Chapter 317
Not only did Gideon answer every question without missing a beat, but when the subject of marriage came up, he shot a meaningful glance at Celestine. “Grandpa, I’m currently single. Never dated, and certainly never married.”
Celestine did her best to keep her composure, staring at her shoes as if she could will herself invisible.
Her toes curled with embarrassment.
Not long ago, she’d made a fool of herself over a misunderstanding about Gideon being married.
Now, listening to him clarify everything so seriously, she wished she could crawl into a hole and disappear all over again.
Grandpa really did know how to pick the worst possible topics.
Luther nodded thoughtfully. “You know, Gideon, you do look awfully familiar to me.” Celestine’s heart skipped a beat. If the conversation went any further, her grandfather would probably drag out Gideon’s entire family tree.
And with the way Gideon answered questions, she had no doubt he’d happily provide every detail.
Thinking fast, she made up an excuse and whisked him away.
“Weren’t you going to fetch Grandpa’s medication? This isn’t even the right floor,” Gideon suddenly reminded her.
Celestine shook her head, finally voicing what had been on her mind. “Mr. Prescott, my grandfather might’ve misunderstood something earlier. Please don’t take it to heart.”
That look her grandfather–and Pete, for that matter–had given Gideon, the guarded tone in their voices, reminded her of the first time she’d brought Chester home.
She could sense right away they’d gotten the wrong idea about her relationship with Gideon…
Gideon’s gaze darkened, but his voice was gentle. “It’s fine. If you just let me know.”
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Trailing behind them, Vernon was all ears, determined to blend into the scenery
Honestly, Miss Selwyn just didn’t understand the young master at all.
He’d be thrilled if people misunderstood things even more!
He hadn’t even needed to come himself today–a couple of bodyguards would’ve been enough to sort out the Selwyn family’s troublemakers.
But the moment he’d mentioned Miss Selwyn’s name to the young master, Gideon canceled his meeting without a second thought.
Sometimes Vernon wished his boss actually said what he was thinking.
And Miss Selwyn? Oblivious as ever!
Well, clearly it was time for him to step in.
“Mr. Prescott, your postponed meeting has been officially canceled. The Global Bid Summit is set to restart in about an hour. Is there anything else you’d like me to arrange?”
Celestine’s expression shifted when she realized Gideon had delayed an important meeting just for her.
She bit her lip, guilt flickering across her face. “I’m sorry for keeping you from your work again. I wanted to treat you to lunch, but business comes first. You should go.”
Gideon managed a tight smile, forcing out a quiet, “Alright.”
He flashed a warning look at Vernon, sharp enough to make his intent clear.
Did he really have to announce everything?
Vernon promptly pretended to study the ceiling.
Wow, these lights were really… round.
Great, now he’d be burning the midnight oil again.
Celestine personally walked Gideon out of the hospital.
As his car finally disappeared from view, her expression grew complicated.
Suddenly, it hit her–something she’d overlooked all along.
Gideon could very well be the head of that Prescott Group she’d heard so much
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The Global Bid Summit only involved the biggest corporations in partnership with state enterprises.
There were fewer than ten companies allowed into the bidding event.
And of all the top ten firms in Oceanview City, only one had the name Prescott.
She should’ve put it together sooner.
Everything matched up.
Celestine felt a shiver of relief–and a twinge of regret–that she’d never let slip any offhand remarks about the Prescott Group in front of Gideon.
The realization of his true identity hit her like a tidal wave.
But that only strengthened her resolve: she would work harder than ever, stand tall, and become a legitimate partner to the Prescott Group–meet him as an equal.
She made her silent vow.
And then walked straight into someone blocking her path.
“Lost in thought again? You could at least watch where you’re going.”
Celestine apologized automatically, only to look up and see she’d run into Serena.
Serena, however, wasn’t about to let it slide. Her face was thunderous as she snapped, “Celestine, my brother’s still in the hospital and you’re already busy chasing after someone new? Don’t you think that’s a little fast?”
