Beyond the Divorce

"You didn't tell me anything about bringing your dad back. There must have been some complications, right?" Ryan asked as we walked.

"Forget it. It's not something I can explain in a few words. It was dangerous, and our lives were on the line. We managed to bring him out at the last moment, thanks to Atlas's meticulous plan. It wouldn't have been possible otherwise." It still scared me when I thought about it.

If Atlas hadn't brought Loak and his sister back, there would have been no chance of success at saving my father.

Ryan looked shocked and asked in disbelief, "Was it that bad?"

I nodded earnestly. "The entire rescue operation was challenging despite our careful plan. Involving Loak and Anya really made a difference. Atlas didn't overlook any details. If it weren't for them..."

I shook my head. "We probably wouldn't have found my dad."

"He really is a good leader," Ryan said.

As we entered the arrival hall, someone called out to me. "Mrs. Chloe!"

I looked around and saw a woman, fully disguised, walking up to me. I didn't recognize her.

and asked, "Are

looked at the woman in front of me, only to see her smile

I finally

immediately shushed me and quickly put her

here to pick

And you?" I looked

I didn't expect to bump into you here. Looks like we really are fated to meet," Poppy joked. Goodness. Why would she come see me? We weren't even that close

"Oh," I replied indifferently.

at Ryan beside me and continued, "It's been a long time since we caught up with each other! Actually, I called you a few days ago, but

today too. I have something going

me say that.

"I came back in secret. I

I'm afraid that can't happen today. We're in a hurry to

sure she would manage to come home

was big, but I didn't like to entertain anyone other than my family and friends at