Chapter 52 Think you can escape?

"Mr. Ford, care to try some of my goods?" The boss said, motioning for an aide to bring over a batch of pills. Celeste's anger intensified at the sight. However, striking now would blow her cover in front of Nathaniel, and escaping would be tough with so many eyes on them. She gently pulled Nathaniel's arm to hold him back. Nathaniel responded with a reassuring pat on her hand and turned down the boss's offer. "I'm here for business talks. I have no interest in these," he stated firmly. Noticing Celeste's relieved expression out of the corner of his eye, Nathaniel couldn't help but smile. She really cared about him. The boss's mood quickly soured. Nathaniel's refusal meant he was still hesitant and not fully committed to investing! A flash of resentment crossed his eyes as he quickly proposed, "Mr. Ford, can we speak in private?" "Sure," Nathaniel agreed. He had only brought Celeste out to take a break and didn't want her mixed up in any shady activities. Celeste felt a sur