Chapter 0469

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After a long conversation with Theodore, Peter left the study feeling somewhat more at ease. He needed a shower and to get ready–he was anxious to see Celeste, Unsure if she would be home, he decided to call her first.

“Hello?”

“Celeste?”

“Yes?”

“It’s Peter…”

“I know. You added your number to my phone last time,” she replied with a hint of amusement.

“I just got back from a trip. Would it be alright if I came to see you? I wanted to check if you were free–I wouldn’t want to interrupt any plans.”

“Hmm… No, not really. Spike and I decided to stay in tonight, so if you want, you can come here.”

“I’ll be there in an hour,” Peter said, checking his watch.

“Alright, see you soon,” Celeste replied, feeling a slight flutter in her stomach.

She loved how effortlessly things flowed between them. No drama, no complications–just the budding connection between a man and a wornan who were still getting to know each other.

like a teenager again, rushing to see the girl he liked after school. Before he knew it, he was on his way to her, stopping only to

t–shirt, and a messy bun. Her original plan had been to watch movies with Spike while

threw on a casual yet flattering summer dress–her go–to for looking effortlessly presentable.

last visit. All week, she had thought about that night–his lips on hers, the way his hands had explored her body with care and desire. She could still feel his touch,

breath, she opened the door. Before she could react, Peter pulled her into his arms, his hands on her waist as he kissed her passionately. Caught off

scent, her presence. All week, she had

her to feel his breath on her

her a bouquet of fresh freesias. Celeste’s face lit up with a smile. The previous bouquet he had

I had to throw the last ones out three

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figured. That’s why I brought new

let me go? 1 need

“Oh! Bis

you,” he said with chuckle, releasing

to find a vase, Peter crouched down to greet Spike, the ever–affectionate cat who immediately curled up near

you about to eat?” Peter asked as

when she stepped into the room, she saw him sitting on the couch, already munching on a slice of pizza with Spike sprawled across his

have to admit, my plan was to do nothing all evening–just watch movies

another bite. “I haven’t eaten since yesterday. I couldn’t

didn’t even have

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