As the movie became a hit, Clarissa was invited to attend the celebratory party by Justin.
In a large private room, the film crew, Clarissa and family, as well as their friends were all there celebrating. Therefore, it was packed to the brim.
Other than the main actors, Clarissa was the one who attracted the most attention.
“Here comes Mr. and Mrs. Tyson. Until now, both of you are still trending online. In fact, I suspect that you intend to enter the showbiz by publicly displaying your affection…”
Henry was in a good mood today. Evidently, his relationship with Yaala was progressing well.
Hence, he was quick to tease the couple.
However, Clarissa didn’t take it lying down. She countered with a smile, “Mr. Jackson, you should take your hands off Ms. Zaha’s waist before saying something like that. Have you forgotten that you were spotted staying overnight at her place? Don’t you need to deal with the controversy?”
“Oh, Ms. Zaha, I wasn’t talking about you, just Mr. Jackson,” Clarissa added, rubbing it in.
Yaala didn’t seem to be bothered by the banter, as if she had nothing to do with it at all.
She shrugged her shoulders. “Mmm-hmm, I understand.”
Henry felt abandoned. “Yaala, you were the one I spent the night with…”
“Hahaha… Mr. Jackson, you accused me of flaunting my relationship. Aren’t you doing the same?”
Everyone burst into laughter and took a drink. Only then did they change the topic.
The only one missing from the celebration was Shermaine. Lucky for her, the producers kept her scene in the movie. In fact, the screening of the movie had generated some publicity for her.
Many netizens, especially her fans, looked past her character flaws and complimented her acting.
However, there were also those that weren’t willing to give her a chance because of her crimes.
Despite reading the comments, Clarissa wasn’t bothered by them. She was just surprised that someone would bring up Shermaine at the event.
“I just saw her a few days ago and wonder if she intends to reenter the showbiz. Even if she intends to, who would want her? She is a murderer. Do you know how terrifying is that? If you’re not careful and had somehow offended her, you might be killed…”
“Stop exaggerating. Can’t you give her a chance to turn over a new leaf? Furthermore, she wasn’t the one that did the deed…”
“Tsk-tsk, aren’t you being too forgiving? Are you not afraid? Enough, let’s not talk about her anymore. She has made a lot of enemies of the guests here…”
The group even snuck a glance in Clarissa’s direction, thinking that she didn’t hear them. In truth, they spoke so loudly that everyone around them did.
Humans were always hypocritical. The more they assumed they were gossiping discreetly, the more suspicious they actually looked.
Feeling amused, Clarissa let out a smile. Matthew, who was chatting with Jeremy, turned around and glanced at her.
He asked, “What are you smiling at?”
“Why do you care? Stop watching me all the time, you should continue chatting with your friends.”
After that, Clarissa got up and walked toward Justin and Yaala. Her purpose today wasn’t just to celebrate, but also to talk about work.
Meanwhile, Matthew’s gaze would follow Clarissa wherever she went. No one noticed in the beginning. But after a while, it became obvious enough.
“Matt, can you be more reserved? Haven’t you seen her enough at home?”
Jeremy couldn’t resist teasing him. They only have eyes for each other and no one else.
Stretching his legs, Matthew broke out into a smile. “It will never be enough.”
“Tsk-tsk…”
Everyone within earshot rubbed their arms when they felt goosebumps all over.
“Matt, how did both of you maintain your relationship to the extent you can still make us cringe? Do you really like her that much? Don’t you ever get tired of her?”
Raising his eyebrows, Matthew’s gaze darkened. “Why should I?”
Jeremy and the others were stumped when Matthew threw the question back at them.
He really does live in a different world from us. Doesn’t everyone get tired of their partner after being together for a long time? Why does he even need to ask? It’s self-explanatory, isn’t it?”
However, Matthew’s question had demonstrated to them that such thoughts never crossed his mind.
What is he thinking?
After all, it was always hard to see things from another’s perspective.
Matthew was essentially a loyal man. Therefore, he would never get tired of Clarissa.
Evidently, these two men had very different attitudes toward women. Hence, they would never be on the same page.
Meanwhile, Clarissa was aware that Matthew was looking at her. But, she didn’t mind as she was just too busy to do so.
“Director Yates, I would like you to be the producer for my movie. Although it’s still in the early stages, I wanted to invite you to do so first. That way, it will give my confidence a needed boost.”
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