Chapter 88 You should only be thinking of me

After swapping her mask and clothes for something more casual, Celeste found herself being whisked away by Sophia for a quick drink. She just made it back before midnight. Nathaniel was already there, waiting in the living room. His tall figure loomed in the dim light, casting a somber shadow that made the whole room feel more oppressive. Celeste sensed trouble immediately. She had spent too much time at the underground market and got home later than expected, which clearly upset Nathaniel. "Mr. Ford?" With no way to avoid confrontation, Celeste cautiously spoke up, hoping to diffuse his anger. Nathaniel gave her a measured look, his voice deep and cold, "Where have you been?" "Just out with friends." "All this time?" His lips curled into a skeptical smile. "You were in danger just a few days ago and yet you seem to have forgotten all about it." "It was just for today. I was at the mall in the city center, really." "The shopping mall?" Nathaniel moved closer, his eyes narrowi