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.

approached me and asked, "Are you here to pick

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

finally recognized

me and quickly put her

pick someone up?"

relative. And you?" I looked her

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 to

"Oh," I replied indifferently.

and continued, "It's been a long time since we caught up with each other!

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

I expected, she looked disappointed when she heard me say that. "Oh, I see. I

she still said, "I came back in secret. I wanted to hitch

light smile, I replied, "I'm sorry, but I'm afraid that can't

idea because I was sure she would manage to come

like to entertain anyone other