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 own career, and getting to enjoy

it's not as simple as it seems, Harassment and criticism come our way, too. You've seen it yourself.

words didn't sound entirely complimentary. It was more

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

reached for her cup, but her eyes subtly glanced toward

inwardly scoffed. Indeed, her interest lay not in

and envious about,' she casually

I didn't continue. She, too, appeared to have nothing to say. Evidently, she was biding her

and entered. 'Ms. Chloe,

a simple 'Okay."

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

"No problem, another day, then. Invite Mr. Atlas to join us

more persistent after the little

not fond of such socializing, and it might be awkward. We'll catch up some other time," I declined, leaving no

day then," she said sweetly, but her eyes still sought the lounge door. Unfortunately for her, it

office,

for you, yet you hid in here. Isn't that a little

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