Beyond the Divorce

I glanced at Ivanna and then towards the staircase, whispering, "Bryon left a testament for Beatrice before he died. It's in my possession now." "...Oh?" Ivanna was somewhat shocked, staring at me with wide eyes and a gaping mouth. "Does Beatrice know?"

"Of course not! I can't possibly mention it to her now. I'll have to wait for the right moment." I whispered back.

Ivanna asked, "Did you listen to its contents?"

I shook my head, "No. It's private, how could I intrude? But I guess it can't be something bad, otherwise the police wouldn't have passed it on!"

"What's the use? He's already done it. What was he thinking when he laid hands on his daughter?" Ivanna was furious. "He..."

Just as Ivanna was about to say something, footsteps were heard from the staircase. Ivanna immediately held back what she was about to say.

Beatrice had changed into a light green shirt and white pants, looking elegant as she descended the stairs.

turned more angular, and her eyes appeared larger, though slightly

Ivanna exclaimed in surprise.

I'm not beautiful at

family's car and

as I started the car, my phone rang. I quickly took it out and glanced at the screen, sighing, "Poppy is really persistent. I don't

minor celebrity." I answered the call and said,

back, busy bee? Shall I come to pick you up?" Poppy said

smile, "Can't come back today. It was a last-minute decision. We have an

again?" Poppy seemed to be completely despairing. "You're really busy! What

grand opening of Arkadia Plaza in Gerby," I replied

from Poppy was apathetic as her voice faded. "Alright then, I'll