The Breaking Point of Love

Chapter 16

Jordyn wasn’t embarrassed or timid about having pushed or insulted Sylvia publicly earlier, and she didn’t care what other kids thought of her.

Yet as Celeste prepared to leave, she found herself reluctant to let go. “Mom…”

“Yes?” Celeste hugged her back, her voice warm. “What is it?”

“I want to

Jordyn suddenly remembered how long it had been since she last had one of Celeste’s home–cooked meals. The thought made her feel a pang of longing.

But before the words left her mouth, she recalled she had plans to watch Wynn’s competition that evening. Her eyes flickered with hesitation, and she let go of Celeste.

“It’s nothing.”

Celeste’s cooking, could wait as she could enjoy it anytime. Watching Wynn’s competition, on the other hand, a rare opportunity.

Without much deliberation, Jordyn made her choice.

“Alright, then. Hurry inside and don’t keep your teacher waiting.”

“Okay.”

was

finally released her hold, but before stepping into the classroom, she turned back and added, “Mom, don’t forget to call me

with a

then did Jordyn

and watched as Jordyn confidently introduced

Celeste left the school and headed to Fleming Group for

at her desk with

Zeke said. “She’ll be taking over

and dressed in designer brands from head to toe. She

of scrutiny, she masked it with a bright smile and extended her hand in greeting “Ms. Rodriguez,

her hand politely. “The pleasure’s

continued, “I just graduated from Trellis College this June with my master’s degree. Ms. Rodriguez, where

suggested she might not have much work experience. Still,

well have unique strengths that made her suitable for the role. After all,

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the team leader despite her colleagues‘ higher

thought, Celeste cut

Sanders, we have a meeting shortly. Let’s focus on

of course! Sorry for getting sidetracked. Let’s

way to the meeting, Naomi leaned closer and asked in a low voice, “I’ve heard Mr. Fleming is incredibly handsome.

honestly,