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.

tone, she added, "I envy your life, having your

not as simple as it seems, Harassment and criticism

Her words didn't

found the compliment a bit off-putting. I picked up my coffee cup and took a sip, maintaining a playful smile. "Why do

for her cup, but her eyes subtly glanced toward the

Indeed, her interest lay not in our conversation but in someone behind that lounge

the life people are intrigued and

heart wasn't fully engaged in our conversation, so I didn't continue. She, too, appeared to have nothing to say. Evidently, she was biding her time,

knocked on the door and entered. 'Ms.

responded with a simple 'Okay." Update first at NôvelDráma.

my schedule is tight, and I can't keep you company

another day,

to have grown more persistent

fond of such socializing, and it might be awkward. We'll

Chloe, you must be joking. We'll arrange another day then," she said sweetly, but her eyes still sought the lounge door. Unfortunately for her, it remained closed

office,

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

"I'm not interested in those generic faces. I've never been