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.”

a high–ranking position in the military, while the other

status, their demeanor toward Celeste was warm. They extended their hands to

composed and shook their hands

Harold chuckled and gestured for

We’ve always hoped Mr. Newman would introduce us, but everyone’s been busy, and there was never a

and since we happen to have some free time these days, we thought we’d invite you to a meal and

some polite conversation, they began discussing more serious topics–systems, chips,

just sat quietly, eating and drinking

an hour later, Theodore poured Celeste a cup of

at her with deep, experienced eyes. Yet,

“Yes,

Harold, catching on immediately to Theodore’s meaning, interjected with a smile, “Do

answering, “I’m married”

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

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