Beyond the Divorce

Ivanna's revelations about Michelle's recent "job" truly surprised me.

"Really?" I asked in astonishment. "Back in our school days, she was always obsessed with vanity, constantly getting guys to buy her food. That part still rings true."

"And now," Ivanna continued, "she's hooked up with a rural entrepreneur that owns a fish farm."

Hearing Ivanna's words made me laugh hard. "So, was the fish pond you mentioned earlier true?"

Ivanna looked disdainful and rolled her eyes. "Of course! Would I lie? Whenever they're together, she organizes these class reunions. But people have complaints. And Michelle isn't the only one. I've heard there are several others."

I shook my head with a wry smile, somewhat nostalgic, and said, "She's a real warrior."

Ivanna exclaimed in frustration. "Exactly! Fearless even of diseases. It seems she targeted you today by arranging this gathering. She probably noticed you're doing well. So, she wanted to freeload off your generosity. Ugh... what a piece of work."

out, I noticed a car's headlights in the not-so-distant parking lot suddenly come on, heading toward the entrance.

said, "You go ahead.

you sure you're okay on your own? How about

motioned toward the approaching car and said, "Come on! He's here to pick you up. You better get going. Don't throw me

tomorrow morning, and we'll go for a checkup together. Drive carefully and head straight home.

sound like my mom." Ivanna waved dismissively. She walked away,

had mentioned he had a prior

the others had already followed. She stood next to me, looking down

haven't you left yet?"

Atlas's car arrived at the bottom of the stairs. He opened the car door

"Chloe, is