Beyond the Divorce

"I'll discuss it with him," I said reluctantly, aware that taking over Echelon Group was no small task.

"Chloe, if anything happens to me, it must be the work of the Sunny family. Remember, you must take over Echelon Group. Please do that for me." Atticus's eyes held a hint of despair as he looked at me.

I have to admit, I felt a bit panicked. I had never seen Atticus look like this before. He was always such a confident and resolute man.

"Atticus, you..." I was at a loss for words, unsure how to comfort him. "Please don't say that. And thank you for trusting me."

"I have to go now. Please arrange a meeting with Atlas for me," Atticus said before giving me one last glance and leaving.

Even after Atticus disappeared down the corridor, I remained rooted to the spot, unable to shake off his words.

His words echoed in my ears. What on earth was going on? What had Atticus encountered? Who stirred up this mess?

I finally stood

the villa where our gathering was taking place, I

drinking alone with

as I returned, casually offering me a glass of juice and

matters I needed to attend to," I replied casually, pulling her to sit by the window.

it clear from the start that they were back in Foswood to establish their foundation

a smile. "Not so

that Mia wasn't planning to be

to Foswood for good, there's no

Any new ideas lately? You've got Atlas wrapped around your finger now.

felt like Mia had been waiting for me to ask that question so that she could pounce on

sit back. I'm thinking of revitalizing old Bourdamun." I boldly