Chapter 161


    At that moment, Adrian and Mason were just settling down at a table opposite Matilda. As they looked


    up, their gazes collided with hers.


    Matilda hadn’t expected to run into them here, and her expression instantly became guarded. She


    quickly pretended she hadn’t seen them and turned her attention back to discussing the menu with


    Chloe.


    Chloe winked conspiratorially at Matilda. “Looks like your bad luck in love has followed you


    here.”


    Matilda let out a sigh. “Please, for the love of God, let’s drop it. I really don’t want to see them.”


    Their words had drifted to Adrian and Mason, causing the men to stiffen.


    Mason had been grounded by his mother for quite some time and had only recently regained his


    freedom. Unaware of Matilda’stest tribtions, he was still brooding over some scandalous photos.


    Seeing Matilda’s nonchnt demeanor only intensified his sense of injustice. He felt duped, misled into


    believing Matilda was a good girl, but now she seemed


    more enigmatic than ever.


    Criss, meanwhile, was just being himself, leaning in and chatting casually with the two young women


    as if he were their older brother.


    Adrian’s gaze lingered on Criss, prompting Mason to inquire softly. “Who’s that guy? Why does Matilda


    always seem to be surrounded by different men?”


    Adrian’s voice was icy. “Mr. Criss.”


    At the mention of the name, Mason showed a flicker of surprise. The infamous designer Criss? Why


    was he mingling with them?


    Matilda was aware of the probing stares from the table across, but she was done living under their


    judgmental gaze as if she couldn’t survive without them. She’d had enough of that condescending


    attitude.


    Who couldn’t live without whom, after all?


    The trio ordered their meals and huddled over their phones. Chloe mentioned that Den had recently


    invested in a mobile game still in beta, and she pulled out her phone. “Den sent me a copy too.


    Wanna give it a try?”


    “Oh? It’s a romance simtion game, huh?” Criss chimed in with his thoughts, “That’s unexpected.


    Den investing in something like this doesn’t quite fit his style.”


    Chloe chuckled. “As long as it makes money, right? Young girls these days love these romance sims.


    There are several male characters to pursue: a superstar, a domineering CEO, a politician’s son, a


    gentle doctor, and a university professor. And there are all sorts of scenarios: spiked drinks,


    masquerade balls, bar encounters – each one a dream for romantics. These games are like catnip for


    young girls.”


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    “Sounds irresistible…” Matilda felt she was past the age of obsessing over virtual idols, but there were


    plenty of young girls who would be captivated. The game could be a massive hit.


    “Now I want to y,” said Criss, visibly excited. “I’ll ask Den if he can send me a copy. With all those


    handsome characters, I’ve got to try it out.”


    “Can you tone it down a bit?” Matildaughed lightly. “Games like this will definitely require in–app


    purchases to unlock the most thrilling and romantic scenarios.”


    “Smart girl!” Chloe snapped her fingers. “You’re free right now, aren’t you? Why don’t youe help us


    with the design aspect? The heroine can change outfits, and we’re nning to release new items


    regrly. You could design a few looks.”


    The casual banter and ns for the future seemed a world away from the tension at the other table,


    where Adrian and Mason sat, watching the scene unfolding with mixed feelings.