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.

seeking," I replied distantly. This

"However, I'd also like to have a casual chat with

I quickly said, "Sorry, Mr. Melvern, my ride's here, and I'm pressed for time. Let's chat another time! We

close the door tightly. If necessary, I could still probe into his background. However, this person wasn't

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

didn't quite like it. Still, I

the rearview mirror,

the way and arrived in Rivendell just around

most upscale restaurant in Rivendell, and I had been

room he had arranged, he seemed to have recently had a haircut and looked a bit thinner. "Long time, no see!" I smiled

back and had

felt like catching

some

long but never sat down for a proper meal. We're finally doing it today Atticus said, pouring me a cup of tea. If you're not busy todaydet's take our

meal long ago." I laughed, taking a sip of the tea he poured. "I've been quite

better?" He glanced at my

about it?"