Beyond the Divorce

I checked the time before heading over to Atlas. He quickly caught on to my intention and pulled me closer, allowing me to whisper a few words to him. Nodding in understanding, he agreed.

I stepped out and instructed Tristan to wait for Atticus at the entrance. With a brief explanation about having some urgent matters to attend to, I left the villa.

Inside the main building, a spread of food and drinks awaited us. Taking a seat on the sofa, I awaited Atticus's arrival. Soon enough, Tristan hurried in with Atticus.

As Atticus approached, I noticed he seemed troubled.

"Chloe." He appeared somewhat weary as he sat down in front of me. It was the first time he addressed me by name, rather than as "Mrs. Chloe."

"When did you return?" I asked him, pouring a cup of tea and pushing it toward him.

Without hesitation, he took a sip of tea and leaned back on the sofa. "I just landed."

I couldn't help but wonder about the urgency of his visit.

"Chloe, I've come to ask for your help with something." Atticus said earnestly, sitting up straight.

"Go ahead," I responded, noting his serious demeanor.

for a moment, seemingly contemplating his words, before speaking with determination. "Take

was momentarily stunned, doubting if I heard

to take over my company, Echelon Group. You're the only one capable of doing it

do you mean?" I

I can't guarantee its survival. The best plan is for you to take over, and the sooner you do, the better. It can't fall into anyone else's hands, and

offer, but time is running out," Atticus

Who wants to

although I can't identify them. The situation is dire," Atticus said bluntly. Seeing his

only recently reappeared in Foswood with the Tomlinson family. Could it be them? What was their

you sure it's the Sunny family?" I

this time, not Melvern. But clearly,

know Leonard?" I suddenly asked

know him personally,

he

ceremony for the abandoned building on

Mia's future father-in-law,"