Beyond the Divorce by Third Blossom

Chapter 111 The Appointment

Before Grace could reply, Melanie sat on the sofa’s armrest and put an arm around her. “My dad is visiting

his younger brother, so we decided to stay with you.”

What? Did she just say that they were also moving in?

Melanie gave me a smug look. “You see, we don’t get to spend much time with Chloe.”

I restrained my rage and acted aloof. “Gee, that’s so thoughtful of you.”

My dad stared at my face silently.

My mother seemed to sense that the mood was off. She tried to lighten it up, saying, “Mel, you’re looking

prettier by the day. Are you seeing anyone?”

Melanie announced shamelessly, “Yes, and we’re finally getting married after many years.”

I wanted to rip her tongue out.

us to

first on my

list!

looked at me as she chuckled tauntingly. Gritting my teeth, I silently swore

boyfriend’s ex–wife hadn’t been such a pain,” Melanie added. “I’ve known him since we were kids, and we were in love. But she kept

even swindled all

looked

hand,” Matthew said, as he emerged from the kitchen.

her head and shot me a smile. “I’m coming,

knew Matthew was trying to defuse the situation. Still, what was he thinking? Did he

Mel the way Grace had tolerated Henry’s

messed–up

I quickly glanced at it. Atlas was calling

the kitchen and slipped outside to answer.

you?

when

said, “Meet me at our usual spot.

gripped my phone, taken aback by the short notice. 20

Atlas must have returned to Foswood.

the wish

her car since getting a cab outside the gated community would take