Beyond the Divorce

Chapter 46 The Assistant Seems Arrogant

My heart skipped a beat when I saw Atlas‘ cold eyes again. Our last encounter was still fresh in my mind.

My hysterical behavior that night probably left a big impression on him. Now, I was pretending to be affectionate with Matthew, and it felt embarrassing.

I instinctively removed my hand from Matthew’s arm and smiled at Atlas. Nick approached, and a crowd gathered around him to chat and get his attention. Matthew was among them.

I observed them coldly. Indeed, they were “sincere.” Atlas briefly glanced at Matthew. I was sure there was a hint of disdain in his gaze.

Nick didn’t introduce Atlas, and Atlas didn’t seem interested in meeting anyone. Instead, he stood beside me and said, “Ms. Hartz. Oh, maybe I should address you as Mrs. Murphy?”

“Ms. Hartz, please,” I replied noncommittally. “I didn’t expect to see you here today.”

“Hmm.” He sipped his drink and asked, “Seems like you’re in a good mood?

“Life must go on. As you said, everything depends on the individual. My response was diplomatic, “Oh, Mr. Pierce, I don’t have your contact information. I still have your coat, so can I invite you to a meal sometime to give it back to you?”

me his number. He

me talking to Atlas, Matthew approached. He smiled as he wrapped an arm around

Chlo, who’s this?”

as I turned to face Atlas. “Mr.

Matthew, the CEO

to meet you,

lightly.

continuing the conversation with

without saying goodbye to Matthew. Despite being an

and asked, “What does he do at ATL Empire?

previous bidding meeting.” I said. I didn’t know Atlas’s role

He seems high and mighty, even harder to approach than Mr. Wright!”

his reputation. His desire for respect stemmed from his

to have found a support system since we started the company. He