Chapter 640:

Cedric turned his gaze away, speaking without emotion.

“No.

You can leave now. Close the door behind you.”

Nina curled her red lips into a smile.

“Are you upset? This wine is really good. Want to give it a try? It has an amazing taste.” She raised the bottle of wine and, without waiting for his response, walked into the room with it.

Nina uncorked the bottle of wine with practiced ease, a skill that spoke of experience. Before Cedric could even furrow his brows, she had already filled their glasses and set them neatly in front of him and Ryan. Nina’s alcohol tolerance had been honed deliberately, and she could outdrink almost anyone—a fact that wasn’t far from the truth.

Ryan and Cedric, for their part, were no strangers to holding their liquor. As the alcohol worked its magic, Ryan’s tongue loosened. With a mischievous grin, he turned to Nina as she took her seat.

“So, are you into Cedric?”

curling on her lips as a blush

my league. He’s like a star shining high in the heavens, and I’m just a tiny speck of dust on the earth—completely unworthy.” While speaking, Nina’s eyes flickered up, her

hold his attention, she worked tirelessly to find topics of conversation, all while

drink with little hesitation. Ryan matched him drink for drink, and despite Nina having made

worlds

of wine?” Ryan asked, casting a glance at the collection of

it,” Nina said, spreading her hands in mock defeat. She had hoped Ryan would take the hint and leave, but instead, Cedric rose to his feet and said, “If we’re out, you two should

Cedric’s words, Nina quickly

remembered—I’ve got a bottle of excellent vintage at

two stay put, and I’ll bring it

Nina pulled out her phone and dialed

actually drank your

brimmed with

They’re upstairs right now, waiting for it. Mom, you still have those century-old bottles, right? Please send someone to bring them over. After tonight, Cedric will

Elyse sounded doubtful.

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