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.

Liora taking over Ardora, the situation was far from stable. It was chaotic and unsuitable for significant projects.

However, given my limited energy, I hope to find a company with equivalent strength

and development companies in Foswood. Tanum Corporation

he spoke, I remained

had been genuinely straightforward, thoroughly

chose Tanum, it didn't sound out of place. Considering Foswood's construction landscape, Tanum's strength had continuously risen after joining forces with

a higher level in design, construction qualifications, and personnel.

Echelon Group excelled at

construction and development.

which had the support of ATL Empire's Design Division, it was clear that Echelon Group was no match. If Echelon Group

design masters worked under it. As for my original design team,

from Melvern's perspective, proposing a collaboration with me made perfect sense. I couldn't

kept looking at me, seemingly