Chapter 118

In the distance, Celine could see the blue and white balloons and lights hanging outside Elise and Luke’s house.

Since she hadn’t been to this place in a year, she felt a sudden rush of anxiousness. Times when she and Leon were still visiting Baby Lukas. Now she’s the only one going; she has to put aside her anger towards Leon even if it’s just tonight for Baby Lukas.

Luke turned to Celine. She received a warm welcome. “Hi, thanks for coming.”

She felt relieved when she hugged Luke. “Thanks, Luke.”

“Come on; Baby Lukas is waiting for you inside.”

Celine smiled and followed Luke into the house.

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Inside the car, Leon felt different. He knew that he and Celine would see each other again tonight; after their unpleasant conversation a few days ago, he seemed to doubt seeing her. He was aware that Celine wouldn’t look happy to see him either.

“I didn’t expect that your nephew is a year old now, Leon,” Kallen said.

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