Chapter 56

Celine turned her head briefly. "Yes, thank you for taking me. Be careful on the road," she replied briefly before returning her attention to Bryan.  

Nico nodded and got into the car. But before he started the engine, his eyes were still on Celine and Bryan who looked very familiar. Seeing them laughing together, the jealousy in his heart grew stronger.  

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In the Car

While driving to his office, Nico's mind continued to be filled with that scene. Who is Bryan? Why was Celine so close to him? And why does his heart burn every time he imagines the two of them together?  

Nico gripped the steering wheel tightly, trying to shake off the jealousy. "It's just a partnership," he muttered, trying to convince himself. "Maybe they're just old friends. I shouldn't overthink it."  

However, deep in his heart, Nico knew that he couldn't ignore what he had just seen. There were lingering feelings for Celine, and they