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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.”

followed his gaze. Seeing

smirked. “Is she your

answer but

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

this bar wasn’t exactly chaotic, her cool and pure aura stood out against the flashing lights and

blending in, she exuded an air of quiet elegance, as if she had accidentally wandered into

turned to

know how to dance, but

she followed Matthias‘ lead, moving along with the music. After about a minute, she gradually got

was starting to hit, leaving her slightly tipsy. A flush crept onto her cheeks, making her look even

eyes were bright and glistening, and with every glance, she unknowingly

that conquer–me vibe like Ms. Locket, but she’s got that pure–yet–seductive charm.

His friend didn’t respond.

She didn’t stop dancing but pulled out

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her change in expression, glanced at her phone, and instantly felt a chill down his

Matthias quickly left the

happened to glance up and saw Xavier

familiar with Xavier and quickly looked away,

answered, her tone

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