Beyond the Divorce

However, his attitude left me unsure of how to proceed. I had no choice but to reach for the cup and sip from it.

As a second-best option, I waited for him to continue.

Sure enough, he said, "Ms. Chloe, you don't have to act so distantly. Since I've come to you for a collaboration, I have enough confidence to bring out a project for us to work on." His words did shock me a bit. He sounded a bit arrogant and self-assured.

I smiled, set down the cup, and felt relief. "Well then, Mr. Melvern, why don't you share the details of the collaboration you have in mind."

"I wanted to talk to you about the possibility of my independent development on acquired projects or land. Could I have your company handle the design and construction?"

He sounded very confident. "Since I've just returned to Foswood, I can say I'm in a tough spot. Once I secure a project, I don't have the conditions for design and construction."

Melvern's words flowed seamlessly, and he seemed genuinely sincere. "My return to Foswood has a clear purpose. I only want to focus on development."

Since he invested in Liora and his intentions were clear, why would he choose another company? Perhaps he had a pressing need for a development project.

was far from stable. It was

limited energy, I hope to find a company with equivalent strength and superior qualifications to achieve our goals." I sighed inwardly, realizing

period, I've evaluated all qualified construction and development companies in Foswood. Tanum Corporation is my top

remained silent,

seemed he had been genuinely

place. Considering Foswood's construction landscape, Tanum's strength

in design, construction qualifications, and personnel. It had even surpassed several industry leaders like Echelon Group to some

Echelon Group excelled at

construction and development.

was clear that Echelon Group was no

Design Division was globally renowned. Several internationally acclaimed design masters worked under it. As for my original design team, some

Melvern's perspective, proposing a collaboration with me made

kept looking at me, seemingly awaiting