Beyond the Divorce

Chapter 195 The Praises

However, before we reached Atticus, I spotted Maddox talking to an older man. I squeezed Ryan’s arm and said, “That man is Maddox O’Connell. Let me say hi to him first.”

I went over to him with a smile, and he recognized me immediately. “Good evening, Ms. Chloe.”

“It’s a pleasure to see you again, sir.” I maintained a respectful demeanor. “I haven’t had the chance to thank you for what you did that evening.”

Calling him “sir” instead of Mr. Maddox was a deliberate move on my part.

“Don’t mention it,” he replied. “Allow me to introduce you to Mr. Mercer

Cole.”

Only then did I realize the person he was speaking to was Atticus’s father.

“Nice to meet you, sir. I’m Chloe from Tanum Corporation.”

Mercer gave Maddox a puzzled look, surprised that he’d introduce someone like me to him. However, het soon laughed. “Oh, Tanum Corporation? You’re that young lady who founded it, huh?”

I smiled. I’m surprised that you’ve heard of us. We’re nobodies here.”

seemed to be in his 60s, but he was in great shape and sported a rosy complexion. His hearty laughter drew attention, and Maddox’s presence only added to

and made his way toward

young lady. Not to mention that this is a male–dominafed industry. You’ve done well.” Mercer then told

work.”

sure if Mercer was trying to impress Maddox.

business with integrity. I’m impressed,‘

flattered,” I responded, engaging in small talk with them

could join us, Ms. Chloe, Atticus said as he joined me by my side. “Dad,

Grandeur

work with her more often. Working with people of integrity can save us a lot of

always prioritize delivering quality.

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Mr. Mercer, that’s our goal as

“This young lady is going

laughed, too. “Everyone seems to be singing

only because I’m working with you, Mr. Atticus.” Laughter erupted,

was eager to impress the Coles.

commotion at the entrance. We turned around

and handsome, with his arm wrapped around Stella. She looked

an eye–catching couple. I couldn’t help but think miserably that they were