Chapter 315 The Prideful Matthew Murphy

Nick kept it brief on the phone, stressing the importance of attending the cocktail party and awaiting

further instructions from him.

I didn’t press for details and assured him I’d be there. Nick was clearly using this party to arrange a

meeting with Atlas.

Sure enough, I spotted Nick at the reception, with Stella by his side. He was introducing her to other high-

level executives from different companies.

After all, Nick was the head honcho of the Torado headquarters, so his presence was expected. As the ATL Empire representative, Stella demonstrated the company’s importance. With these two representing

the ATL Empire, they made their presence known.

It was unspoken knowledge that Atlas was indisposed because of the car accident. Everyone was

wondering how serious his injuries were.

conversations at the reception

exchanged pleasantries with other CEOs. Meanwhile, I watched

miss his

in attendance. Now that he had secured

had newfound bragging

conveniently forgotten all his embarrassing public incidents. Clearly, having a son was a

changer.

was particularly hearty as he basked in his triumph. He was indeed a

had thrived.

not to notice him and kept my distance, but he shamelessly approached me.

history, our relationship was unconventional. Our highly publicized

developers, with a sly smile on his face. Those who

exchanged knowing glances before

glared at him. Matthew grinned and said, “Chlo! Long time, no see.”

who hadn’t

have no desire to see you, I replied. “Matthew, we’re not as

with this scoundrel. Whenever we encountered each other in

on sticking

our marriage, I had no idea that Matthew could be so shameless. It shattered my previous notion of him being overly image–conscious.

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