Beyond the Divorce by Third Blossom

Chapter 1421 Covert Operations

He turned to me and said, "Why don't you go change and rest for a while? Dylan and I need to go out. We might not make it back for lunch, but I'll join you for dinner. After eating, you can take a nap until I return, okay?" "Sure," I replied meekly. I could sense that Atlas had important matters to attend to since we returned here.

He swiftly left with Dylan, and I watched their car disappear into the rain.

As expected, Atlas didn't return for lunch with me.

However, with Sandy and Iris keeping me company, I didn't feel lonely at all. In fact, I was quite content.

They entertained me with stories, although I couldn't recall any of the events they described. Still, I found their tales exciting.

To be honest, the more I learned, the more intrigued I became by the estate currently under Celine's control.

After lunch, Sandy suggested I take a short nap upstairs. I simply agreed and went back to my room.

I checked the time, and it was about 3 p.m. back home. After a moment's thought, I called Lauren.

She answered quickly and asked, "Are you doing okay?"

"Everything's fine."

grandfather?" Lauren inquired

a false

relief on the other end of

pondered for a moment before responding, "It

you mean?" Lauren

over Grandpa. Even if it was her idea to summon us back, it seems Grandpa didn't act according to her wishes." "Why do

letting Celine in. Although was also asked to leave,

we visited the Pierce

the day to Lauren truthfully. She had a sharp mind, and I enjoyed analyzing things with

If she wasn't nervous, it would

mean Grandpa

she's nervous, it means the old man hasn't completely lost

family home early

they talked about. I didn't press him for more details either," I

understandable why Atlas wouldn't tell you the whole truth. He couldn't bear to let you be worried," Lauren immediately explained, probably afraid I

Are you saying

Celine and Grandpa?"

seem so indifferent