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The night air was cool for those walking along the banks of Battery Park. The lights around the street were brightly lit and the occasional hubbub of street users made Celine pay attention to them. Dressed in a loose T-shirt with calf-length pants and a wide brimmed hat, she looked like any other casual visitor enjoying the evening here.
“You haven't changed much about your taste in spending time together,” Jacob said with a laugh. He pulled Celine slightly as someone else almost nudged her.
“Really?” asked Celine with a soft laugh. Trying to release the grip of Jacob's hand that was still there.
“Am I not allowed to hold your hand?”
“That's not it,” Celine said with a grin. “I'm not used to being close to other people. You know, our relationship ended a long time ago and it took some adjustment from me about this status.”
Jacob nodded in understanding. “Okay.” He let go of her
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