Beyond the Divorce by Third Blossom

Chapter 242 A Special New Year’s Day

Suddenly, I noticed a car parked outside the main door, and my heart skipped a beat. The soft night light.

I

in the room would show my silhouette, so I pulled the curtains and turned off the light.

I leaned against the window, straining to hear any sounds from outside. My eyes grew teary, and I cursed

myself for this display of emotion. Wasn’t it better for us to stay in our own worlds?

Only the faint sound of the car moving away could be heard, and a few tears escaped. I quickly pulled the curtains open and looked outside, but all I could see were the fading red tail lights disappearing from

view. My heart tightened.

to

He left even though it was late. He did not come in eagerly like he used to.

I

again and sat blankly on the bed. Eventually, I got under the covers and tried to

sleep.

noon the next day when I woke

to noon the next day, feeling refreshed. After getting ready, I

take care of before the holiday, and

everything to Ryan.

getting ready, I went downstairs to

to the market, and I teased, “You’re going to the market

celebration tomorrow?”

they’re selling. We’ll get a head start so we won’t be scrambling later. We can’t afford last–minute forgetfulness since more people will

they were genuinely happy. I knew they were

had been returned and appeared in good condition. This unexpected gesture touched my heart. They even replaced the seat cushion. The car had a pleasant scent, probably from excess perfume,

busy with preparations. Carol discussed the holiday duty schedule and financial reports with me. They showed that the

without a break, only finishing when it was time

+15 BONUS

to repay a portion of them first.