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.

office. I casually wrote his name on a piece of paper as I wondered how he was doing. Stella had told me he would return

arrived yet.

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

Hello, Mr. Damian.”

starting the project! I hope

that was 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!”

Let’s celebrate at The Cerulean, I’ll see you at

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

to invite me to dinner. He added, “Ms. Chloe, please do us the

it, I couldn’t refuse. Initially, I was supposed to treat Damian

me to dinner instead of Ryan. Before leaving the office, I informed Ryan about the dinner,

said, “Do you think I’m a child? It’s just a dinner. Is it

I sat in the backseat

Is

at the restaurant’s private room, I saw three other men besides Damian. He introduced us to each other. One was Jett Emerson, the head of Echelon Group’s development

the head of Echelon’s project department, and finally, someone from the city’s Building

quite awkward with me, a woman, among 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!”

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

divorce. On the contrary, his presence had haunted me

then.

greetings. Carol and I exchanged disdainful looks,

kept my composure.

Chloe, let me introduce you to Mr.

flattery as if that guy

was in his thirt

VIP and noticed he

was the most eye–catching thing about him. He had a pompadour

square at the front.

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

I’ve

I intended for a brief handshake, but he grasped my hand firmly

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

Um, Haha!”

laugh sent shivers

“Thanks, man! Just call her

Keegan still held onto my hand

at me again and said, “Ms. Chloe, it’s a pleasure and such