Chapter 74 A True Mystery of a Man
I marveled at the lush greenery, with birds singing and flowers in full bloom.
“Where is this?” I asked softly.
“Utopia,” he replied, his voice captivating.
I turned to the tall man standing next to me. In his presence, I felt safe.
My heart raced as a realization hit me. Whenever I was with Atlas, it felt like my soul was being pulled to
him. I lost myself, wanting only to follow his lead.
I was ashamed of my lack of self-respect. As someone who had hit rock bottom and been abandoned by
everyone, I was about to fall for someone else.
However, he was undeniably attractive, which made resisting him difficult. He smiled warmly at me, and I
stared at him like a deer caught in headlights.
Atlas gently brushed a strand of hair from my face. “You’ve lost weight in just a few days, haven’t you?
You look like a damsel in distress!”
His words made me smile awkwardly and pull away. “Well, I’m still beautiful, aren’t I?”
I cringed at my own words. Did I just call myself beautiful?
As I inhaled the sweet air around me, I said, “This place is amazing!”
I
Leaning against the railing, I looked out into the distance and reflected on my years in the city. “I’ve lived here for so long, and I never knew such a beautiful place was nearby. I used to be so focused on my work.”
I chuckled in self–depreciation.
“That’s because you never stopped to enjoy the scenery. You always had your head down,” he said,
joining me. His scent was pleasant.
“Thank you for helping me when I was at the end of my rope,” I said solemnly, turning to him. “I know you
were behind the Urban Builders deal. I’ll remember your kindness, and I’ll repay it one day.”
Atlas leaned closer, and his warm breath brushed against me. “How do you plan to repay it?
I backed away. “Enough! I’m being sincere!”
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