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!”

while looking at me. His

you say, Chloe?” His drunken eyes turned icy and intense. “What did you just

a loud crash in the quiet night. His demeanor was ice–cold, and he suddenly felt like

away. I didn’t understand what

from

do this? How

last words as he stomped out, slamming the door behind

a soft voice broke me out of my

“Mommy?”

looked at me with wide,

big, dark eyes blinked

a little careless and knocked the table over. Did I scare you?” |

a smile. “Go back to sleep!”

about him

you a cake tomorrow!” My voice choked. “Or, Mommy could bring you to meet

fell into a half–asleep, half–awake