Chapter 8
Celeste was shocked when she leand Julian’s words. She wondered what he meant by sharing the bed. She thought he was very blunt.
Moreover, she couldn’t believe that this man was indeed Julian. He was numored to be cold and distant toward women. But that didn’t seem to be the case.
erwise, he wouldn’t have suppested something so absurd.
Hermind swisted with questions, and Julian seemed to realize he had spoken out of tum. He coughed lightly to cover it up, then resumed his aloof expression and said, “Samuel has taken his bath yet. Ms. Hart, could you help with that?”
Celeste snapped back in reality and quickly responded, “No problem”
It wasn’t until after she answered that she realized how easily the topic had shifted, leaving herabit frustrated. But she wasn’t foolish enough to bring it up again, Resigned, she turned to look for a change of clothes for Summel.
Although Celeste’s apartment was small, it had a whole wardrobe of children’s clothes. She had bought them over the past five years for her child, whom the knew she’d never meet. Despite that, she would still buy one or two outfits each season, just in case
Since Samuel was about the same age, Celeste didn’t have to think twice before grabbing a cou–print pajama set from the top shelf. It looked adorable on Samoel. However, she didn’t have any clothes that would the Johan He didn’t seem to mind.
20 minutes later, Celeste emerged from the bathroom holding Samuel. He was dressed in the cow–pelist pajamas that fit him perfectly–as if they had beenbought Just for him
Jalian fell deep in thought when he noticed this. He wanted to ask her about it but, after a most of hesitation, decided to let it go.
Even if he had asked, celeste wouldn’t have explained, given they had only known each other for less than a day.
Even if they had a doser relationship, she didn’t want to discuss the past. So, she carried Samuel into the bedmom, grabbed a clean blanket, and handed it to Julian “The sofa is small, so you might be uncomfortable.”
“That’s fine. Thank you.”
y brushed against the back of Celeste’s hand.
Julian grabbed the blanket, and his fingers accidentally t
The touch of their skin made Celeste freeze. He cheeks flushed, and she quickly pulled her hand away,
Julian was momentarily lost in thought as he was caught off guard by the softness of her hand. His eyes darkened slightly, and his mind wandered.
For reasons he couldn’t quite explain, his cautiousness toward Celeste seemed to melt away at that moment. It was a feeling he had never experienced before. Something about it was intriguing to him.
Celeste had no idea what juli was thinking. Alter returning to her mom, she grabbed her pajamas and went to take a bath She felt that having a man in the house was inconvenient.
However, Celeste usually wore modest pajamas. Whenshe emerged, star found Julian on the sofa with his eyes dosed, seemingly asleep.
Celeste breathed a genuine sigh of relled, she quietly turned off the lights and prepared to head to her room. Unbeknownst to her, pallan’s eyes had snapped open, and his dark gaze locked onto her departing figure
Her cartoon–printed pajamasclung to herpetite frame, making bar look adorable and immature. Yet, Julian felt an inexplicable rush of blood surging through his body. He was usually very self–controlled, so he was surprised to feel something unusual stirring within him
The door shut with a loud bang.
It took Juliana long time to calm his restlessness. He was filled with disbelief as he realized that he had developed feelings for a woman he barely knew
When Celeste woke up the following day, Julian was already gone.
A note on the table read, “I have an urgent matter to attend to. Please take care of Samuel. I’ll pick him up this evening. Any work–related losses will be compensated.”
Celeste was at a loss for words. She thought it strange that a father would leave their child with a stranger and wondered if he was even worried that she might have bad intentions
Alter quietly venting her frustration, Celeste called her manager to request the off. Initially, she thought it would be impossible, given how busy the company
To her surprise, the manager agreed immediately.
know Ford Corporation has already informed us that you are discussing the party details with them. Celeste, this deal depends on you. Make sure to seize this opportunity. If you succeed, I’ll give you a tea–leusand dollar bonus at the end of the month!”
Celeste was astonished. That amount could cover her mother’s medical expenses for several months. She never expected that by helping sampel, she would receive saci a generous benefit.
Meanwhile, Nancy was updating julian on the day’s schedule in the CSXP’s office at Ford Corporations,
“You have an executive company meeting at 9:00 am and a shareholders‘ meeting at 10:00 At 11:00 am, there’s a conference meeting with our overseas branch You have another meeting with Mr. Gale from Pacific Bank at 2:00 pen. Mr. Thome from Fro Group has scheduled a golf game with you at four o’clock. And at seven In the evening, you must join Mr. Sawyer Senior’s birthday dinner.”
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Julian was focused on the documents at hand. He replied without lifting his head, “I will chair the three meetings in the morning. Have Marcus attend the activities atter that in my place.”
Just as Nancy was about in respond, someone exclaimed from the door, “Why am I bombarded with a long list of work tasks the moment I niye? You must be Insane, Julian! I’ve just returned from a business trip. Thaven’t even got a moment to catch my breath!”
It was Mannes Ford, the second son of the Fond family and also the second incharge of Ford Corporation
Although he looked like a playhny, he was as competent as Julian in business matters. He was also handsome and charming. He was the face of Ford Corporation, appearing before the media and winning the admiration of women.
His popularity was rivaled only by Julian’s
Marcus had just entered the room, but looked like he was getting ready to flee.
Julian looked up slowly, his gaze sharp, and commanded fimly, “Come in!”
Marcus sighed and shuffled in
Nancy greeted him sympathetically, “ME.Marens.”
Marcus waved in acknowledgment and handed a document to Jalian. He was only there to deliver the documents and was caught off guard by Julian’s requests. “Julian, I have plans tonight. I might not be able to stand in for you
Julian replied coldly, “You go out every day. You can slap tod
“That’s not true! I’ve put in a lot of effon to get this date!” Mam protested.
Julian scoffed. “All you do is drink and play. Why don’t you do something useful for once? Why not marry a good woman? I’m sure Moth and Dad would be pleased,” Marcus stumbled backward in shock
“Julian, don’t bring up such a terrifying topic. I’m a bachelor I won’t give up my life for some woman, just look at Dad. He’s completely under Mom’s control. I feel pity for his lifel
“You’re not young anymore. Mom brought some photos of some women she chose. They’re not bad I could arrange a date for you,” Julian said coldly.
Marcos responded indignantly, “I’m not old! I’m only 27. You’re two years older than me and not married. So why should I be in a hurry?”
Julian suddenly fell silent and said, “It might happen 100n.
