Chapter 133 What Are We?
The words were tantalizing, but who did he spend time with today? The thought made me chuckle bitterly.
What right did I have to interfere with his choice of company? How often had I been oblivious to that?
How could I possibly know?
“Why are you laughing?” His patience was wearing thin.
“Enough, Mr. Atlas. I wouldn’t dare ask you to keep me company.” I pouted. “A mere commoner like
myself wouldn’t dare!”
Truly, I wouldn’t dare. He wasn’t mine to claim, and I had to give myself a reality check. I was recently
divorced and involved in legal disputes.
What right did I have to compete with anyone? Thinking about our relationship left me even more
perplexed. Who was I to him?
Still, seeing him with another woman caused me unexpected pain.
Did my feelings grow too fast? Had I rushed from one chapter of my life into the next? I felt heartless.
Atlas asked, “Why the sudden silence?”
“What would be appropriate for us to talk about?” I asked softly, looking at him.
“Ask whatever you want!”
I shrugged, flashing a smile. “I have nothing to ask!”
Deep down, I believed I had no right to ask. It would only invite unnecessary trouble.
He had already figured out what I was thinking. “Your pride is too high! You’re overthinking. That girl is my
cousin!”
“I didn’t want to know. That’s your business! I have no right to intrude,” I said, feeling a weight lift off my
shoulders.
That woman’s gaze still bothered me. Why did she look so curious when we were strangers? It was as if
I was at a loss. What did it all mean?
“It’s nothing. I’m… tired! I’d like to go back.”
His gaze peered into my soul, and I said, “Don’t look at me like I’m a criminal.”
Atlas grinned, then leaned down to peck me on the lips. “Say what you’re thinking next time. Don’t
torment yourself.”
I stood there, stunned. Seeing my subdued mood, he said, “If you want to go home, I’ll take you.”
His offer to drive me home surprised me. Why did I feel reluctant? I quickly stood up, feigning ant
eagerness to get home. 1
Now that things were clear, I was pleased. After all, she was just his cousin. However, this cousin had opened up a whole new understanding of Atlas for me.
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