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Chapter 46 The Assistant Seems Arrogant

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My heart skipped a beat when I saw Atlas‘ cold eyes again. Our last encounter was still fresh in my mind.

My hysterical behavior that night probably left a big impression on him. Now, I was pretending to be affectionate with Matthew, and it felt embarrassing.

I instinctively removed my hand from Matthew’s arm and smiled at Atlas. Nick approached, and a crowd gathered around him to chat and get his attention. Matthew was among them.

I observed them coldly. Indeed, they were “sincere.” Atlas briefly glanced at Matthew. I was sure there was a hint of disdain in his gaze.

Nick didn’t introduce Atlas, and Atlas didn’t seem interested in meeting anyone. Instead, he stood beside me and said, “Ms. Hartz. Oh, maybe I should address you as Mrs. Murphy?”

“Ms. Hartz, please,” I replied noncommittally. “I didn’t expect to see you here today.”

“Hmm.” He sipped his drink and asked, “Seems like you’re in a good mood?

individual. My response was diplomatic, “Oh, Mr. Pierce, I don’t have your contact information. I still have your coat, so can I invite you to a

sipped his drink again, and did not give me his number. He didn’t seem willing to

press.

seeing me talking to Atlas, Matthew approached. He smiled as

Chlo, who’s this?”

Mr. Atlas Pierce from ATL Empire,” I said as I turned

CEO of

hand. “Nice to meet you, Mr.

smiled lightly.

without continuing the conversation

saying goodbye to Matthew. Despite being an assistant,

uninterested.

and asked, “What does he do at ATL

in the previous bidding meeting.” I

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and mighty, even harder to approach than Mr. Wright!”

about his reputation. His desire for respect stemmed from his past experiences and insecurities. He was always afraid of being looked

to have found a support system since we started the

these things but chose to ignore them. Perhaps love blinded me, and I would hide his flaws in

situations.

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