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?"

felt a bit nervous. Could he be eyeing Rivendell because it

him assess it. I can introduce you to Mr. Ryan. You can communicate directly with

he was undoubtedly more authoritative. Additionally, by doing so, I left

talk to Atticus

nodded. "No problem. Thank

up and said, "Please wait a

and someone on the other

"Yes."

"I'm coming over."

Melvern, indicating him to follow me.

led him to

very close. Suddenly, I caught a scent that felt familiar. I

this fragrance.

greeted me warmly as

politely. I gave them a brief overview

since I had discussed my visit to Rivendell with him