Beyond the Divorce

I playfully slapped Lauren's thigh, saying, "You're really something, girl. I must say, you've cleared up my thoughts. Who would've thought there was a mastermind right next to me?"

"I'm no mastermind, just an onlooker with a clear view. Tanum isn't strong enough yet, and some people don't acknowledge us. Why? Because they think we're winning unfairly with the support of the ATL Empire. They believe it isn't a fair fight."

"I have to admit that there's some truth to that."

"So, we need to continue to strengthen ourselves and make them submit. Bourdamun is our top priority, and making money is crucial for our growth. Didn't Atticus also say that Melvern isn't short of money? So, let him bleed.

"Whether his funds are dirty or clean, we'll make him pay through our strength. If he's twisted, that's his problem. We won't get involved. We're all in the business of making money, so this is only natural. Is there a problem with that?" Lauren looked at me triumphantly, wearing a mischievous smile.

I then recalled the man who got drunk in my villa the night before. "People are always clear about others' affairs but muddled about their own. It's like trying to cut your own hair." I sighed. She glanced at me, fully aware of what I meant. She retorted, "Don't preach to me!"

I shot her a glance. "Oliver got drunk at my place last night. I don't even know if he's awake right now."

stared at me in surprise. "How did he end up

at your place. Did you know that he never left your ward for even a minute

bottle in hand, already drunk. He

want to forgive him, but

conscience, I wouldn't det him betray me in front of his wife. But she's gone, and I'm still alive. It's my heart that's

I

You'll never understand the

the mention of

mention him to me again.

it. It's ruining

mood."