Beyond the Divorce

"As long as it's not someone like Michelle," I said, laughing with a hint of distress. "You have no idea! She's been blocking me downstairs daily, and I have no clue what she's up to."

"Michelle does give off a vibe to avoid. You better keep your distance. Having her fixate on you can't lead to anything good."

With that, Theo stood up. "Chloe, I'll take my leave. Call me when you're back, and I'll arrange everything. Don't worry, they're all proper people."

"Are you really leaving?" I reluctantly stood up, feeling a bit unfulfilled.

Theo replied, "We'll have a proper chat when you're back. I won't waste your work time."

I escorted him to the elevator, and we agreed to meet again when he returned to the capital. It seemed that Theo was indeed a person who got things done, was straightforward, and had depth. After seeing Theo off, I called in Carol to ask about Michelle's visit in the morning.

Carol confirmed that she did come to visit the company. She stayed until everyone went for lunch, and only then did she leave.

I was certain she had another motive for seeking me out.

In the evening, returning to Pleca Park, Ava noticed my early return and rushed over. "Mommy, you came back so early! Did you take my advice?"

her advice? This kid was becoming quite

I nodded in agreement. "Yes! My daughter knows best. Of course, I should

glancing at Atlas. "Daddy, good job

put on a meek appearance. "Yes, I'll strive for

was instantly delighted, her

up at Atlas, she asked, "Daddy, do you want to go see Grandpa's trees with

realized it had been a long

already in the garden. When I returned

go upstairs to change clothes, we'll

"I'll follow you to

"Daddy, do you

called him "Daddy" was so

agreed. "But I

excitedly yelling for Jenny, ran to the kitchen. I saw her disappearing figure and said to Atlas, "It seems

Matthew, she used

completely changed. We could only get