Chapter 116 Jealous

Celeste knew exactly when to stand firm and when to feign vulnerability. When Nathaniel was around, she just needed to snuggle up to him, tear up a little, wrap her arms tightly, pout her lips, and look absolutely pitiful. "Mr. Ford... a hug, please?" When Nathaniel glanced down, he saw her looking up at him with a sweet, innocent expression that instantly melted his heart. "Were you scared?" He asked as he gently stroked her hair, full of affection, and then leaned in to kiss her forehead. Celeste shook her head, behaving calmly, and reassured him, "Nope, it was just a slap, not scary at all. " She never feared things that couldn't kill her. But the really dangerous stuff? That she wanted to claim as her own. Her beautiful eyes twinkled with mischief as she softly held his hand. "Mr. Ford, don't be upset with Vivian. She got a bit anxious and acted out, trying to scare me a little. After all, a slap's more about humiliation than hurt, right?" "Humiliation," Nathaniel caught