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.

asked, "Are you here to pick someone

the woman in front of me, only to see her smile and quietly

finally recognized

shushed me and quickly put her mask

you here to pick someone up?" she asked

to pick up a relative. And you?" I

see you, but I didn't expect to bump into you here. Looks like we really are fated to meet," Poppy joked. Goodness. Why would she

"Oh," I replied indifferently.

a long time since we caught up with each other!

dad will be back today too. I have something going on at home." quickly made up an excuse, otherwise she might

me say

back in secret. I wanted to hitch

I replied, "I'm sorry, but I'm afraid that can't happen today. We're in

I was sure she would manage to

didn't like to entertain anyone other than my family