Beyond the Divorce by Third Blossom

Chapter 761 Ignoring a Beauty

Poppy withdrew her hand stiffly, her face turning slightly pale.

I offered an apologetic smile. "He's always been reserved. My apologies!"

Poppy regained her composure. "No problem."

Her smile was dazzling, but I sensed it was only surface-level.

Poppy was undeniably beautiful and flawless in every way. Her makeup was impeccable, fitting for a professional actress who effortlessly mastered the art.

Desperately maintaining her composed demeanor, she seemed to overlook the recent encounter.

'I've always wanted to visit your place, but I've been quite busy. You know how it is in our line of work. I have limited freedom, especially for me. It's quite inconvenient for me to step out with those crazy fans," she shared.

I chuckled. "I understand. Excessive adoration can be burdensome, even irrational."

As I spoke, my gaze remained fixed on her face.

she added, "I envy your life, having your own career, and getting to enjoy your

"Well, it's not as simple as it seems, Harassment and

is quite legendary!" Her words didn't sound

up my coffee cup and took a sip, maintaining a playful smile. "Why

but her eyes subtly glanced toward the lounge

interest lay not in our conversation but in someone behind that lounge

and envious about,'

fully engaged in our conversation, so I didn't continue. She, too, appeared to have nothing to say.

then, Carol knocked on the door and entered.

with a simple 'Okay." Update

"Sorry, my schedule is tight, and I can't keep you company any longer.

disappointment. "No problem, another day, then. Invite Mr.

to have grown more

would pass. He's not fond of such socializing, and it might be awkward. We'll catch up some other

Chloe, you must be joking. We'll arrange another day then," she said sweetly, but her

I returned to my office, those inside eagerly approached

I commented, "A beauty was waiting for you, yet you hid in here. Isn't that a little impolite? She's

in, kissing my ear. "I'm not interested in those generic faces. I've never been into the mainstream. Why go for it when you can have someone with