Beyond the Divorce by Third Blossom

Chapter 179 The CEO’s Brother–In–Law

Suddenly, the door swung open. Damian smiled widely and greeted the newcomers, “Mr. Matthew, Mr. Chapter 178 The Determining Meal

I figured someone like Melanie wouldn’t understand the situation’s deeper layers. It would be pointless,

even if I asked her.

“All right, who told me doesn’t matter, Mrs. Melanie. That’s not something you would know

anyway.

If you

rant to keep s

something a secret, you shouldn’t tell anyone else about it. Leave and tell your brother!

appreciate his efforts. He should focus on securing his alliances better.”

I didn’t want to waste any more time and turned to leave. After some much–needed sleep, my mind felt

sharper.

“Stop right there, Chloe! If you dare seduce Matthew again, you’ll get it from me!” she shouted at my back,

unwilling to let it go.

“Don’t worry! I have no interest in your crap!” I replied loudly, waving without looking back while walking

into the elevator.

Melanie was still cursing at me from a distance as the elevator doors closed.

Meanwhile, I felt foolish and ashamed for even liking someone like Matthew. He was just a rat in the

gutter who had some good days but now thought he was the king of the jungle. It seemed I couldn’t

ignore that cunning scumbag.

I thought Lauren was right in saying Matthew was disgusting.

I understood Melanie entirely. She wasn’t just angry about me getting the contract but was more upset

that Matthew had “helped” me. I was a thorn in her side.

piece of paper as I wondered how he was doing.

had arrived yet.

put down my phone when it rang. To my surprise, it was Damian on the

Hello, Mr. Damian.”

“We’re finally starting the project! I hope this is the beginning of a successful

indeed the case. So, I replied, “Yes! It’s all thanks to your hard work, Mr Damian! I must treat you to a celebratory meal soon!”

at The Cerulean, I’ll see

somewhat caught off guard. He seemed well–prepared and had taken

to dinner. He added, “Ms. Chloe, please do

couldn’t refuse. Initially, I was supposed to treat Damian to dinner, but he

to balance the situation. I decided to have Carol accompany me to dinner instead of Ryan. Before leaving the office, I

“Do you think I’m a child? It’s just a dinner. Is it that big of a deal?”

office together. She had offered to drive, so I sat in the backseat to relax. I was surprised she was pretty good at driving

Is

saw three other men besides Damian. He introduced us to each other. One was Jett Emerson, the

was Beckett Grand, the head of Echelon’s project department, and finally, someone from the city’s

me, a woman, among a group of men. After exchanging pleasantries with them, we took our seats. However,

finally

fists. I didn’t expect Matthew to show up, too. I must’ve jinxed

hoped to never see him again after our divorce. On the contrary, his presence

then.

everyone exchanged greetings. Carol and I exchanged disdainful

kept my composure.

you to Mr. Keegan Thompson. He’s our CEO’s brother–in–law,”

He did it with such flattery as

he was in

the so–called VIP and noticed he was tall and

He had a pompadour gelled to keep its shape.

royal blue suit with a white pocket square at the front. The suit

was far from flattering on him. Keegan looked at me with his unpleasant eyes and

I’ve

intended for a brief handshake, but he grasped my

he turned to Matthew and grinned, “Dude, you had such a beautiful

Um, Haha!”

sent shivers down

stood beside Keegan and smiled knowingly. “Thanks, man! Just call her Mrs.

wife anymore!” Keegan still held onto my hand as he spoke.

“Ms. Chloe, it’s a pleasure and such a delight to meet you. It seems fate has