Beyond the Divorce by Third Blossom

Chapter 243 Alone in a Crowded Room

This New Year was unlike any other before. I stayed home, enjoying the joyful atmosphere family gathering filled with laughter and chatter. Little Ava became the center of attention.

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Even Ivanna joined us after just a few days away. Our family showcased their culinary skills, preparing their signature dishes and creating a festive atmosphere with bright lights in the yard.

During the day, I pretended to be carefree like everyone else, but at night, my thoughts couldn’t help but drift to that person. Had he left town? He hadn’t called, and I didn’t reach out. I wanted to test my self-

control.

Fortunately, I had Ivanna and Lauren to keep me company.

Ivanna quietly whispered, “Harmony seems to be fading. She’s been saying she spent Christmas overseas,

but it’s all a lie. She’s my artist. I know she worked on a shoot the whole time. Is Atlas getting tired of her?”

Lauren quickly nudged her and shot her a meaningful look.

I calmly responded, “It’s none of my concern. I’ve already decided to step back.”

hear that? We both need to pay close attention. Let’s

strong Wonder Woman’s heart

two of them burst into laughter while I silently cursed. My heartache was

pretty painful.

about him standing alone in the crowd, wondering if he missed the feeling of home during these festive seasons. The livelier

my mind

my strong–willed side reminded me that he didn’t celebrate the New

days and bustled about.

help him.

huddle together to talk in hushed tones.

they were discussing I didn’t mind as

play the role of a

town. The city was

lifetime

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Ivanna boldly declaring, “I told you

engage in their conversation.

response to Harmony’s call was less passionate than the