When Celine stepped out of the bathroom, Adam was already gone. He was likely summoned away by Carl
Just then, her phone rang It was Lacy.
by Carly’s call. She curled her lips in self–mockery.
Celine picked up the call Lucy said warmly, “Carly has invited some friends over today. Why don’t you join us?”
Since when was Lucy so kind?
Celine’s voice was calm. “Alright, I’ll head over now.”
Robin got the news and rushed over immediately. “Celine, I don’t trust Lucy. That scumbag Larry is out of prison. Are you sure you want to go to the Tate Manor?
Celine remained composed. “There’s something I need to confirm
Robin was worried. So she decided to accompany Celine to Tate Manor.
The Tate Manor was bustling. Carly had invited several of her friends, including Benjamin and a few wealthy heirs from their social circle.
Benjamin’s expression darkened the moment he saw Celine. “Celine, what are you doing here?”
Carly answered with a bright smile, Benjamin, I invited her.”
“Carly, why would you do that? We don’t want to hang out with her.” Benjamin clearly disliked Celine.
Celine wasn’t angry at all. She blinked her long eyelashes and looked at Benjamin, the little tyrant of the group. Smiling faintly, she said, “I don’t want to play with a rookie either.” Benjamin was exasperated. He wasn’t a rookie He was a pro!
The shame of being crushed in their last gaming match still haunted him. He shot to his feet. “Celine, let’s see if you dare play another match with me!”
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