Chapter 99

Celeste couldn't help but laugh bitterly as she watched Damien defend Lucy. The absurdity of it all was just too much. "Ms. Morin." At that moment, a soft, youthful voice interrupted her thoughts. Celeste turned around and saw Eloise rushing toward her, a bright smile lighting up her face. Celeste had no intention of engaging with Damien. Instead, she turned her attention fully to Eloise, her eyes filled with nothing but affection. The change in Celeste's expression didn't escape Damien's notice. A flicker of displeasure appeared in his eyes. "So it seems like this child can smile after all." Eloise glanced warily behind her and stepped back as if to hide herself from Damien. "Eloise, don't be afraid. Let's go." Celeste shot a sharp look at Damien and quickly led the child toward the roadside. Eloise unconsciously quickened her pace. Damien watched the scene, feeling both amused and frustrated. He wondered how much more terrified Eloise was of him compared to Adrian. After all,