Beyond the Divorce

Chapter 6 Another Mrs. Murphy

I had only visited Tanum Corporation once when they first relocated to Galar Tower. Matthew took me there, and we rented an entire floor, which gave me a sense of accomplishment.

That day, he held me as we stood by the floor-to-ceiling window in his office and said affectionately, “Thank you for helping me and changing my life. Believe me, my love. It won’t be long before I give this building to you.”

I chuckled at his words. Now, he was about to tear it all apart.

When I entered the building, the young and attractive receptionist asked me which floor I was going to and who I was looking for. When I mentioned Matthew’s name, she gave me a quick once-over and said with a smile, “I’m sorry, madam. Mr. Murphy is not in. He went out with his wife.”

her answer still shocked me. I tightened my grip around my handbag, but my voice turned somewhat sharp despite my efforts to control my emotions. “What did you say? Are

Matthew Murphy of Tanum Corporation from the

who Matthew’s wife

back and clenched my teeth. Then I turned and left Galar Tower. I wanted to leave with dignity and hoped the receptionist

before asking, “Hey, John, is Matthew done with his meeting? I’ve been trying to call him, but he’s not picking up.

Tanum Corporation, so he would know if there was a meeting. Upon hearing my question, he seemed a little puzzled. “Meeting? There’s no meeting today, Mrs. Murphy.

managed to say before hanging up.

washed over me. My tense nerves collapsed, and I felt my knees buckle. It was like all my energy had dissipated, leaving me drained. My hand that

where he was. Was there even a need to ask? Even if I did, he would just lie to me again. I

Tower with another woman, making everyone believe the other woman was his wife. That woman could

was nowhere in sight. He resembled sand, slipping through my fingers. The more I tried to grasp him, the faster he slipped

out who this “Mrs. Murphy” really was.