[9]

“I didn't expect you to pick me up.” Celine looked at the well-built man with a look of disbelief. Her phone rang just as the elevator doors opened, letting her know that he was in the lobby waiting for her.

“Justin asked me to make sure you weren't late for your flight tonight.” The man looked at Celine intently. The girl's look was still the same; a little haughty and seemingly unapproachable. But once she got to know her better, Celine was not unlike Giselle who was too spoiled and when she sulked, the world came crashing down.

“I won't be late,” Celine grumbled unacceptably. “Don't you have a job anyway? Supervising the training for the SEO juniors?”

“If I could do it, I would have done it earlier.” Nico's hand extended to Celine who looked back at him confused. “Your bags and luggage, let me carry them.”

“Gosh, that's not necessary.” Celine laughed. “Come on, I'