Beyond the Divorce novel Chapter 652

My mom seemed to sense something off and anxiously asked, "Chlo, where are you? Why aren’t you home yet?"

Her tone was filled with worry.

I quickly looked out the window and realized it was already dusk, and the sky had dimmed.

I was amazed at how quickly time had flown by. Atlas and I had spent the entire afternoon together. Yet, it seemed like there were still many unanswered questions.

I composed myself and smiled into the phone, trying to sound relaxed. "Mom, I just finished a meeting at the office. Atlas happened to come and pick me up, and we'll be heading back soon."

"Oh, you're still at the office? I thought something happened to you." Her tone was skeptical.

"Oh, come on! What could happen at the office? Don't worry, I'm fine."

"That's good. Hurry back then," she said.

"Sure! I'll be home soon. Bye."

I ended the call hastily because I could no longer control my emotions.

Atlas had been watching me the whole time. Seeing my emotions getting stirred up, he gently lifted my chin, kissed my forehead, and wiped away my tears.

"Sweetheart, everything will be okay, hmm?"

Choking back tears, I said, "How am I going to face them? They've loved me all their lives, but I'm just an impostor! Atlas, why is all this happening? I want to know."

Atlas held me close. He cupped my head, allowing me to lean against his chest.

"Don't cry! Everything will get better, okay?"

I choked out, "My poor parents!"

He indulgently smiled. His tone lightened considerably. "You underestimate Grayson. Remember, the people I placed around you are top-notch. Grayson has the most exceptional investigative talent and is specially trained.

"All the information he obtained wasn't just from his subordinates. It involved his analysis and strategic direction. Even when finding you, he played a crucial role."

Atlas's revelation left me stunned. I hadn't expected the sunny and carefree Grayson to be such a skilled operative.

"He also participated in finding me? No wonder he knows me so well." I sincerely remarked, "He truly is my invaluable assistant."

"Of course. I'll give you nothing but the best," he declared, embracing me again. "You've suffered a lot."

Atlas tightened his arms around me, saying, "Now, go upstairs and freshen up. We'll head back to Pleca Park. I can't keep our parents waiting too long. They might start worrying."

The way he casually referred to my parents was something I had considered teasing him about before.

Still, at this moment, I didn't dare. Although they were just two simple words, they carried considerable weight for him and me.