When Her "Death" Couldn't Break Him (Cecilia and Nathaniel)

Chapter 1971 Kneel And Drink

Eric had only just gotten back from Drocver. He'd been wanting to reach out to

Cecilia, but couldn't come up with a good enough reason.

Eventually, he found his chance. With a few actors in tow, he headed over to

Cecilia's company.

"Ms. Ceci, I thought you'd forgotten all about me," Eric said, wearing a pitiful look.

Cecilia gave a small sigh, looking a bit exasperated. "Haven't I been busy lately?"

As soon as she said that, she turned to glance at the actors standing nearby. "Are

they up to the task?"

"Relax," Eric said. "All they have to do is act like some high-society woman

making things difficult for someone. That's easy." He paused. "Anyway, I'll be

there with them. If they mess up, I can step in and guide them."

He made it sound like he was mentoring them, but the truth was, Eric just wanted

a chance to get closer to Cecilia.

"You're coming with us too?" Cecilia asked.

"What, you don't think I can handle it?" Eric said, lowering his head dramatically.

"Sigh... It's been so long, our friendship's gotten cold."

Cecilia shook her head quickly. "Of course, not. I was just worried you might be

too busy."

all," Eric replied firmly. "Come on, let's

comes up later, you better

said, it was hard for Cecilia

place where Magnus had taken refuge,

Charlotte and Eric along.

had planned to leave the country, but things

he was beaten

stolen. He was now stuck in

right on time

found work.

contacted the manager

observe what was

and waited for Magnus to

long ago, had since healed enough

and dress him

decent-looking host.

act together today, or don't bother

he

well-compensated."

"Okay."

his past

manager's warning.

could see Magnus' situation. She was surprised to see

transformation.

person

the neighboring private room, where

greeted him according to the script

"Come here."

moment he heard the command, Magnus walked

hesitation.

glass of wine he handed

song

"All right," Magnus said.

up the mic and started singing, just as she told him to. At