Beyond the Divorce by Third Blossom

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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?

I don’t have your contact information. I still

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

press.

seeing me talking to Atlas, Matthew approached. He smiled as he wrapped an arm around

Chlo, who’s this?”

Pierce from ATL Empire,” I said as

Matthew, the CEO of Tanum Corporation.”

extended his hand. “Nice to meet you, Mr. Pierce!”

lightly. “Likewise.”

to me without continuing the conversation with Matthew,

to Matthew. Despite being an assistant,

uninterested.

does he do at ATL Empire? He seems

Wright in the previous bidding meeting.” I said.

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He seems high and mighty, even harder to

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

appeared to have found a support system since we started the company. He

to ignore them. Perhaps love blinded me, and I

situations.