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, and Maddox’s presence

Atticus quickly turned and made his way toward

mention that this is a male–dominafed industry. You’ve done well.” Mercer then told Maddox, “She’s amazing.

work.”

sure if Mercer was trying to impress

conducts her business with integrity. I’m impressed,‘ Maddox replied.

responded, engaging in small talk with them

as he

at Grandeur

You should work with her more often. Working with people of integrity

looking at me. He added, “But we must always prioritize delivering

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Mercer, that’s our goal as well,”

is going places. You can take my

laughed, too. “Everyone seems to be singing your praises, Ms.

with you, Mr. Atticus.” Laughter erupted, and those standing nearby

was eager to impress the

the entrance. We turned around to see Atticus walking

his

couple. I couldn’t