Chapter 71: Options

Celine stifled a laugh at Fiona's mischievous grin. "Well, you did a good job, he took your advice to heart," she replied, her tone playful despite the turmoil raging inside her.

Just then, Oliver's voice came through the phone. "Congratulations on your engagement!" he exclaimed, oblivious to the recent tragedy.

"Thank you," Celine managed to say, her smile turning wistful as she thought of Zelda's absence. "I'll call you later, Fiona. Goodbye," she said, ending the call.

Celine sighed heavily, the weight of her thoughts heavy on her shoulders. "How do people achieve a peaceful life?" she wondered aloud, her eyes gazing into the distance. Climbing into bed, she clutched her phone,

Celine's brow furrowed in confusion as she answered the call.

"Hello?" she said, her voice cautious and curious.

"Hello, is this Celine?" the voice on the other end responded, a voice that stirred a sense of recognition.

"Yes, that's me," Celine answered, her apprehension growing by the second. "I hope nothi