He Cheated I Rose: Making Him Regret Everything (Chloe and Arthur) novel Chapter 285

**TITLE: A Promise Hidden in the Quiet Rain by Adrian Hale**

**Chapter 285: The Three-Month Ultimatum**

Before Scott could even begin to articulate a response to Monique’s pointed remark, Chloe’s voice pierced the heavy atmosphere, sharp and unyielding.

“Let’s cut to the chase, Mr. Lewis. Just tell me what you want,” she stated, her tone unwavering, stripped of any semblance of warmth or affection.

Scott’s expression morphed, shadows darkening his features as if a storm were brewing within him.

The silence that followed felt like an eternity, stretching long and taut until he finally broke it, his voice barely a whisper, “You need to have a private conversation with Arthur. Ask him to help manage the situation online. I’ll ensure that the board doesn’t hold you accountable.”

Chloe’s smile remained bright, but it was tinged with an unmistakable edge. “Mr. Lewis, I’m not entirely sure what you’re implying.”

Scott leaned in closer, lowering his voice to a conspiratorial hush. “You’re planning to make your divorce from Arthur public, aren’t you? You want to display the divorce papers to clear your name and put an end to the swirling rumors.”

“But making that divorce public is a mistake,” Chloe countered, her voice steady and resolute. “If you do that, the Myers family will inevitably get pulled into this mess. They’re our most crucial partners at the moment. If they suffer any fallout, it’s Lewis Group that will bear the brunt of it.” He slammed his hand down on the table, the sound echoing ominously in the room.

“When you married Arthur, we kept it under wraps. Virtually no one in our circle knows about it. The Myers family has invested hundreds of millions into Lewis Group, and if this information leaks and damages their reputation, our financial stability will be severely compromised. It could be catastrophic for all of us.”

“If I intended to show divorce papers, I would have done so the moment the rumors started,” Chloe shot back, her voice unwavering. “That’s simply not how I operate. I’ll be frank: there’s nothing left between Arthur and me. And as for the partnership between Myers Group and Lewis Group…”

She smirked, her eyes glinting with a hint of mockery. “What’s so remarkable about that? Two companies that can’t even turn a profit joining forces. Aren’t you even a little embarrassed to mention it?”

“You…” Scott was taken aback, his thoughts racing. He had never expected such audacity from her.

Two companies struggling to make ends meet?

Not a hint of embarrassment?

In Capaville, the Myers Group was synonymous with elite connections, undeniably ranked among the top five in terms of both financial clout and influence.

How could Chloe speak of the Myers Group with such disdain? Just because her relationship with Arthur had soured didn’t give her the right to disparage his company.

Frustration surged within Scott, a potent mix of anger and disbelief. He wanted to admonish her for her reckless disregard and her lack of understanding of the intricate web of interests at play. But it was too late—Chloe was already striding away, leaving him to wrestle with his mounting anger.

“Dammit!” Scott exclaimed, slamming his fist on the desk once more, his fury palpable and raw.

Monique, observing his restless agitation, spoke softly, “If Chloe stirs up trouble and drags Lewis Group past the point of no return, what then?”

Scott remained silent, the darkness on his face speaking volumes.

Monique scoffed lightly, a hint of sarcasm lacing her words. “That’s your ‘well-raised’ daughter for you. In the end, she’s trampling all over your authority. If she truly manages to sway public opinion, you might find yourself out of a job sooner than you think.”

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