Beyond the Divorce

When we entered the courtyard, I discovered it was surprisingly large and elegantly designed. Despite its appearance from the outside, the courtyard inside resembled a palace. It was complete with pavilions,

towers, and gardens.

I whispered to Ardie, "This place is so beautiful, like a palace."

His eyes lit up as he looked at me. "You're smart. This was originally a palace that was purchased by someone who treated it as a cultural relic. He spent a considerable amount each year to preserve its beauty."

I sighed, "No wonder it's so beautiful. The preservation efforts are impressive."

Ardie chuckled. "Exactly. This place is not open to the public. Very few people can enter."

This made me even more careful, following him closely and observing every detail. After all, who knew if I would have the chance to come here again?

Ardie led me to a small courtyard within the larger compound, and the interior decoration perfectly matched the overall style of the courtyard.

As we entered a room, a tall screen concealed the interior. Upon entering, I realized that the room had its own charm. Archie, along with four gentlemen, was leisurely drinking tea and chatting. They were dressed quite modestly. Glancing around, they didn't look like prominent figures but more like ordinary people, maybe even farmers. Among them was an elderly man, and they were all engaged in a lively conversation with him.

As we walked in together, Archie smiled and said, "My son and daughter have arrived."

The others turned their heads to look at us, their gaze focusing on me. I quickly walked over, saying, "Dad."

In the presence of strangers, I addressed Archie as "Dad," showing more respect.C0ntent © 2024 (N/ô)velDrama.Org.

"Archie, where did you find such a pretty girl for a daughter?" the others asked as they approached us, scrutinizing me from head to toe. Archie burst into laughter. "Indeed, the Beringer family has been missing a girl like her. It seems she's been found after all these years."

Two gentlemen, approximately Archie's age, quickly inquired, "What's going on?"

"This is the girl Atlas has been looking for," Archie explained.

I realized that these individuals also knew Atlas, creating a sense of familiarity.

Archie continued, "The young man's efforts have finally paid off. He found her with perseverance and the blessings from above."

"Ah? He really found her?" The two men expressed astonishment and then turned their gaze to me.

Archie nodded earnestly and said, "Yes, this kid is lucky. She's still alive."

The elderly man who had sat there motionless, his bright eyes fixed on me, had not taken part in their conversation.

Archie quickly led me to him, introducing, "Chloe, this is Mr. Gordon. He once saved my life."

I quickly greeted, "Mr. Gordon, hello."

Mr. Gordon had silver hair but a youthful appearance, was slender in stature, and had a face in excellent condition. His sharp eyes gleamed with wisdom. I met his gaze directly. en.swhovels.net

He suddenly smiled and said, "A pure-hearted young lady. Archie, she's not bad."

With his approval, Archie seemed

even more delighted, "Anyone who can be my daughter must have such qualities. Beautiful on the outside and

a clean heart on the inside

He quickly introduced the other two elderly man, Jason and Robin.

Honestly, these three gave me a strange feeling. They felt both familiar and unfamiliar-familiar because they knew Atlas, unfamiliar because I had no idea about their occupations. Archie didn't provide me with detailed introductions.

Before everyone took their seats, Gordon's next move surprised me a bit.