(A few months earlier)
Justin crumpled the file in front of him. it was strong enough that some parts looked torn and disorganized again. in front of him, Hans looked down. "What have you done to dispel this news?"
"I asked Geno to raise the vlog Celine made during the Danoone-sponsored trip. As well as some recent commercials involving Celine."
Justin was still not satisfied with that answer because he knew that the result would not be able to cover up the news that could put them all on the verge of a major crisis. "Other than that?"
"The public's attention is also starting to turn towards Giselle's love affair with the much-talked-about mystery man."
"Keep raising that news. Tell Giselle, if possible, create a situation where they go out together in a public place."
Hans was stunned. "But Giselle won't like it if we ask for something like this."
"Give me the report you brought."
"But, Boss."
Justin didn't take much offense. "Call Celine immediately. I want to talk to her."
Hans couldn't help but let out a long sigh. He rushed out and headed to the training ground where Celine was there with Ursula. Preparing for a joint fashion show between SEO and Jims Co. Justin's collaboration to continue to collaborate with many new brands that have high selling points. Where in addition to being able to continue to maintain the names of its models to be at the top, the benefits obtained are also not a small amount.
Not to mention, each of the senior SEO models are now venturing into the world of acting and often share their daily activities. And because of this, the four of them are getting more and more famous and have a lot of important roles in terms of promotion.
Unfortunately... it's not an easy thing to withstand damaging news.
Especially those related to scandals.
Like now. In the file that could still be seen, there were some photo captures listed there. Where Celine was with the man whose face occasionally appeared in international business magazines; Bryan Desmond.
Desmond. The name that made him remember the agreement with Celine back then. Before he recruited her to be the pillar of SEO like he wanted. If it wasn't for his crazy obsession, maybe Justin wouldn't have agreed to Celine Pincessa's crazy request.
"I don't know what makes the SEO CEO interested in me," Celine said as she crossed her legs. She made her seat as comfortable as possible. She was also a bit surprised by Justin's sudden arrival.
They had an appointment at his agency's office. Where could Celine imagine, if her manager; Maya Varens, would be flabbergasted and could make their business worse. The woman really knew the meaning of money and blackmailed Celine until only the dregs remained.
A file slid unceremoniously onto the table Celine had in the living room. It was from Justin of course. It was a little difficult but what she got was worth it. Although at first he was quite surprised because of Celine's background, not just anybody.
The girl's eyes scanned immediately what Justin gave her. then her eyeballs almost popped out of place because of what was inside. "You?!"
"Loissa Celine Aurelia Langham. Daughter of the late Jeffry Langham and Cecilia Hosse." Justin folded his arms across his chest. "I didn't realize it was you. Your name made the media rounds about seven or eight years ago. And you changed your name for whatever reason. Left Langham?" Justin chuckled. "I'm sure you have a point."
Celine spluttered. She put the file back on the table. "I threw everything away. I don't want to remember the past."
"Too painful?"
Celine paused.
"If I offer you a favor for revenge, will you fulfill my wish?"
Celine clucked once more. This time her face looked annoyed but filled with a look of displeasure. "Don't be so pretentious as to know what my wishes are, Justin. Although I admit, you were very intent on finding my true identity."
"I didn't intend to, but I accidentally got it." Justin took out a cigarette from his blazer pocket. "My offer is interesting just so you know."
Celine looked at Justin intently. There was consideration there. "I don't like small talk. My desires are quite extreme and could make a mess of things. Can you guarantee my safety, my good name? Because what I'm aiming for involves a good name."
Justin took a strong drag on his cigarette, exhaled it immediately and the smoke filled the living room of Celine's unit. "If it has to do with reputation, it has to do with scandal. Am I right?"
Celine grinned faintly. "I don't like them living in peace. I want them destroyed."
Justin was silent for a while but then nodded. "If that's what you want from me, I can fulfill it. But you can't refuse anything I say to you."
He was at the peak of his modeling career, under the auspices of a shining SEO, not to mention his connections were expanding. Making his goal even closer. How could Celine refuse him. "What about the contract canceled by my agency?"
"Can be arranged." Justin grinned meaningfully. "As long as you follow my wishes."
Justin closed his eyes tightly, the dizziness coming to his head making him massage his temples lightly. hoping it would lessen a little because of what was now in front of him. until the sound of a knock on his bedroom door made him open his eyes. "Come in," she said.
The sound of heels meeting the floor immediately filled her office. So did a beautiful-looking figure wearing a knee-length coat. "You called me?"
Justin let the girl sit in front of him. As soon as Celine felt she could talk, Justin handed her the report Hans had brought.
"What's this?" asked Harvdey with a puzzled frown.
"You know what's in there." Justin chuckled. "I've told you many times, be careful if you don't want more trouble."
Celine chuckled after seeing what Justin had given her. Lots of pictures of her with the man she recognized as her target. Her target. The one she wouldn't let go of so easily. "It turns out that our outfits match quite well, huh. Very clever of you to take this photo."
"Celine," warned Jusitn immediately. "Don't take the conversation anywhere else."
"I'm not diverting it, Justin. Just correcting our choice of clothes." Celine giggled.
"Watch your surroundings, Celine. If your relationship is picked up by the media, you know the consequences."
"You're the one who guaranteed I wouldn't get into trouble, right?" Celine smiled calmly. "I haven't forgotten your promise."
"Your revenge is extreme, Celine. But a promise is a promise," Justin sighed. "There won't be any mention of it in the media. But you have to end things when you've had enough. Don't get caught up in your own game."
Celine laughed. "I'll keep your warning in mind, Justin. And... thanks, boss. You're the best." She twisted to leave Justin alone because surely, her boss was busy with a lot of work. Besides Celine going to continue her training session, she also needed to contact someone.
