Beyond the Divorce by Third Blossom

To my surprise, it was Melvern.

He noticed me and walked toward me with a smile on his face.

"Ms. Chloe, what a coincidence. We meet again," he said, looking at me like an old friend.

"Mr. Melvern, hello." I nodded politely, wondering why he was there. However, I didn't ask.

"Are you heading out?" he asked casually, glancing at me.

"Yes, just stepping out for a bit." I smiled faintly. "Are you here for business?"

"Yes, I'm here to meet an old friend," he replied, seemingly carefree. "Which floor is your company on?"

"The 10th floor," I answered, but I didn't extend any courteous invitation for him to visit.

I was sure that if I did, he would show up at my door tomorrow.

"Ms. Chloe, could I invite you for a chat sometime when you're free? I have some questions I'd like to consult you about," he asked politely.

this was just

you are seeking,"

"However, I'd also like to have a

moment, the car sent by Atlas arrived at the entrance. I quickly said, "Sorry, Mr. Melvern, my ride's here, and I'm pressed for time. Let's chat another time! We

still probe into his

politely gestured. "That's settled, then. See you

like it. Still, I smiled apologetically at him and got

the rearview

arrived in Rivendell just around lunchtime.

and I had been here before during

to have recently had a haircut and looked a bit thinner. "Long time, no see!" I

I can't get out of so I couldn't make it back and had to trouble you." He

had been a while, but it felt like catching

ordered some specialties

We've known each other for so long but never sat down for a proper meal. We're finally doing it today Atticus said, pouring me a cup of tea. If you're

this meal long ago." I laughed, taking a sip of the tea he poured. "I've been quite busy

better?" He

it?" I asked