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Matthias asked , “ So ? ”
Joshua replied , “ Given her background , it’s impressive that she can even be part of our circle , let alone in the circles of the Fleming family and other prominent families . However , Ms. Locket has easily integrated into their core circle and built strong relationships . She’s truly remarkable .
“ Initially , I was puzzled by Trevor’s unexpected appearance at my dinner party . However , I later discovered that he had come to introduce guests to Ms. Locket .
“ Trevor’s effort to build connections for Ms. Locket and bring Beck and others along shows he is serious about her . If she were just a passing interest , he wouldn’t have bothered . With Trevor’s support , the Locket family will thrive in the future . ”
Matthias and Celeste listened intently , yet both remained silent .
In the end , Joshua let out a heartfelt sigh . “ The Locket family is truly fortunate to have a daughter like her . It’s genuinely admirable . ”
As Joshua concluded his speech , Celeste looked around and realized that Trevor and the others had already exited the banquet hall , leaving early . Despite being aware of her presence , Trevor hadn’t cast even a single glance in her direction throughout the entire event .
30 minutes later , Celeste and Matthias departed as well . Upon arriving home , her phone buzzed with a call from
Trevor .
Celeste hesitated , contemplating whether he was calling to reprimand her for seemingly bullying Wynn alongside Matthias . After all , Miles had just given her a warning at the banquet , likely because Trevor had such intentions from the very beginning .
Two seconds later , she answered the phone calmly . “ Hello . ”
Trevor commanded icily , “ Come home . ”
She believed there was no reason for her to return . “ If you have something to say ,
“ Jo has a fever and wants to see you . ” With that , he abruptly ended the call .
just vit . ”
Celeste was taken aback . She grabbed the car keys , slipped on her shoes , and headed out . Upon arriving at the villa , she got out of the car .
Although she noticed Trevor was absent when she walked through the door , it didn’t matter to her . She headed straight to Jordyn’s bedroom on the second floor .
Jordyn was battling a high fever while connected to an IV drip . In her discomfort , she reached out and whispered , Mom , ” seeking comfort in Celeste’s embrace .
Avoiding the needle in Jordyn’s hand , Celeste held ho
“ She threw it all up shortly after eating . ”
close and asked Hannah , “ Has she eaten ? ”
Celeste frowned and inquired the doctor about the details . Turning her attention to Jordyn , who was cuddled in her arms and reluctant to rise , she asked , “ Are you hungry ? I’ll prepare your favorite chicken noodle soup . You can have some once the drip is finished . ”
“ Hmm . ”
Back then , Celeste always took care of her when she was sick . She couldn’t eat the food cooked by others and
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always preferred Celeste’s cooking .
She frowned and asked , “ Where’s Dad ? Is he back yet ? ”
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Celeste was stunned . She thought Trevor had returned when she received his call . Upon entering the room and not seeing him , she assumed he was in the study . After hearing Jordyn , she realized he hadn’t come back yet .
The hotel where the party took place was actually closer to the villa than her current house . Moreover , he departed at least half an hour before she did .
Even if he had intended to drop Wynn off first , he would still be home by now . However , if he hadn’t left right after dropping Wynn off , or if he had no plans to come back tonight , that would be another story .
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