Beyond the Divorce

He walked in and said, "Chlo..."

He paused, noticing the guest in my office, but then continued walking in.

Melvern, who was seated on the sofa, glanced at him, smiling as he spoke, "So it's you, Mr. Arnold. Long time no see."

Arnold looked at him and smiled back. "Mr. Melvern! It's been a while. You're still alive?"

It was clear that they were very familiar with each other.

Arnold, with his usual lack of formality, asked Melvern, "What are you doing here?"

"I came to talk to Ms. Chloe about something," Melvern replied, maintaining a polite demeanor and shifting in his seat.

Arnold walked over confidently and took a seat on the sofa. He looked at Melvern and asked, "What business do you have with my sister? She's engaged in legitimate business, and you're a person of questionable integrity. What legitimate business could you discuss? Stop messing around."

what Arnold said. It looked like my younger brother was the true expert

clean." Arnold looked at me earnestly, offering his

my sister and my father's precious little girl. You'd better not be getting any ideas about her, Melvern. Stop right now, or I'll make sure your dream of emigrating shatters in Foswood. Mark my words." Arnold's words were blunt, and almost

looked at Melvern

a faint smile on his face as he leaned back against the

Arnold. You'll say just anything," Melvern said. "I didn't know about the deep connection between Ms.

get any funny ideas," Arnold said freely. "Are we done talking? If we are, then get lost. My sister and I have

hesitation and turned to me, saying, "Chlo, I need to talk to you

adults, and I had to offer him some respect. "I'm sorry, Mr. Melvern. We had this meeting

alright. We've known each

used to his

He stood up. "Alright, I won't disturb you any longer. But I hope you can consider what we just discussed. If you're interested, I'll certainly offer my strong support. I know you'll have the upper hand, so

you if I need to." I