Chapter 1169


    Jarred swirled his red wine around and suddenly asked. “Remember that thanksgiving party in high


    school? I had someone tell you I’d be waiting for you at our usual spot Why didn’t you show


    Liam gripped his wine ss, shooting Celeste a cold nce


    Celeste was lost for words


    like walking into a trap


    No particr reason I just didn’t feel like going. I thought we’d cleared everything No need to beat a


    dead horse,” she said.


    Jarred looked down 1 waited for you all night that day


    Before Celeste could respond. Liam cut in. “You should’ve known this could happen when you decided


    to wait. Whom are you ming now?”


    ying the victim card, typical of her ex, he thought


    “Mr. Reed, this is a private matter between Celeste and me.”


    His words implied, Butt out, you’re not involved


    Liam seemed to ignore his hint, “Didn’t Li


    might cause her scandal


    | you she had signed


    Jarred frowned. “Hasn’t she signed with Skyline Media Group? When did Skyline be your


    company?”


    N?vel(D)rama.Org''s content.


    Liam gave him a casual nce, “One of the perks of a bigpany. Mr Wilson, is its wide range of


    operations. You ever consider I might have a stake in your cinema too?


    His words implied, I’m filthy rich


    Celeste couldn’t help butugh


    Liam was hot one to unt his wealth. That was usually her job


    Born into a noble family, Liam was like a native Roman, with a broader perspective than most. He didn’t


    hesitate to ssh the cash on her


    He never cared for materialisticparisons, and his focus was always on capability and effort


    This was the first time Celeste had seen him unt his wealth in front of others, and out of jealousy no


    less.


    She knew Liam was on a mission today Otherwise, he would’ve made his stance clear No need to


    show off his wealth


    His patience was to ensure her n went smoothly


    A man who could distinguish night from wrong on major issues, who wouldn’t be attracted to him.


    Jarred seemed a bit stunned by Liam’s words Regaining hisposure, he chuckled. “It’s just a


    normal interaction between friends, Mr. Reed, no need to be so uptight


    Liam gave him a look but didn’t respond


    Jarred turned to Celeste. “There’s a reunion in a couple of days Want toe?”


    Celeste responded tly. “Sorry, I’m booked ”


    Jared chuckled, seemingly a bit annoyed


    As he was about to leave, he turned to Celeste, Tl be in J City from now on. Don’t you think it’s time to


    fulfill your promise?”


    Celeste was confused


    Liam didn’t know how to react.


    Seeing their expressions, Jarred felt quite pleased. Leaving a vague Tll be waiting behind, he left the


    wedding venue. He only came to show his face. With the ceremony over there was no need to stick


    around.