Beyond the Divorce

Chapter 187 He’s a Gem

A striking young man entered the room. He seemed confident and intelligent, while his charisma made him more manly than a typical marketing manager.

“This is Grayson Newell,” Atlas said, “He can meet all your needs. Of course, you’re still my woman–those needs are only for work–related matters.

His words made me flush. He always spoke so boldly before me. I mumbled, “What do you mean, your

woman?”

Grayson scratched his head and grinned, addressing me, “Ms. Chloe.”

I gazed at him and asked, “If I wanted you to investigate something, could you do it?”

Grayson glanced at Atlas, then replied, “Anything you want, including contracts.”

His confident response surprised me. It was audacious, but I liked it. Meanwhile, Atlas wasted no time

telling Grayson, “Start work tomorrow and obey Ms. Chloe’s instructions. You can go home now.”

“H–Hey, I still have some things to ask him!” I was interested in Grayson.

“Get out.” Atlas instructed Grayson in a low voice, then lowered his head to say to me, “Your time only

belongs to me now.”

“Yes, Mr. Atlas!” Grayson nodded and left in a hurry.

“Hey, what are you doing? I still have questions for him!” I protested, feeling disappointed. “Can you stop

being so overbearing all the time?”

of self–mockery in his smile. “It seems I’m not welcome

annoyed with his response. “You’re not unwelcome. You’re always too busy, so I can’t welcome you!

properly.”

at my place, and you still dare say you’re not welcome here? Then, Mr. Domineering, enlighten me on what I should do to make

and leaned closer, whispering,

you perv!” I turned around in frustration,

no place in your heart Fine I won’t bo

are you doing? If you’re

it’s reasonable.”

at me and spoke sharply, “Are you

I

“Have I ever said I hate you? You twisted my words. You didn’t call me when you’re back. Who’s the

who am I?

for so long without a word. Do you only find others important,

the time-

a kiss. He held me tightly, and

trying to argue with me? Didn’t I wait for you? I’ve

melted my heart’s doubts and grievances. I was still in a daze when he asked,

here or go home?”

replied, slightly shocked, “I want to

and took my hand to lead me out

ed in Grayson.

Atlas instructed Grayson in a low voice, then lowered his head to say to me, “Your

me

and left

what are you doing? I still have questions for him!”

overbearing all the time?”

self–mockery in his smile. “It seems I’m

was annoyed with his response. “You’re not unwelcome. You’re always too busy, so I

properly.”