Harmony asked, “Chloe, what exactly is your relationship with Atlas?”

Her sudden question didn’t surprise me. It was clear she wanted to uncover my connection with Atlas.

Stella had stirred Harmony’s anxiety, but this impulsive move was entirely hers.

Harmony was not stupid, but she was a klutz. Her question showed she doubted Stella’s manipulation.

Teasingly, I asked, “What do you think our relationship is?”

I avoided her question, knowing that provoking her was the only way to get her to stand up to Stella. I had promised Lauren that she could witness this drama unfold.

Then, I timidly said, “I never said he’s my boyfriend. I don’t have the guts for that!”

Maybe my words reassured Harmony, or perhaps it was because I didn’t confirm my relationship with Atlas. Either way, her expression relaxed.

“I only wanted to tell you about Atlas’s condition,” Harmony stammered, her confidence waning. “I heard that he’s been discharged and is back home.”

I wasn’t surprised. After all, I