Chapter 146

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 . ”
The man next to him followed his gaze . Seeing Celeste , he paused .
Xavier noticed and smirked . “ Is she your type ? ”
His friend didn’t answer but asked , “ You know her ? ”
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“ Yeah , ” Xavier replied . “ She’s the woman I told you about the other day – the one Jorge was into at first , but then suddenly lost interest in . ”
His friend studied Celeste . Though this bar wasn’t exactly chaotic , her cool and pure aura stood out against the flashing lights and heavy music .
Instead of blending in , she exuded an air of quiet elegance , as if she had accidentally wandered into this place .
Matthias turned to Celeste . “ Wanna dance ? ”
Celeste didn’t know how to dance , but she was interested in trying . “ Sure . ”
Stepping onto 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 lightly ,
The alcohol was starting to hit , leaving her slightly tipsy . A flush crept onto her cheeks , making her look even more radiant .
Her eyes were bright and glistening , and with every glance , she unknowingly carried a subtle allure – more captivating than usual .
Xavier let out a low curse . “ Damn . 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 temptation . ”
His friend didn’t respond .
At that moment , Celeste felt her phone vibrate . She didn’t stop dancing but pulled out her phone to check . The moment she saw the caller ID , she immediately froze .
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Matthias noticed her change in expression , glanced at her phone , and instantly felt a chill down his spine . “ How come it’s Mr. Newman ? ”
Celeste and Matthias quickly left the dance floor .
As they were heading out , Celeste happened to glance up and saw Xavier and the handsome young man sitting beside him .
She wasn’t familiar with Xavier and quickly looked away , stepping outside with Matthias to take the call .
The moment she answered , her tone was instantly meek . “ Mr. Newman . ”
“ Come pick me up tomorrow at noon . ”
Celeste was stunned . “ Huh ? ” But the call had already ended
Matthias hurriedly asked , “ What did he say ? ”
“ He told me to pick him up tomorrow at noon . ”
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“ He didn’t say why ? And he didn’t ask for me to come too ?!
Celeste shook her head .
Matthias checked his phone . Zachary hadn’t messaged him at all . Instantly , he felt a little betrayed . “ He’s playing favorites . ”
The lively atmosphere of the bar did help ease the mood .
Feeling much better , Celeste playfully patted Matthias’s chest . “ Feeling any better now ? ”
“ No. But if you cover tonight’s bill , I might . ”
“ Got it . ”
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