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!”

him slowly rise while looking

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

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

trembling, I backed away. I didn’t understand what had

from

you to do this?

words as he stomped out,

voice broke me

“Mommy?”

She looked at me with wide, frightened eyes. I rushed to pick her

eyes

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

“Go back to sleep!”

him

back. How about this? I’ll buy you a cake tomorrow!”

a half–asleep, half–awake state.