Beyond the Divorce

I quickly entered their dressing room, which was neatly arranged with no clutter or signs of any books brought back.

I searched around hastily and then hurriedly left the dressing room. Time didn't allow me to continue searching. I needed to find my mom and ask her what my dad brought home. Exiting their room, I rushed to Rose's room since they were probably together.

I indeed found my mom with Rose, organizing something.

I immediately asked, "Mom! When you and Dad returned from Bibury, did you bring back any books?"

My mom turned to look at me, hesitatingly asking, "Why did you come back so early today? How's Oliver?"

"He's stabilized. He's out of intensive care now, and things seem to be fine. He just needs some rest," I responded absentmindedly. My mind was focused on the question I needed to ask her.

"Thank goodness. We were just discussing this matter with Mrs. Rose," my mom mumbled.

Anxious, I pressed on, "Mom? Did you bring back some books from Bibury?"

My mom looked at me with skepticism. "Your dad didn't bring any books with him. He was determined this time. Those chemistry books he had were all given away. Why do you ask?" My

didn't bring

"Chlo, what's going on? What are

you brought back when you returned. It suddenly crossed my mind, so I thought I'd ask," I replied, concealing

other delicacies for Mrs. Rose, there was nothing else,"

What are you both doing?" I asked edly. Truthfully, mal

They only gave

clothes.

you know." I finally found an excuse. "I was afraid that

came back a while ago." "Arnold is back?" I

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