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.

you're too courteous. I wonder which aspect of knowledge you are seeking," I replied

He smiled pleasantly and said, "However, I'd also like to have a casual

"Sorry, Mr. Melvern, my ride's here,

If necessary, I could still probe

was in a hurry, he politely gestured. "That's settled, then. See

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

him standing in the rearview mirror, watching my

around lunchtime.

most upscale restaurant in Rivendell, and I had

have recently had a haircut and looked

here in the evening that I can't get out of so I couldn't make it back and had

a while, but it felt like catching up with an

ordered some specialties

meal. We're finally doing it today Atticus said, pouring

We could have had this meal long ago." I laughed, taking a sip of the tea he poured. "I've been quite busy

He glanced

it?" I asked in