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?

As you said, everything depends on the 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 meal sometime to give it back to

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

press.

He smiled as he wrapped an arm

Chlo, who’s this?”

this is Mr. Atlas Pierce from ATL Empire,” I said as I turned to face

CEO of Tanum

“Nice to meet

smiled lightly. “Likewise.”

the conversation with Matthew, “Excuse

to Matthew. Despite

uninterested.

annoyed and asked, “What does he do at

in the previous bidding meeting.” I

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high and mighty, even harder to approach than Mr.

His desire for respect stemmed from his past experiences and insecurities. He

appeared to have found a support system since we started

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

situations.