Beyond the Divorce

Chapter 180 The True Purpose of the Dinner

I ignored Matthew and looked at Keegan, saying, “Mr. Keegan, I appreciate your kindness. However, Tanum Corporation must be cautious when taking on projects, especially since we’re a small company. We can’t just take on any projects out of our capabilities.”

My words made Keegan laugh as he placed his arm on my shoulder. He lightly patted me and said,”

Hahaha! This lady is simply adorable!”

The others at the table joined in the laughter. Matthew wore an embarrassed expression and said, “My sweetheart has never been one to keep a low profile. Please don’t mind her.”

His tone suggested I was being stubborn.

Keegan’s hand remained on my shoulder, and he continued, “A woman with character! Most women would be ecstatic in this situation. Instead, Ms. Chloe remains dignified! I love experienced people like

her, especially women! Ms. Chloe, I feel I’ve made a friend today!”

Carol looked uncomfortable as she patted my leg quietly, trying to comfort me. I faintly smiled at her and raised my glass to say, “I’d like to thank everyone for your efforts in this project. I’m pleased to see it start

so smoothly.

and foremost, I want to thank Mr. Damian for considering Tanum Corporation and giving us this opportunity. The company will complete

you

contents of my glass. With Carol’s help, I freed myself from Keegan’s hand on my

commented, “Very well!”

for a second toast, seemingly following my lead. “As my sweetheart said,

the successful partnership with Echelon

words annoyed

her your sweetheart on such

called that?”

sat back and

your glass to thank Mr. Keegan, We’re going to need

the company, and I invited him over today.

continue if I didn’t leave. None of these people were sincere. They were here for a performance while the others watched, treating me

circus monkey.

smile. Keegan stared at me as if my smile had enchanted him. He would have pounced on me if the