Beyond the Divorce by Third Blossom novel Chapter 59

Chapter 59 A Stroke of Luck

I hesitated before telling him I’d rather not attend. I also had Ava with me, so I couldn’t go.

He mentioned that he had already arranged for my mother–in–law to watch Ava and that she would be

arriving at my house soon.

His attitude struck me as odd. He had never been eager to take me to social events, but it turned out that

ATL Empire organized it.

During the afternoon’s meeting, Nick asked about the manager who had represented Tanum Corporation before. Then he questioned my absence. Matthew quickly arranged for me to attend the dinner and even

gave me pointers on what to say. 1

Representatives from three other companies, all major players in Foswood, would join us. Each company had strengths, but Tanum Corporation was outmatched and did not belong on the same level.

Tanum Corporation had stumbled upon a stroke of luck. Among the representatives from ATL Empire

was Atlas

Seeing him again after only a few hours made me a bit nervous. Although I had just seen him this

morning, it felt like decades ago,

He had returned to his aloof self. He followed Nick without displaying much emotion, only offering me a casual greeting when he entered. There was nothing exceptional about it, but it did put me at ease.

I didn’t feel comfortable saying too much with so many people around.

During the meal, Atlas asked me about the steel windows in front of everyone. It was surprising that he

asked me instead of Matthew.

Nick remained in charge, but something seemed off. Atlas was his assistant, yet Nick appeared to have discussions with him. This assistant was not to be underestimated.

Tanum Corporation’s thermally broken steel windows were something I had pushed for, but Matthew had consistently refused due to the high cost. He had never been optimistic about it, because he believed the new metal plastic windows were more cost–effective and had higher profit margins.

was adamant about using thermally broken steel windows as a foundation for high–end projects.

At the recent ATL Empire meeting. Tanum Corporation’s financial strength clearly lagged behind its competitors I strategically promoted the steel windows project as an alternative. This move surprised

the competition and set the company apart.

+15 BONUS

Toasts were exchanged with the ATL Empire’s representatives. Matthew quickly pulled me over to make a toast as well. I felt incredibly uncomfortable.

I forced myself to make the rounds, and Nick took me aside to discuss the steel windows in detail. This visibly boosted Matthew’s image.

Today, he seemed genuinely happy. The opportunity to negotiate further with ATL Empire and be considered a key player lifted his spirits. He practically floated on air.