Beyond the Divorce novel Chapter 55

Chapter 55 Someone to Entertain I wandered and found myself by the river again.

I had brought some wine and arranged for my mother–in- law to pick Ava up.

Then, I settled by the river to pour myself a drink.

I realized the company had become an empty shell, its sole purpose to fill the Murphys‘ wallet.

Meanwhile, I was empty–handed.

No wonder Melanie could taunt me so confidently.

Although I married into the family, I wasn’t part of their world.

Even now, Melanie and Matthew didn’t spare my meager possessions.

They would invade my space and commit vile acts on my bed whenever I was away.

I thought I was strong–willed at the Murphys‘ residence last night.

However, my repayment was a car for Melanie.

When I asked him to send my parents some money, he lashed out at Erica.

The more I thought about it, the more my heart ached.

It was like a stabbing pain suffocating my chest.

My phone kept ringing, and I didn’t know what I said when I answered.

I was starting to feel a little tipsy.

I saw the buildings across the river light up as night fell, but none shined for me.

I had nothing left.

I raised the wine bottle toward the lights, only to have someone swipe it away.

A low voice followed, Chloe Hartz.” I turned to look in a daze and saw the man who had witnessed my consistent misfortunes.

I shook my head and chuckled, saying, “How’d you know I was here? Did I leave something behind?” “Weren’t you in pain yesterday? Have you forgotten your doctor’s orders already?” Atlas scolded.

“Forget about doctor’s orders.

You’re a buzzkill.” I looked at him and tugged at his sleeve.

“Come on, join me for a drink.” I felt a little playful, likely from him interrupting my loneliness.

It was either that or my inner teenage girl was excited.