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?”

drink again, and did not give me his number.

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

Chlo, who’s this?”

this is Mr. Atlas Pierce from ATL Empire,” I said as I turned to face Atlas. “Mr. Pierce, this is my

Matthew, the CEO

hand. “Nice to

lightly.

without continuing the conversation with Matthew,

walked away without saying goodbye to Matthew. Despite being an

was annoyed and asked, “What does he do

represented Mr. Wright in the previous bidding meeting.” I said.

mighty,

desire for respect stemmed from his past experiences and insecurities. He was always afraid of being looked down

system since we started the company. He liked being widely