When I Was A Wallflower

Chapter 229

continue, “Miss White and I just happened to talk about you the last time we met. Since you’re single, how about giving me a chance, Elie?”Previously, he retreated his pursuit because he thought she had a boyfriend, yet after hearing from Julia that Amelie was single, he felt his heart beating wildly for her again.Amelie did not answer him but touched her aching forehead. Julia, that idiot. Does she think I don’t have enough on my plate? “I’m sorry, but I don’t have plans on getting married.”“Well, you never know. Things might change. Perhaps you’re just terrified of getting married again after your last attempt. After all, everybody is different, and I’m not the same kind of person as your ex,” Matthew spoke quickly, desperately trying to persuade her. “Although my conditions aren’t as good as your ex-husband’s, it’s not a problem for me to give you and Bria a comfortable life.”She remained silent.“As you can see, Starlight Media and I are working together, and Miss White is very interested in our project, so you have to believe me when I say that.”Of course, Amelie believed him because she was the one who authorized the project. However, she did not need another man in her life as she enjoyed her life with Bria and Steven. She had grown tired of living with a large family that required her to be attentive to all sorts of relationships. Now, she preferred a simple life.Before she could speak, he grabbed her hand. “Elie, please give me a chance. I’ll use the rest of my life to prove to you that I can bring you and Bria happiness. If you think that’s not enough, I can even give you all of my assets!”She was too stunned to respond. I don’t need any money because I have countless of them, but if I say that, would it…Just as she was thinking of how to dissuade Matthew, she heard a cough coming from behind her. Who’s this guy? This is such a broad hallway, but why does he have to come over here? Also, he’s coughing like I’m in his way.While thinking of that, she moved slightly toward Matthew to make room, but the person behind her did not move. Why is that person still standing there? Is he watching us?Amelie could not figure out why that person was stationary. She was already feeling awkward with Matthew grabbing her hand, but now, they had an audience. Without any other choice, she looked over to the person behind her.When she turned around, she was met with a pair of cold eyes. Leo!Her heart began thumping frantically as she felt like today was her unlucky day. Leo had bumped into her in such an awkward state!Meanwhile, the man did not move and glued his gaze on her so brazenly that it surprised Matthew.“Who is—”“Good morning, Mr. Alston.” Amelie barely managed to smile when she greeted him.On the other hand, Leo wore an expressionless face and was as serious looking as ever. There was even a slight trace of hostility in him as if someone owed him money.With him standing there like an audience, Matthew could not continue with his confession and let go of Amelie’s hand. The moment he let go, Leo silently walked past her.This man… What is he doing? Did he stand there just to enjoy the show? She was speechless.“What’s his relationship with you?” asked Matthew, as Leo’s visage was on the tip of his tongue.Since Amelie had no intention of telling others about the matters between her and Leo, nor did she feel like there was a need to mention them, she simply replied, “A client.”“Oh,” Matthew responded. “By the way, I haven’t asked about your job.”“A social media influencer.”She had a lot of careers, so she just told him a random one.When Matthew heard that she was an influencer, he replied with an ‘oh’, and his face dimmed. “My folks back home don’t like influencers. If it’s possible,