Chapter 17

Celeste’s pride took an unprecedented hit. Nothing was more embarrassing than being looked down on by the person you care about

She didn’t say anything more, unbuckled her seatbelt, and opened the door. Before getting out, she looked back at Liam and asked, “When will we handle the divorce procedures?”

Liam stared at her coldly, “Tomorrow at 3 pm.”

“See you at 3 pm tomorrow then.” Celeste got out of the car and walked along the green belt towards the distance.

She didn’t look back or beg him, walking with determination.

Liam’s face tensed, his fingers tightening, “Drive.”

Owen wanted to ease his anger, “Mr. Reed, this area is still under construction, and the surveillance on the roads is incomplete. It’s not safe for Ma’am to be alone here. How about…”

Owen wanted to say something but was interrupted by Liam’s icy tone, “Drive! Don’t make me say it again!”

Owen had no choice but to shut his mouth.

Celeste walked a bit and heard the car start behind her. Then, with a “bang,” something hit the ground, and Liam’s car drove past her, quickly disappearing from sight.

had given

away, she gritted her teeth and went back to pick up the

it over, and luckily, aside from some dust,

figured there shouldn’t be any problem taking it back. After all, it’s Liam who threw it away, so it should be fine, right?

half of it, and taking the bag away would be reasonable, right? Worst case, she could sell it and share the money with Liam.

that thought, she felt her actions were justified

scaring the

This is

nuts? Just for this thing? This expensive? I don’t even feel

half–dry long hair, teasingly said, “You should’ve

bag, gritting her teeth, “I’m sleeping with it tonight. I want to

as you please, but take some good pictures of it before

take pictures? Post them on Twitter? Are

sat down, “I want to sell it.”

Trisha said in

with Liam tomorrow. After the divorce, I plan to buy a house, preferably near Mercy Hospital, a fully furnished one, for taking care of my mother. I’ve seen houses in that area before, the ones that meet my requirements are pretty expensive. After buying a house, I won’t have much money left. Also, Legend informed me today that I failed my audition, so I’ll be

but that the contract wasn’t ready. They

was that one of their bosses didn’t like my voice, maybe

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things change at the last minute? Do you know who they signed

first place, and there’s no recording of the oral

are just too soft–hearted. If it were me, I would find evidence

lowered her eyes, “I don’t care

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