Beyond the Divorce

I was at a loss as I looked at Kimberly, mainly because I had never dealt with someone like her. I initially thought Trinity would match Kimberly's description. However, I realized Trinity was much more

sophisticated than what I had imagined after the real showdown.

The woman before me was an actual troublemaker. She noticed me lost in my thoughts and tapped her spoon on my plate, saying, "I'm talking about you! Stop looking so indifferent!" "Kim!" Martin reprimanded her.

Kimberly rolled her eyes and pursed her lips before continuing to eat.

Jake intervened, "The dishes are finally here, Ms. Chloe. Please, have some."

Martin put aside his act and said, "Ms. Chloe, let's talk while we eat."

I glanced at Kimberly, and no longer had an appetite. It felt like I would be eating someone else's leftovers. I calmly said, "I'm sorry, everyone, but I don't have much of an appetite. Please proceed with eating."

My words offended Kimberly. She stared at me and asked, "What do you mean by that? Is it because you think we're not qualified to eat with you? How dare you say you don't have an appetite?"

expression. Although pretty, she unfortunately looked

could no longer stand me.

me here. Speaking that way isn't how you treat guests. You can be playful and willful

had ever dared

Jake was quick to react, saying, "Kim, I hope you've learned your lesson. Ms. Chloe is a prominent figure in Foswood, so you should learn

as capable as you say, why'd she come to Bourdamun? She might

me

hint of gentleness.

it with my team leader? Business is business, and some things aren't solely up to me. We can discuss it again

me

on my shoulder,

sorry, Ms. Chloe. You can propose

her terms!" Kimberly forked a piece of meat and added, "Martin, are