Beyond the Divorce by Third Blossom

I stared at the women. "Apologize right now," I commanded coldly.

It was evident that the tall woman was stubborn and had a knack for being unruly, just like Liora. She decided to step forward as she saw the situation turning against her and my relentless demand for an apology.

"Since our agreements have been terminated, why should I apologize? Did I say anything wrong?" she retorted defiantly.

I took a step closer, gazing directly at her. "No apology, huh?" I said, coldly.

One of the men who had pleaded with Atlas suddenly turned to her and scolded, "Katie Finch, apologize!" The woman's face darkened even more, "Why..." I slapped her hard without hesitation. Then, I looked at her calmly and said, "Since you won't apologize, consider that repayment for the slap earlier. I hope you'll pay more attention to your behavior in the future. You shouldn't mess with speople. You can leave now." After that, I returned to Lauren's side, saying, "You don't need to show those kind of people mercy next time, Lauren. If someone provokes you, you should fight back." The men were still pleading and bowing, but they were dismissed and escorted out.

I've seen many people like that. I'm used to it. I've thought about

slightly as she said, "Thank you, Mr. Oliver." Oliver did not look happy as he examined Lauren's face. He softly asked, "Do

retreated. There was juicy gossip here, but everyone

this in Foswood for the past six months. After Oliver's wife passed away, Lauren had suddenly disappeared. Speculations andrumors circulated, and today was

had left Oliver's side. Even those who were more oblivious guessed that something was amiss. Either Lauren had been dumped, or she left because Oliver hadn't given her

did not dare challenge people like Atlas and Oliver, because that would

So, they dispersed.

Oliver, but you shouldn't do that again. I'll face these rumors myself. They are not wrong. Their words might hurt me, but the facts are true."