Beyond the Divorce by Third Blossom novel Chapter 224

Chapter 224 Out of the Frying Pan Into the Fire

I wondered why Atticus was going to such lengths to help me when we didn’t know each other well. It had to be more than it seemed

Yet, I couldn’t figure out his motive. What could he gain from assisting a small, relatively unknown company like mine?

He studied me for a moment and then chuckled. “You’re unsure, aren’t you? Consider it a repayment for the favor you did for me before. I don’t like having debts to anyone, especially not to a woman.”

“In the professional world, Mr. Atticus, don’t treat me like just a woman!” I replied half–jokingly.

“You? Not a woman?” He laughed heartily. “Who could ever think otherwise?”

After a laugh, he added, “Don’t dwell on it too much. This is a small matter, hardly worth mentioning compared to the favor you did for me. Besides, you’ll cover the wages, so I think it’s a fair exchange. This

industry isn’t that big, after all. Let’s support each other.”

“Alright! Thank you, Mr. Atticus! I’ll remember your kindness. If there’s anything I can do for you in the

future, I won’t hesitate to help.”

I knew not to overanalyze the situation. Overcoming this challenging period was the priority. When faced

with a life–or–death situation, I wasn’t one to nitpick.

Moreover, he extended a helping hand voluntarily. Rejecting his offer would be disrespectful and could

lead to my downfall.

After discussing the details, I left the club. It was a business meeting, and there was no need for idle chit-

chat.

Once I got into the car, I told Grayson, “It’s sorted out!”

However, even Grayson sensed something was amiss. Back at the company, we held a meeting to address the situation. Ryan, too, felt things weren’t as straightforward as they appeared, but we had no other option

Ryan was worried I might not handle it well and wanted to go with me. However, ATL Empire requested

my presence specifically,

I

Even if Ryan were present, I knew it would just be adding another person to share the burden and

humiliation. There was no need for both CEOs to receive an earful over a minor issue. In reality, they were

looking for me.

I didn’t hesitate for a moment and drove straight to ATL Empire. There had to be a solution.

However, I noticed something peculiar when I arrived at the conference room.

A problem like this could be handled entirely by the project department. However, upon entering the conference room, they appeared to be preparing a tribunal.