Beyond the Divorce

To my surprise, it was Melvern.

He noticed me and walked toward me with a smile on his face.

"Ms. Chloe, what a coincidence. We meet again," he said, looking at me like an old friend.

"Mr. Melvern, hello." I nodded politely, wondering why he was there. However, I didn't ask.

"Are you heading out?" he asked casually, glancing at me.

"Yes, just stepping out for a bit." I smiled faintly. "Are you here for business?"

"Yes, I'm here to meet an old friend," he replied, seemingly carefree. "Which floor is your company on?"

"The 10th floor," I answered, but I didn't extend any courteous invitation for him to visit.

I was sure that if I did, he would show up at my door tomorrow.

"Ms. Chloe, could I invite you for a chat sometime when you're free? I have some questions I'd like to consult you about," he asked politely.

I knew that this was just an excuse.

courteous. I wonder which aspect of knowledge you are seeking," I replied distantly. This guy was

and said, "However, I'd also like to

Melvern, my ride's here, and I'm pressed for time. Let's chat another time! We

I could still probe into

hurry, he politely gestured. "That's

seemed to be seizing an opportunity, but I didn't quite like it. Still, I smiled apologetically at him and got into

in the rearview mirror,

and arrived in Rivendell just around

upscale restaurant in Rivendell, and I had been

seemed to have recently had a haircut and looked a bit

I can't get out of so I couldn't make it back and had to trouble you." He smiled,

but it felt like catching up

some specialties

We're finally doing it today Atticus said, pouring me a cup of tea. If

should have said so earlier. We could have had this meal long ago." I laughed, taking a sip of the tea he poured.

better?" He glanced at

it?" I