Beyond the Divorce

I supported her, since she still seemed fragile. Finn quickly stepped forward, stooped down, and lifted her. She was startled and looked at me in panic, shouting, "Chlo..."

I hurriedly approached and held her hand, "Don't be nervous. He carried you out to save you. Don't worry. You can trust him!"

Beatrice seemed a little reluctant to look at Finn. He had already started to step outside.

The dishes were set in the dining room, and Atlas came downstairs.

When Atlas saw Finn place Beatrice at the dining table, he walked over slowly, looked at me, and gently said, "Not bad. I believe you'll recover soon."

Beatrice stared at Atlas, but it was with a kind of unfamiliarity and speculation, not the usual greed and longing that women had when looking at Atlas.

I quickly smiled at Beatrice and said, "Beatrice, this is my husband, Atlas. A lot has happened in my life during these ten years. I'll slowly tell you what happened. You need to get well soon."

Beatrice nodded, then smiled slightly at Atlas. "Alright. You tell me everything."

We all quickly took our seats and called over the doctors and nurses to eat together.

Lauren was probably still asleep. I didn't get anyone to wake her up. She had been tired these days, and it was rare for her to have a quiet and good night's sleep.

felt content as I watched Atlas

seen Atlas with so many outsiders all sitting at

Fortunately, he appeared relaxed.

a bath. The doctor thought for a moment and nodded, "Not for too long.

excessive contact and avoid prolonged exposure to water. I'll change Ms. Chandler's dressing right after she's done bathing," the doctor said. "Use warm water for the

quickly nodded. We would let her use the bathtub and keep her feet

me Beatrice Chandler from now on?" Beatrice said determinedly. "I'm not & Chandler. I'm a Keller. The Chandler surname is a disgrace. I'm going to apply for a

everyone, saying,

I'm all for it," Finn agreed. "I'll help you

eyes carried a hint of

took care of the bathing arrangements before leaving the

had just woken up. Stretching lazily, she said, "I

fell on Beatrice sitting on the bed, she visibly brightened

help me

wash away all the bad luck. From

at Lauren's departing figure,