Beyond the Divorce

I was about to refute him when he interrupted me again.

"A project as large as the Bourdamun development landing in your hands, Chloe... Do you really believe it's not because of the Beringer family's influence? You're just lucky, that's all!"

"Why do I have to ask you to help smooth things over? Isn't that a bit too much?" He gave me the impression that I was obligated to charge into battle for him.

I angrily cut him off. "Put away your petty mindset! I was able to be in charge of Bourdamun because of my capabilities.

"I worked hard to build my qualifications. It's also because of my sincerity and perseverance in collaborating with ATL Empire to further Tanum's reputation. It's based on my hands-on approach, good quality, and reputation. No shortcuts... I despise those vile methods."

That was when I realized that Matthew hated this standing the most. It was unlike him, who cut corners and had an extremely poor reputation.

"That is enough!" He said, "Don't act all righteous. Could you honestly say you didn't use the Beringer family's influence? Could you easily bring down Martin from Bourdamun?"

I was momentarily stunned.

I had underestimated him. It seemed

paying attention to me, probably waiting for me to make a scene. I hadn't thought I would succeed,

to vent their frustration when they didn't see the drama

enjoyed

chest. Don't think I

to Arthur. And Arthur used you to get close to the Beringer family

"That's nonsense!" I retorted.

you think everyone is blind? Arthur used the power of

this by chance. His talk of chain

come to you again. Is that not enough? Just this once, as long as you help me take down Avalon

promise, from now on, I'll listen to you. Whatever you tell me to do, I will