Beyond the Divorce by Third Blossom

I nodded. "I have no intention of making things difficult for you, Mr. Melvern. However, this is Tanum Corporation's current situation. Since you've candidly assessed the situation, you must also know that this is

the prerequisite for cooperation with Tanum Corporation."

"I do." Melvern stared at my face, his emotions unclear. "Currently, there's a pressing project. I would like Tanum Corporation to design a plan for it, and I believe you will be interested."

"Oh?" I intentionally expressed interest and asked, "Where is the project?"

Melvern's smile was intriguing. He paused briefly, then said, "In Rivendell."

I felt a sudden chill. Without thinking, I asked, "Rivendell?"

Melvern smiled triumphantly. "Yes, Rivendell! Have you heard of it, Ms. Chloe?"

I suddenly felt that I had overreacted.

"Yes," I responded to salvage my composure. "I heard rumors about a new development project in Rivendell but didn't pay much attention. After all, our current projects are in the consolidation process, and some are about to start. So, it slipped my mind. Is it true?"

skillfully shifted the focus, turning the tables. Deep down, I felt a bit nervous. Could he be

him assess it. I can

delegated this responsibility to Ryan because he was undoubtedly more

to Atticus privately about this

problem. Thank you,

and said, "Please wait a moment,

other end answered. I asked,

"Yes."

"I'm coming over."

him to follow me. Melvern stood up, buttoning his suit as

led him

stood beside me, very close. Suddenly, I caught a scent that felt

where I had smelled this fragrance. When Ryan answered,

warmly

guest. I quickly introduced the two, and they shook hands politely. I gave them a brief overview

mainly since I had discussed my visit