Beyond the Divorce

I asked in bewilderment, "Who?"

With a serious expression, Carol repeated, "Melvern is requesting a meeting."

Hearing her repeat Melvern's name, I was genuinely surprised. I had a premonition that he would appear before me sooner or later.

While Liora was joyfully bustling about during this period, he remained unusually quiet, which didn't make much sense.

"Let him in," I calmly said.

Carol walked out and soon brought Melvern in.

He looked dashing in a well-fitted suit. His eyes, however, were something I couldn't quite appreciate, almost repulsive.

As he entered, I conducted myself professionally, stepping away from the desk and gesturing for him to sit.

Seated at my desk, I asked, "Mr. Melvern, what brings you here?"

I cut to the chase, as I had no intention of being polite with him.

I did not know much about him, but based on his investment in Liora and his methods of seizing other companies, I could not form a favorable opinion of him. Moreover, the funds he invested were shady at best. His persistent interest in me and my company made me wary, and his gaze was particularly disdainful.

and have influence over her family, it spoke volumes

me, earnestly smiling.

dealings. So, your unexpected visit to my office caught me off guard." Melvern, taking my words in

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Carol knocked on the door and brought us

a cup. After a sip, he looked at me and said, "Ms. Chloe, I'd like to talk to you about a potential collaboration." I was puzzled.

of collaboration he could possibly be suggesting. Teaming up with Liora and wanting

that he was unaware of the animosity between Liora and me. Therefore,

eyes remained fixed on him, unyielding. "Mr. Melvern, could you

of enthusiasm, he seemed a bit disappointed. "It seems, Ms. Chloe, you're not very interested