especially regarding Matthew's case Adrian mentioned

would start soon.

was in the nearby city. Hearing my intention, he

and nodded. "Okay, I'll go over. I'll call you if I get

"Okay." Atticus hung up.

asking if there was anything special to handle today and telling her to