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.”

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

and

a male–dominafed industry. You’ve done well.” Mercer then told Maddox, “She’s amazing. There aren’t many female bosses

work.”

if Mercer was trying to impress

business with

I responded, engaging in small talk with them before introducing

as he joined me by my side. “Dad,

at Grandeur Grove.”

more often. Working

Mercer said, looking at me. He added, “But we must always prioritize delivering quality. Echelon Group’s goal

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our goal as well,” I said

told Maddox, “This young lady is going places. You

seems to be singing your praises, Ms.

Atticus.” Laughter erupted, and those standing nearby

eager to impress

the entrance. We turned around to see Atticus

suave and handsome, with his arm wrapped around

I couldn’t help but think miserably that they