Beyond the Divorce

Chapter 164

Chapter 164 Probing

Atlas became busy with work, and his calls and messages became less frequent. I felt lonely and

wondered if he had forgotten about me.

However, just when I’d feel doubt, he’d reach out as if ensuring I didn’t forget him, either. His sweet

gestures reminded me he was still present in my life.

Before I could set up a meeting with Lauren, she called and asked to meet me. We seemed to know each

other’s thoughts. I had to admit that she was capable and had thrived in the “strange circles” in Foswood.

She could dig up dirty little secrets about any VIPs in town.

Lauren had discovered that Echelon Group was currying favors with local bureaucrats to secure the

prized plot of land.

be their obedient lackey, and Melanie now led Ardora

Group to win as many contracts as possible.

to be a real

the original contractor for the development,

for the project,

over. It must be connected to Matthew, I

”

she said, “Let’s consider it as Matthew doing you a favor. He’s quite a fool, isn’t

substantial project from

Hartz Construction, thanks to Urban Builders. When it was announced as the bid winner,

vain to find

credit for it.” I looked at Lauren. “But you’re right. Matthew must be

investigating my ties to ATL

land in Operose.”

me a half–smile. “So, is something going on between you and

relationships are complex, okay?”

was

leader. If our relationship

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