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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 gaze. Seeing Celeste,

noticed and smirked. “Is

answer but asked,

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replied. “She’s the woman I told you about the other day–the

wasn’t exactly chaotic, her cool and

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

turned to

know how to dance, but

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

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

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

Ms. Rodriguez might not have that conquer–me vibe like Ms. Locket, but she’s got that pure–yet–seductive charm. She’s practically a walking

His friend didn’t respond.

vibrate. She didn’t stop dancing but pulled out her phone to check.

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her change in expression, glanced at her phone, and instantly felt

Matthias quickly left the dance

they were heading out, Celeste happened to glance up and saw Xavier and the handsome young

familiar with Xavier and quickly looked away, stepping

she answered, her tone