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.”

at Lauren and whispered, “Did you hear that? We both need to

strong Wonder

burst into laughter while I silently cursed.

was pretty

the feeling of home during these festive seasons. The livelier it was here, the more my heart ached, and his image

my mind

questioned if he was the person I imagined, which caused me pain. However, my strong–willed side reminded me that he didn’t

past few days and bustled about. I felt guilty and often

help him.

elders, who would huddle together to talk in hushed tones. Even

knew what they were discussing I didn’t mind as long as it brought

I had to play the role of a good host.

drove around town. The city was filled

a lifetime of

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Lauren would sometimes gossip, with Ivanna boldly declaring, “I told you it was over! Let’s see how she

their conversation. It wasn’t my

Harmony’s call was less passionate than the