Beyond the Divorce by Third Blossom
Chapter 596 Back in Power

Coincidentally, Ryan had also arrived. I briefly explained my thoughts to him, and after some contemplation, he responded, "No problem. But we need to provide a reasonable justification since we voluntarily

withdrew from the competition before."

Ryan always adhered to his principles. Every action required a valid reason.

After some thinking, I told him, "If necessary, I'll replace a way to change the dynamics, reshuffle the project team, and ask Atticus to withdraw his connections through legitimate channels so we can compete fairly."

I presented my well-founded reasons and plans to Ryan. To me, this was the safest strategy.

After communicating with Joyce, Ryan adopted my approach.

I immediately arranged a secret meeting with Atticus, and after some negotiation, we reached an agreement. He would replace a way to overturn the current contract for Phase Two of Avalon Hills, reshuffle the team, and create a new arrangement.

Meanwhile, Grayson prepared for Muborough. We would expose it once we secured Avalon Hills. Everything was in place, and I waited for updates from the Avalon Hills project team.

During this time, Atlas provided full support from ATL Empire in order to facilitate the smooth implementation of my plan.

ATL Empire officially announced that all construction projects and management of the Design Division had been entrusted to Tanum Construction and Development. That essentially meant that we would become a subsidiary of ATL Empire.

But our company maintained independent accounting and independent operations, ensuring no conflicts with ATL Empire in terms of business.

The announcement of this agreement drew significant attention, causing quite a stir in the public eye. No one expected the small, relatively unknown Tanum Construction and Development to suddenly become a leading force in Foswood.

It was almost unbelievable, and some were unwilling to accept it.

All kinds of discussion surged like a tidal wave toward me.

Of course, opinions were mixed. Some people berated, others ridiculed, and a few even went so far as to utter curses.

But in the midst of all these

discussions, had secured the

Design Division of ATL Empire. This would greatly benefit Tanum Construction and Development which probably left some individuals seething with envy.

After the signing ceremony, there was a small celebration.

It was meant to be a small party, but it drew a considerable crowd, with prominent figures from the industry in attendance.

To my surprise, Atlas officially announced to the public that I was his fiancée at this signing ceremony celebration.

It caught me completely off guard.

He had not hinted that he would be

doing this, and he had not talked

me about it. He had just turned this gathering into our engagement ceremony without any prior

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discussion. I found myself under the watchful eye of many.

I had wondered why he brought in my parents, my family, and even members of the Beringer family before the start of the celebration Grandma Rose was in attendance, and so was Archie, who had discreetly returned to Foswood because of his goddaughter's engagement.

Ardie and Arnold were back as well. The surprises kept coming, and I was shocked every time.

Even though I was one half of the engaged couple, it was clear that I had no idea this was happening. I was dumbfounded when Atlas put the engagement ring on my finger.

All the women in Foswood who had been eyeing Atlas hated me to the core. Suddenly, I was their greatest enemy. Some even vented their anger at Lauren, which was a development I had not anticipated.