Beyond the Divorce by Third Blossom

Chapter 215 Infuriated

Those distant lights instantly Illuminated my entire world. My heart leaped with joy, and I rushed downstairs, fumbling to put the dishes in the microwave. The excitement made my hands tremble.

Iran to the bathroom to check my appearance and look my best for Atlas. I wanted him to know I’d always be there for him. More than anything, I hoped we could celebrate his birthdays together from now

1. on.

Finally, the door was pushed open. I eagerly said, “You’re back!”

Atlas seemed disoriented and was surprised to see me. He pulled me into his arms. “Why are you still

awake?”

The air smelled strongly of alcohol. I’d never seen him drink this much before.

I quickly led him to the dining table. When he was seated, I lit the birthday candles and said, “Happy birthday! I hope every day will be as wonderful as today! Make a wish!”

saw him slowly rise while looking at me.

turned

His demeanor was ice–cold, and he suddenly felt like a stranger. I never thought I’d be

I backed away. I didn’t understand what had happened. What had triggered such a

from

this? How could you

were his last words as he stomped out,

soft voice broke

“Mommy?”

see Ava, her small figure crouched by the staircase. She looked at me with wide, frightened eyes.

big, dark eyes blinked sleepily. “Mommy…”

little careless and

a smile. “Go back to sleep!”

forgotten about him and

about this? I’ll buy you a cake tomorrow!” My voice choked. “Or, Mommy could bring

quickly fell into a half–asleep, half–awake state.