Chapter 20
Celeste felt uncomfortable by Marcus gaze. When she heard the inexplicable hint of teasing in his tone, she felt hercheeks burning. Feeling even more awinwand,
said, “No, no. I’m here to see Samuel.”
“Huh? Sam? Why are you looking for him? Mascus smile disappeared, and he seemed disappointed.
Celeste hadn’t expected him to react that way. After some hesitation, she said, “What’s wrong? can’t I see him?
Marcus waved his hand and said, “It’s not that you can’t see him. It’s just that my parents took him with them this moming, so you won’t be able to meet him right
After a pause, he smiled again like a cunning fox. He continued, “But it you want to see my brother, he’s definitely available!”
To Marcus, hilian had to be available, even if he wasn’t!
Celeste hesitated and felt as It Marcus was lying.
Julian had to be the kind of person who had a lot on his plate every single day. He wouldn’t even have the time for his meals. There was no way he would be available.
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Celeste felt that it wouldn’t be a good idea to bother him about this not then, a thought struck her.
She had promised Samuel that she’d give him an unforgettable birthday party, but now that she was fired, she had to tell Saul about it. And since Samuel was away, should only talk to pullan about it.
At the thought of this, Celeste said, “Well, I can meet him if he doesn’t mind it.”
“Of course he won’t! It won’t bother him at all! It’s you, julian definitely won’t say anything!”
Ferhaps he might even be happy to be bothered!
When the time came, Marcus could even use that to have plan give him the prototype of a top–end Maybach he had been yearning for
post the thought of it made him happy
The more Marcus thought about it, the more excited and enthusiastic he became. He said, “Come on Follow me. I’ll take you to see my brother!
Celeste nodded. “Thank you.”
Marcus led her into the building. Then, they took julian’s private elevator to the top floor
Meanwhile, Julian was busy and engrossed in his mountain of documents in the CEO/xoffice.
Suddenly, he heard a knock on the door.
Without raising his head, he said, “Comein.”
Marcus pushed the door open and walked in with clear following behind, looking arcanul curiously.
Julian’s office was extremely sophisticated. It had lots of space and shuple fumishings, but it also had a hint of elegance and a rich visual ambiance,
The wall in the comer was hollowed out and designed with floor–to–ceiling windows so that the mom would have plenty of light. And since the view was so wide, anyone could overlook the entire city when they stood there,
celeste exhaled in awe at the office—it was majestic and befitting of the CDO of Lord Corporation.
As she thought about this, she looked around before her eyes finally landed on the man behind the desk
When Celestesaw him, she was amazed.
At this moment, Julian was only wearing a white shirt. His tie was loose, and two buttons on his coflar were unbuttoned, revealing his beautiful collarbones. His suit jacket was draped on the back of his chair, and he had rolled his sleeves back to the rook of his arms.
He also wore a pair of gold–rimmed glasses on the bridge of his nose and was staring intently at the documents in his hand. He exuded an air of elegance in spite of his indifferent demeanor.
Celeste was stunned. She couldn’t help but think that serious men were the most dashing.
Julian was a masterpiece created by the heavens. Coupled with his elegance, he left everyone defenseless again his beauty.
As Celeste was busy admiring his beauty, Marcus had already on over to Julian, trying to score brownie points for hisettoos. Julian, look who I’ve brought in!”
Julian had initially thought that his assistant had come into his office, so he ignored them. However, when he heard Marcus voice, he slowly looked up from his
documents.
After a brief glance, be froze when he saw Celeste.
when their eyes met, Celeste’s cheekumed wann again. She felt a little embarrassed she’d been caught ogling at him
She looked slightly shy as she greeted, “Mr. Julian.”
A glint appeared in Julian’s dack page. He returned to his senses, put down his documents, and asked, “What are you doing here?”
Celeste then walked over to him. Embarrassed, she said, “Sorry to bother you. I came to pass something to Samuel, but Mr. Marcus told me that he isn’t around. 1 thought I should hand it to you first.”
“Let’s sit down and talk” Julian wasn’t unhappy with her for bothering him at all. On the contrary, three was a subtle hint of excitement in his gaze.
He immediately stood up and gracefully led Celeste toward the soda
Meanwhile, Marcus smacked his lip as he watched them,
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This lady was really something. She’d actually managed to make julian–who put his job above everything else to stop working.
Julian had put down his documents so quickly!
Marcus immediately decided to butter Celeste up from now on so he would have an ally when jalan inevitably directed his displeasure at him again At the thought of this, he became even more attentive and even poured some coffee for Celeste.
His actions flattered Celeste, and she thanked him profusely, “Thank you, Mr. Marcus.”
Marcus waved his hand and bluntly said, “You don’t have to thank me. We’re all family here.”
Celeste was a little confused.
Family?
Hart, what did you say you wanted to give Samuel?
Before she could respond, julian interupted bertrain of thought, saying, ”
“Huh Oh. “Celeste retumed to her senses and hurriedly took out a velvet box from berbag. Then, she handed it over and said, “This box.” After Jultan took the bow, he opened in and saw a tinely–crafted necklace inside. It was just the right size for a child.
Marcus also saw the necklace and immediately recognized the horoscope on its pendant. He exclaimed, “‘s Sam’s horoscope!”
Celeste felt a little embarrassed and said with a smile, well, I couldn’tation any expensive gifts, so I picked this necklace as his birthday gift
Julian frowned at her words. Then, he closed the box and sad. “It isn’t Samuel’s birthday yet.”
“Uknow, but… Celeste suddenly became a little nervus She unconsciously clenched her hands on her skirt, finding hand to say what she wanted to say.
Julian witnessed every change in her expression. He asked, “Ms. Hart, you can just say whatever you want.”
Celeste took a deep breath and suddenly stood up before giving solemn nod
Heractions surprised Marcus. Haped off the sofa and asked, “Hey, what swing? Why are you being so serious?
Julian also frowned and asked in confusion, “Ms. Hast, what are you
Celeste was too ashamed to even face Julian, so she could only keep her head down as she said what she wanted to say, “Me Julian, I’m here to apologize to you and Samuel I’m sorry. It’s about the plans for Samuel’s birthday party.
