Beyond the Divorce

Ryan and Hana were reviewing the design drawings when I arrived at the company. When he saw me enter the room, Ryan instructed Hana, "Make the modifications and send this to the Design Division for

review."

Hana agreed and quickly left.

I looked at Ryan. "The notice was issued today? That means Liora already knows she's out of the game. Then..."

Before I could finish my sentence, the phone rang again. I checked the screen. It was Matthew. I instantly realized that Matthew had already found out. It seemed like news had spread fast.

I answered the call. Matthew sounded very excited. "I didn't misjudge you, Chloe. You really did pull this off."

I knew what he was talking about, but I couldn't admit to it.

"What do you mean? What's going on? Can you explain?" I pretended not to understand.

"Oh, don't play dumb. You pulled off the Avalon Hills deal, didn't you?" He continued delightedly. "Let me tell you, Liora is furious right now. She's calling for help all over the place."

"What are you trying to say? What happened?" I questioned further.

"Didn't you mess up the signing of the Avalon Hills contract?" Matthew seemed a little surprised. "Liora delayed the signing, and now things have fallen apart."

did this happen?" I continued my act. "Didn't you bribe the right channels and

want this

forget about that already? Do you really think I'd help you get the project?" I berated him. "Oh.

help to win a project? Please. I've already helped you get out of trouble, so handle the rest yourself! I'm helping you take care of your mother, raise your child, and now I have to care for your business? What are you thinking? Melanie slapped me, and there'll

tossed my phone onto the table, muttering,

at me.

Hills project and handle it under Ardora," I

I was speaking, Ryan, who was looking at the computer,

That was quick," I said, as I ran to the computer and looked at

was like a gift especially for us. I looked at Ryan and smiled. "This will be great for our development,

smiled warmly. "Looks like Liora was asking for trouble.

intentions should get

"Let's prepare the documents

engage in a battle without

to

acknowledge us." Ryan looked at me. "Call a meeting with

right away. You organize the documents first," I said. I returned to my office, calling in