“Congratulations on winning your case, Mrs. Celeste Lombardi!”“Congratulations, Mrs. Costa-Lombardi!”“May this event mark your flourishing~”“More wins to come for both the Costa and Lombardi families!”Celeste was greeted with a flood of compliments and congratulations after the live broadcast of the court's verdict.She wasn’t only congratulated on her wedding, but also on winning the case against Governor Demetrio Allegra.After mingling with the high-society families, Celeste found an opportunity to make her way to her own family.“Nanay Lordes!” She hugged her mother tightly, finally reunited after such a long time apart.Lordes laughed joyfully. “Oh, my child! I’m so proud of you, Celeste.” She returned the hug just as tightly, then held her face with shining eyes. “You did it, my child. Finally, that old demon is in prison!”Celeste laughed softly and shook her head. “Nanay, we did it. I couldn’t have done this alone. We did it together. You don’t have to worry about the prov
"What do you mean, Felip?" Celeste asked curiously.Felip let out a harsh breath, his concern evident in his expression. "When I first saw you walking down the aisle earlier, I expected to see that sweet smile on your face, the one you have when you're truly happy. But from then until now, I haven't seen you smile once. You also made several mistakes during the wedding ceremony, and you're usually such a perfectionist. It's like you were in another world."Celeste fell silent."And your gown—yeah, it was beautiful, but why did it look damp and dirty? It's like no one else noticed there was something wrong with the bride. Not even your husband seemed to care. He was grinning like a fool, and I felt like smacking him."Celeste inhaled sharply and shook her head. "It's not what you think, Felip. You're misinterpreting everything. Everything's fine—""I'm worried about you because it's obvious you're not okay," Felip said, his brows furrowing. "Tell me the truth. Did something bad happen?
When Celeste and Felip returned to the main building, they were both caught off guard by a commotion.“Waah! Why are you doing this to me, Semion? You told me I was special! You said we had something special!” A woman was crying, clinging to Semion’s waist.“Oh my god! She did not!”“She’s had way too much to drink; that’s why!”“She’s been drinking all night; no wonder she’s lost it!”Celeste’s eyebrows slowly knitted together as she walked towards the crowd. She observed the scene unfolding before her.Semion had his arms raised in the air, one of which was holding a drink. He placed it on a passing waiter’s tray, clearly displeased by the situation.“Please, let go, Jessa.” Semion used one hand to push away the woman who was clinging to him, practically burying her entire body against his.“I-I waited! Huhu, I waited for years after that night! I believed you’d come back for me! But why did you marry someone else? And why did you marry a woman who was already taken by another man?!
Semion was too stunned to speak. His eyes struggled to meet Celeste’s suspicious gaze. His mouth opened, but no words came out. Instead, he swallowed hard, trying to clear his throat.He straightened up, turning his attention to the people around them before finally responding to Celeste’s lingering question. “Jessa was just another woman I met years ago. Whatever happened between us will stay in the past.” He attempted to smile but faltered when he looked back at Celeste. “Wife, I’m not hiding anything from you. Whatever you ask me, I’ll answer truthfully.”From the change in Celeste’s expression, Semion realized she wasn’t pleased with his answer.“If that’s the case, I’ll ask you now.” Celeste faced him seriously. “What about me? Do I belong to ‘another woman you just met’? In the future, will I just be someone who stays in your past?”“What?” Semion was caught off guard, his brows furrowing in surprise. “Celeste, of course not. You’re my wife now. Okay, I know our marriage started
"Hey, Luca! You're not allowed to drink alcohol, you're still underage!" Settie grabbed the drink from the young boy. "I'll tell on you to your sister, I’m warning you! And look, your parents are just at the other table!""They won't care even if you do." Luca shrugged indifferently, snatching the glass back from her and gulping down the alcohol."Oh no!" Settie exclaimed. Being in a wheelchair, she couldn't reach the glass that Luca held out of her reach. "Alcohol is bad for a kid's body!""I'm not a kid anymore!" Luca snapped like a spoiled brat. "Don't you know, I even protected my sister-in-law from assassins? So what makes you think I can't handle alcohol?""Huh? Assassins? Are you talking about those in online games?" Settie raised an eyebrow, looking up at the tall boy. Even though he was only thirteen, he was already as tall as a fifteen-year-old, likely the result of being well-nourished. If Settie could stand, her 5'2" height would be dwarfed by this kid! For the first time,
“S-Semion…”Celeste gasped as Semion’s soft lips descended on her neck. Biting her lower lip, she dug her nails into the luxurious fabric of his black coat.“Mmhhmmp!” She couldn't help but moan at the sensations coursing through her.The room was dark, perhaps because as soon as they entered, Semion had seized her with a kiss, like a thirsty stranger.Her plan to shower and change into comfortable clothes was quickly forgotten due to what Semion was doing to her body.His large hand slid up her dress, moving toward her underwear. Semion’s fingers pressed down on her lower body with a mixture of intensity and possessiveness. Celeste felt it acutely when he suddenly bit her neck!“Ahh!” She cried out in pain, her throat dry as she gasped for breath.“My wife,” Semion’s warm breath invaded her ear, making her shiver and raising the hair on her arms. “I want to mark you as mine…” He kissed the spot he had bitten. “Just for me…” He licked the mark. “All mine.” His teeth brushed against he
Celeste leaned back against the wall as she sat on the low cabinet. The items that were neatly stacked there earlier were now scattered across the floor.Her heartbeat was as rapid as her breaths as she watched Semion’s head between her parted legs.This was the second time he had lowered himself like that in front of her. She was used to seeing Semion with his head held high, as if he never bowed to anyone. But now, the scene before her was the complete opposite.There was something in her feelings she couldn’t explain, despite the darkness enveloping the room and the single dim light providing scant illumination.He was torridly kissing her intimate parts, just like how he had kissed her lips earlier. Hungry and thirsty for her essence.“Ahhh… Ummm, ahhh!” The heat was overwhelming. She was leaking slick fluids that mingled with Semion’s lips and tongue. The addicting sound only ignited every muscle in her body.She gasped for air as Semion spread her long legs further apart. The on
Celeste woke up the next morning feeling like she had just competed in a championship sport the night before—her body was sore and battered.She rubbed her eyes, stretching and turning her gaze to the man beside her, who was holding her tightly.Sunlight was streaming onto his handsome face. It was no longer the early morning peek but rather noon.She lifted her weak arm to smooth out Semion's thick, disheveled hair. Her eyes traced his prominent brows and long eyelashes. She ran her fingertip down his high nose and over his thin lips.Then she realized Semion was awake, as he couldn’t suppress the corners of his mouth lifting into a smile. His cheeks also rose, trying to fight returning to their usual state.Unable to help herself, she smiled and closed her eyes. “S-Se…” She stopped, her voice hoarse, likely from all the shouting and cheering from the previous night’s joy. “Are… um, have you been awake for a while?”“No.” His eyes remained closed.She tried to remove Semion’s heavy a