The Breaking Point of Love

Chapter 147

Of course, that was just a joke. There was no way Matthias would actually let Celeste pay.

Besides, he was also worried that Zachary might find out he had taken Celeste out drinking at a bar. So, after settling the bill at the counter, he left with her.

The next day at noon, Celeste drove to Zachary’s villa to pick him up.

Once Zachary got in the car, she asked, “Mr. Newman, where are we going?”

Zachary gave her an address.

Half an hour later, they arrived at a restaurant. A waiter led them to a private dining room.

When they pushed the door open, two men were already seated inside. Both were middle–aged men with imposing presences.

Seeing them enter, the two men stood up. “You’re here.”

Zachary, as indifferent as ever, introduced them, “Theodore Robinson, Harold Jennings. My student, Celeste Rodriguez.”

seen them in the news before. One held a high–ranking position in the military, while

They extended their hands to shake hers.” We’ve heard a

off guard, she remained composed and shook their hands respectfully. ” That’s something I should

and gestured for her

heard about you for years. We’ve always hoped Mr. Newman would introduce us, but everyone’s been

been studying the system you developed, and since we happen to have some free time these days, we thought we’d invite you to a meal

some polite conversation, they began

just sat quietly, eating and

poured Celeste a cup of tea,

the teapot and gazed at her with deep, experienced eyes. Yet, his expression remained gentle.

nodded. “Yes, I’m

immediately to Theodore’s meaning, interjected with a

moment before answering, “I’m married” Though she’d

was speaking to, it wasn’t appropriate to discuss her personal affairs, so she didn’t elaborate. Theodore and Harold were clearly

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