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?

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

number. He didn’t seem willing

press.

He smiled as he wrapped an arm

Chlo, who’s this?”

as I turned to face Atlas. “Mr. Pierce, this is my

the CEO of

to meet

smiled lightly.

me without continuing the conversation with Matthew, “Excuse me.”

away without saying goodbye to Matthew.

uninterested.

asked, “What does he do

bidding meeting.” I

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and mighty, even harder to

for respect stemmed from his past experiences and insecurities. He was always afraid of being looked down on.

a support system since we

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

situations.