As soon as her cell phone was connected, Celine's smile grew wider. "What... am I bothering you, Uncle Bryan?"
Mr. Jody Varens:You're really leaving me, sweetie? I'm so miserable not being able to see you.The message was read only casually. Celine prefers to enjoy the cola straight from the can instead of using a straw or putting it in a glass. The air was quite cold tonight, which Celine didn't care about at all. For her, the night was the perfect time to rest her body due to the fatigue. And organize her steps to get closer to the target she wanted."One more step," she whispered as she closed her eyes. He had not forgotten what had happened in his past, which was full of bitterness and massive betrayal. That time... eight years ago. Eight years that Celine will never forget until this moment."You... still have our engagement ring?" asked the interlocutor while fiddling with her fingertips. His gaze was somewhat nervous as well as uneasy. Though the one who should feel that way was Celine. How could she not, her life had turned upside down without giving her a break. She couldn't even bre
Busy schedules, regimented meals, limited time off, but the pinnacle of popularity as a hired gun still couldn't make Celine satisfied. It would have been nice. If she kept her name and the life she had lived until she was two-three. No need to work too hard just to get back what she once enjoyed.It was difficult and hard, but Celine had to do it. There was no way she could continue to lament her luxurious life that suddenly vanished before her eyes. As well as many other collapses that came into her life. Even so, she will never forget what happened. Especially when he began to be overshadowed by his past. Inevitably, her encounters with Andrew and Fania were... true. Only Fania. The one who could make Celine remember her past.Taking a sip of the wine that accompanied her tonight, somehow her memory returned to their conversation that was far from intimate. In the past, the two of them could be said to have spent quite a bit of time just eating meat sandwiches together."I didn't e
Giselle looked suspiciously at Celine, who had been silent. She seemed to be enjoying their trip to a luxury hotel in the city center. Was there any connection with their conversation two days ago? Giselle's head suddenly displayed a memory of small talk about the party she was about to attend."I didn't expect to get an invitation like this," Giselle said happily as she came to tell Celine about the event they had to attend. Celine, meanwhile, gave her a quick glance and chuckled. "You don't look happy. What's wrong?"Celine immediately pushed away the disappointment on her face. In exchange for a big smile and a tight hug to her best friend. "How can I be unhappy? I'm pouting because I'm confused, we rarely attend events like this. You know, we're different from businessmen and their flock. They mostly mix with high-ranking officials and yes... you know what? There's a lot of infidelity going on there."Giselle slightly tried to break away but unfortunately, Celine knew best to make
Celine knew that Jacob did not take his eyes off her. Starting from the moment dinner was served, as well as the few times Celine responded to the conversation that took place there. which mostly revolved around political issues and what was happening in society."Your meal could be cold, Jacob," Celine said as she wiped the corner of her lips with the sauce. "Is tonight's banquet chef not to your taste?"Jacob laughed softly. "No, no. I like the preparations from Chef Arnold's cold hands. Everything tasted just right."Celine nodded briefly. Her eyes unintentionally found the man who had been bothering her in the past few days through messages that she found disgusting. Jody Varens. The man smiled and waved, looking excited and excited when he saw Celine not far from him. They were only one table away and could be approached easily. Around the old man, there was no wife."No wonder," he muttered between the smiles he could manage to maintain his image. "Maya must have met several peo
“Who did you meet earlier?” asked Giselle as soon as they got into the car. Ever since the departure of her best friend, who left in a rather suspicious manner, Giselle had not stopped worrying. Crimes can happen anywhere, right? Especially considering Celine's rising name. Crime is not only about physical harm, but also mental harm and threats.Although it can be dealt with immediately. Justin wouldn't stay silent if it happened between them.Celine turned her head but then chuckled as she leaned back. “Are you having fun?”Giselle frowned. “You're this, ask me what and answer me what. I need answers from you. You have me worried.”“I'm not going anywhere. I'm just sitting in the cafe provided by Hotel Alden anyway.”Giselle still did not accept Celine's answer just now. “You know what my question means.”“Just meeting an old friend.” Celine adjusted her seat again. &ld
Giselle's apartment was different from the one she lived in, but you know, Celine didn't care and had no envy. It was more than enough what Justin gave her. After all, she enjoyed the night living in this apartment that could be considered luxurious. Giselle's taste does give the impression of luxury as well as elegance, exactly what Justin has built for his image.Also this apartment was often used as a place to share their latest activities on social media-with the approval of SEO management of course. not just randomly they could post something without the agency knowing.“Are you sure you don't want to go to bed yet?” asked Giselle once again. her nightgown had been replaced with much more comfortable pajamas. Her face had also worn off the make-up that had been quite glamorous. Her hair, which had been in a high ponytail to match the dress she was wearing, was already down. although it was a bit messy but it seemed Giselle didn't really care anymore.
Ever since she was under the umbrella that Justin had opened wide for her, one habit Celine had picked up. but this only applied to other people. especially when that person had certain intentions for her. Which is clear, Celine will not let her time and herself meet for nothing. And one thing was for sure, she didn't like waiting. Instead, she delays the time to meet; with many reasons that she can come up with.Who doesn't know Celine? Busy and conflicting schedules are the most plausible reasons to postpone the meeting she has to go to. Without the SEO flag of course, because most of the meetings were for her personal interests.Including meeting with Jody Varens.“For the last time,” Celine muttered with a faint grin. Her white Porche was already gliding smoothly into the lobby area. At the Mandari Hotel, there was a restaurant that was their meeting place. fortunately, this afternoon there was no schedule that Celine had to go to. Except for ton
“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'