Chapter 100 I Was Just... Jealous

Nathaniel cradled Celeste, trying to soothe her. But she continued to squirm, her eyes red as she accused him. "You did that on purpose! You knew it hurt, yet you didn't ease up at all." Her soft fingers jabbed Nathaniel hard as she said, "You just don't care about me!" "I didn't..." Nathaniel began to object instinctively. But as he was about to speak, he realized he hadn't been considerate towards Celeste, especially tonight. He had been so caught up in his own desires that he completely overlooked her feelings. He was very upset with himself now. "Sorry, that was my fault." "Please forgive me, darling... I didn't mean it; I just got carried away today." "That guy, Arlo, how he looked at you really annoyed me. I was just... jealous." Nathaniel's voice was raspy as he poured his heart out to her. His large hand rested on her back, clumsily patting and soothing her. He was as gentle as if he were comforting a baby. Seeing Nathaniel act like he was coaxing a baby made Celes