Life at the Top

“Let’s go for a walk,” Celine said abruptly to Jasper when they had almost reached the hotel.

Jasper was startled but then realized his entire body smelled like booze. It was a good idea to get some air and clear his mind. Thus, he got Julian to pull the car over before he and Celine got out.

It was already past ten at night, but Waterhoof City was not the least bit deserted. You could still see lots of people making their way around.

As they strolled on the sidewalk, Celine turned and gazed somewhat drunkenly at Jasper as she said, “Why are you so far away from me? Are you scared I’ll eat you up?”

When Jasper, who had been standing behind Celine, heard that, he immediately walked up to Celine and stood next to her before saying, “Is this close enough for you?”

Celine did not say anything. She reached out, took hold of Jasper’s arm, and put her head on his shoulder. She said with a smile, “This is better.”

Then, she pointed to a couple standing by the road and said, “Look, they’re doing it like this.”

arm away as he said, “Miss

tightened her hold on Jasper’s arm as she said dismissively,

already married,” Jasper

she let go of Jasper’s arm and smiled meaningfully, saying, “Yes, I’m

woman in an unhappy

head. He had no interest in the relationships of other married couples, nor did

We only got together due to a mix of interests. Him, his parents, and

are you satisfied?”

said, “Of course, I’m satisfied. He’s handsome, rich, capable, and is an illustrious person. He’s the perfect husband no matter how you look at him. What kind of woman wouldn’t want to marry a

relationships are built on a foundation of materialism. Or are you unwilling to be with

shook her head. “I’m

and stood in front of a display in a department store. She was staring unblinkingly at a pair of red high heels the mannequin had on its

Celine said as she