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.”

that? We both need to

Wonder Woman’s heart is.”

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

was pretty

about him standing alone in the crowd, wondering if he missed the feeling of home during

my mind

I imagined, which caused me pain. However, my strong–willed side reminded me

few days and bustled about. I felt guilty and often reached out

help him.

huddle together to talk in hushed tones. Even without

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

had to play the role of a good

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would sometimes gossip, with Ivanna boldly declaring, “I told

didn’t engage in their conversation. It wasn’t

in–person response to Harmony’s call was less passionate than the rumors claimed.