Beyond the Divorce by Third Blossom

Chapter 1513 Sense of Crisis Strikes

I checked the time before heading over to Atlas. He quickly caught on to my intention and pulled me closer, allowing me to whisper a few words to him. Nodding in understanding, he agreed.

I stepped out and instructed Tristan to wait for Atticus at the entrance. With a brief explanation about having some urgent matters to attend to, I left the villa.

Inside the main building, a spread of food and drinks awaited us. Taking a seat on the sofa, I awaited Atticus's arrival. Soon enough, Tristan hurried in with Atticus.

As Atticus approached, I noticed he seemed troubled.

"Chloe." He appeared somewhat weary as he sat down in front of me. It was the first time he addressed me by name, rather than as "Mrs. Chloe."

"When did you return?" I asked him, pouring a cup of tea and pushing it toward him.

Without hesitation, he took a sip of tea and leaned back on the sofa. "I just landed."

I couldn't help but wonder about the urgency of his visit.

"Chloe, I've come to ask for your help with something." Atticus said earnestly, sitting up straight.

"Go ahead," I responded, noting his serious demeanor.

for a moment, seemingly contemplating his words, before speaking

momentarily stunned, doubting

Group. You're the only one

mean?" I asked, feeling

can't guarantee its survival. The best plan is for you to take over, and the sooner you do, the better. It can't fall into anyone else's hands, and it's also beneficial for you," Atticus explained.

my offer, but time is running out," Atticus

to target Echelon Group?" I pressed for more

is making a move, but I'm sure there are others with them, although I can't identify them.

with the Tomlinson family. Could it be them? What was their motive

it's the Sunny family?" I asked Atticus.

this time, not Melvern.

Leonard?" I

him

you meet him?" I asked eagerly. After all, he didn't attend Mia's engagement, so

building on Celestis Island," Atticus said. "He was with

Mia's future father-in-law," I said

face. After a moment, he murmured, "It seems more

this? Leonard

seems..." Atticus leaned back on the sofa,