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.

still riled up. If Loak's clues were verified,

drained and collapsed on the bed. Atlas helped me undress, and despite his amorous kisses, I

laughed charmingly, quickly undressed, and embraced me. "Are you still thinking about doing things? I wasn't, but I can

words. This man always managed to turn the

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

the time, I reluctantly got up. If Ryan were here, I could

received a call

wanted me to

and we scheduled for me to go to Bourdamun

right. There were some things I needed to discuss

would start soon.

the nearby city. Hearing my

I'll call you if I get there, and

"Okay." Atticus hung up.

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