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?"

while observing her expression. Although pretty, she

stand me. "What

"Ms. Kimberly, your brother invited me here. Speaking that way isn't how you treat guests. You can be playful and willful at home but

one had ever dared to

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

could I possibly learn from her? Foswood is nothing! If she's as capable as you say, why'd she come to

remark made me want

me with a hint of gentleness. "Ignore

Mr. Martin. How about I consider what you've said and discuss it with my team leader? Business is business, and some things aren't solely up to me. We can discuss it again next time." I motioned to leave,

me frowning at

my

it and glanced at Martin. The former laughed awkwardly and said, "I'm sorry, Ms. Chloe. You can propose your conditions now Since we're cooperating,

propose her terms!" Kimberly forked a piece of meat and added, "Martin, are you interested in