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.

gifted me as I sat in my office. I casually wrote his name on a piece of paper as I wondered how he was doing.

had arrived yet.

tempted to call him as I held my phone. However, I resisted the urge and was about to put down my phone when it rang. To my surprise, it was Damian on

Hello, Mr. Damian.”

finally starting the project! I hope this is the

was indeed the case. So, I replied, “Yes! It’s all thanks to your hard work, Mr Damian!

at The Cerulean, I’ll see you at

caught off guard. He

please do us

refuse. Initially, I was supposed to treat Damian to dinner, but he had taken the lead. I reluctantly

to have Carol accompany me to dinner instead of Ryan. Before leaving the office, I informed Ryan about the dinner, and he told

think I’m a child?

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

Is

introduced us to each other. One was Jett Emerson,

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

a group of men. After exchanging pleasantries with them, we took our seats. However, Damian hadn’t started the dinner yet, seemingly waiting

You’re finally here!”

help but clench my fists. I didn’t expect Matthew to show up, too. I must’ve

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

then.

exchanged greetings. Carol and I

kept my composure.

introduce you to Mr. Keegan Thompson. He’s

flattery as if that guy were some kind

was in his thirt

and noticed he was

most eye–catching thing about him. He had a

a white pocket square at the front. The suit might have looked good

him. Keegan looked

his hand, saying, “Ms. Chloe, I’ve heard so

I intended for a

grinned, “Dude, you had such a beautiful wife. Why’d you-

Um, Haha!”

laugh sent shivers down

beside Keegan and smiled knowingly. “Thanks,

still held onto my hand as he

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