Beyond the Divorce

The car sped through the streets, and I had no idea where we were heading. But with Atlas by my side, I felt reassured. As long as he was with me, I wasn't afraid, even if we were at the ends of the earth. After about 40 minutes, the car stopped in front of a house, and we all got out.

The warm air here was no different from Foswood, making me feel at ease. If it weren't for the different house and garden, I would have thought we were back at Pleca Park. Atlas held my hand as we walked in.

An elderly woman came out to greet us, exclaiming, "Mr. Atlas, you're finally back!"

The woman welcomed him with open arms, and he strode over and embraced her while I stood by, feeling a bit awkward.

The old lady seemed ecstatic, patting his back and tearing up. "It's been so long since I've seen you."

Atlas didn't rush to pull away from her embrace, letting her pat his back. It was clear they shared a special bond, and the old lady had deep affection for Atlas.

Finally, Atlas stood up and said to the old lady, "Guess who I brought back with me."

lady was surprised to notice me standing

at me with warm eyes, scrutinizing me from head to toe. Suddenly, a glimmer of recognition

a child. "Your eyesight is as sharp as ever! You haven't aged

"Oh my. Who's getting old? How could I age when I still need to take care of

but you're becoming more beautiful. You're different from when you were a child, but still so beautiful! Mr. Atlas, how did you find her?" Feeling a bit embarrassed, I glanced at Atlas, feeling a bit at a

a squeeze. Then she opened her arms slowly, and I awkwardly let her pull me into

back like she did to Atlas

voice was filled with excitement, "It's really you.

confirmed she's Stella yourself, right?" Atlas asked

finally let go of me, but her eyes still lingered

seemed to notice my unease

lost her childhood memories, so she doesn't