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.

your life, having your own

seems, Harassment and criticism come our

your life is quite legendary!" Her words didn't sound entirely

I found the compliment a bit off-putting. I picked up my coffee cup and took a

cup, but her eyes subtly glanced

inwardly scoffed. Indeed, her interest lay not in our conversation but in

intrigued and envious

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

door and entered.

responded with a simple 'Okay."

my schedule is tight, and

a hint of disappointment. "No problem, another day, then. Invite

to have grown more persistent after the

socializing, and it might be awkward. We'll catch up some other

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

I returned to my office,

you, yet you hid in here. Isn't that a little impolite? She's beautiful, and you didn't even

faces. I've never been into the mainstream. Why go for it when