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“I don’t think so,” Celeste said with a laugh. “Look at us—we’ve been talking for hours, and I’m not bored at all.”

Her words lingered in the air, creating a comfortable warmth between them, one that neither had felt in a very long time.

“Really? You don’t find talking to me boring?” Peter asked raising an eyebrow.

“If I did, I would’ve kicked you out the moment I got out of your car,” Celeste replied with a teasing grin. “You’re an interesting man, Peter!”

Their conversation extended until nearly 6:00 a.m. Celeste’s eyes were heavy with sleep, but Peter remained relaxed, though he couldn’t ignore the rising sun outside the window. With a sigh, he stood up from the couch, stretching slightly.

“Celeste, I need to go. The sun’s already up, and I should get home.”

“You’re right. Time flew by,” she said, standing to walk him to the door. “Well, Mr. Palmer, it seems I didn’t let you get any sleep. The only one who got a good rest was my cat. Thank you–it was an enchanting evening.”

“Thank you. This has been one of the best nights I’ve had in years… Celeste…”

“Yes?” she asked softly, stepping closer to him.

could go out again?”

playful. She smiled. “Of course. Just let me know ahead of time if you’re planning to take me out to some mysterious, isolated spot, so I’ll know it’s not a trap.”

picked up his jacket and knelt briefly to pet Spike, who let out a soft purr. Then

see each other soon,” he said softly.

He had wanted to kiss her elsewhere but didn’t want to seem too forward. With that, Peter turned

face. Strange sensations stirred in his stomach, and though he was tired, the night had been more than worth it.

Theodore or Alden’s early visitors, as Peter

Is that you?” Theodore’s voice

start your interrogation…” Peter grumbled as he started toward

the stairs.

think it’s better if you come to the

I just need a

the staircase, Theodore appeared in

anxious.

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wrong? Look, I know you’re dying of curiosity, but I swear, nothing happened last

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