Beyond the Divorce

I could sense Ivanna's frustration as she realized that Jared had left in a hurry without explaining anything to her.

"He left in a rush. I'll explain later. I should be in Bourdamun by tomorrow morning," I informed her. I quickly hung up and returned to Anson's side. He looked at me and said, "Go ahead and attend to your business."

I smiled and sat next to him again. "I should spend more time with you since Trinity's not around. I would have visited sooner if I hadn't been so busy."

We continued chatting until Atlas returned. After a brief conversation with Anson, we left.

In the car, Atlas instructed the driver, "Head straight to Bourdamun."

I wasn't surprised by his decision. The car quickly left the northern suburbs and entered the ring road. The afternoon of seemingly aimless chat with Anson had left me feeling strange.

Atlas took my hand. He seemed concerned. He asked, "Are you hungry? We can grab something to eat when we reach Bourdamun."

I replied, "Sure."

Noticing my distraction, he squeezed my hand and asked, "What are you thinking?"

I refocused and looked at Atlas seriously. "Trinity's disappearance seems a little suspicious,"

that?" Atlas

my head, "I can't pinpoint it yet, but I have a strong feeling about this. I think Anson wasn't telling the truth. His behavior seems completely different from last time. His urgency

Atlas finished my

at him, surprised.

Atlas nodded, "I do."

it?" I asked, "He knows Anson better

just playing along with Anson's plan," Atlas said

"Let's deal with Bourdamun first, then we can discuss this.

Since Grandma Rose was still at

was supposed to reach Bourdamun by

city was unusually lively today. Even the locals were excited.

felt proud, to be honest. They believed in me, and I was determined not to disappoint

The Bourdamon Hotel was

figures had arrived early It was the city's most prestigious hotel and a symbol of Bourdan un pride,

authorities had assigned us a team of