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.”

shape and sported a rosy complexion. His hearty laughter drew attention,

our interaction, Atticus quickly turned and made his way toward us.

done well.” Mercer then told Maddox, “She’s amazing. There

work.”

Mercer was

she conducts her business with integrity.

responded, engaging in small

could join us, Ms. Chloe, Atticus said as he joined me

Grandeur

often. Working with people

me. He added, “But we must always prioritize

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Mr. Mercer, that’s our goal as well,” I said

and told Maddox, “This young lady is going places. You can take my

to be singing your praises,

with you, Mr. Atticus.” Laughter

conversation. Everyone was eager to impress

the entrance. We turned

with his arm

couple. I couldn’t help but think miserably