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After hanging up, Celeste went back to work.

After a full mental workout, she was already feeling much better.

At that moment, Matthias called. “Wanna hang out?”

Half an hour later, Celeste arrived at the bar.

Matthias came out to meet her and asked, “Want a drink?”

Celeste hesitated for a second before saying, “Yeah, a little.”

Matthias leaned in to take a closer look at her. “Not in a good mood?”

“I’m much better now.”

Matthias didn’t press further and ordered her a low alcohol cocktail.

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Celeste held the glass, taking small sips while listening to Matthias chat with his friends. Neither of them noticed that someone upstairs at the bar counter was watching them.

Xavier commented, “So, it’s her and Matthias.”

next to him followed his

and smirked.

but asked,

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woman I told you about the other day–the one Jorge was

her cool and pure aura stood out

in, she exuded an air of quiet elegance, as if

turned to

to dance, but she

the dance floor, she followed Matthias‘ lead, moving along with the music. After about a minute, she gradually got used to it, relaxing as she swayed

her slightly tipsy. A flush crept onto her

every glance, she unknowingly carried a subtle allure–more captivating

vibe like Ms. Locket, but she’s got that pure–yet–seductive charm. She’s practically a

His friend didn’t respond.

stop dancing but pulled out her phone to check. The moment she saw the caller ID, she

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instantly felt a chill down his

quickly left

out, Celeste happened to glance up and saw

wasn’t familiar with Xavier and quickly looked away, stepping outside with

her tone was instantly

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