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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.”

him followed

and smirked.

but asked, “You

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told you about the other day–the one Jorge was into at first, but

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

exuded an air of quiet elegance, as if she had accidentally

to

didn’t know how to dance, but she was interested in

moving along with the music. After about a minute, she gradually

A flush crept onto her cheeks,

were bright and glistening, and with every glance, she unknowingly carried a subtle allure–more captivating

let out a low curse. “Damn. Ms. Rodriguez might not have that conquer–me vibe

His friend didn’t respond.

didn’t stop dancing but pulled out her

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her phone, and instantly felt a chill down his

and Matthias quickly left the dance

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

and quickly looked away,

answered, her tone was