The Divorce Prescription Chapter 307
The Divorce Prescription
Sonia and the extended family members had already secured their invitations to the Pinnacle of Academic Symposium. They were all eager to witness. this genius girl for themselves. They couldnât imagine what kind of person she was or what made her so extraordinary.
Carly, still clinging to arm, couldnât stop the surge of jealousy that consumed her whenever the genius girl was mentioned.
stop She had become the talk of Mercity, stealing all the attention. Everyone was buzzing about her upcoming debut alongside Adam.
Carly was determined to see for herself at the forum in two days.
Meanwhile, Celine stood quietly on the side, her clear and bright eyes scanning the room. She observed the people around her with an expression that was half amused, half indifferent. The entire situation struck her as absurd, and faint smile rugged at her lips.
However, just as quickly as her smile appeared, she felt a piercing gaze on her. Looking up, she met Adamâs cold, sharp eyes. He had been watching her all along, Flustered, she immediately looked away.
Lucy brought the topic back on track. âCeline, Mr. Wilde has made his feelings clear. You should go on a few dates with him in the next couple of days and get to know each other. If all goes well, we can finalize the wedding arrangements soon.â
Celine turned her gaze to Lucy, her soâcalled mother, who seemed desperate to marry her off. It was as though she couldnât wait to pair her with Simon and send them off to clear the path for Carly.
Looking at Simon, Celine Her words hung in the air, leaving everyone stunned.
Sonia was the first to speak with a voice of disapproval. âCeline, are you out of your mind? How dare you reject Mr. Wilde?â
Tracy chimed in. âCeline, Mr. Wilde is offering to take you to the forum. Do you think you can get in on your own?
Celine, Mr. Wilde doesnât mind that you have no degree or job, yet still think youâre too good for him?â Lucy chastised.
Even Carly thought Celine was ungrateful. Simon was a decent match. He was a college graduate with a teaching job. If not for Celineâs good looks, someone like Simon wouldnât even look at her twice.
As the room filled with accusations, Celine could sense the disdain in their voices. They truly belleved she was lucky to someone like take an interest in her.
A faint smile played on her lips as she , â
you all for your concern. But⦠I already have âCeline, since when did have a boyfriend?â
âCeline, whoâs your boyfriend?
Carly couldnât stay still. She didnât know what p games Celine was playing and said mockingly, âCeline, I know youâre aiming high. You donât want to marry a teacher. You want to marry someone rich, right?ââ
Turning to Adam, she added with a sly smile, âAdam, youâre surrounded by CEOs and wealthy businessmen. Why donât you introduce one of them to Adamâs gaze remained fixed on Celine. They hadnât been divorced for long. Did she really have a new boyfriend already?
Celine met Carlyâs mocking gaze, then turned her attention to Adamâs distinguished face. She still remembered his offer at the roadside inn to introduce her to someone rich. âThereâs no need to trouble Mr. Alvarez. My boyfriend already very wealthy!â
Wealthy?
Tracy was the first to laugh. âCeline, what kind of wealthy man would be interested in you? Donât tell me itâs some old, ugly sugar daddy!â
Celine clasped her hands behind her back and fluttered her eyelashes playfully. âMy boyfriend is not only rich, but heâs also incredibly handsome. The kind who turns heads whenever he goes.â
Her gaze flicked to Adam before continuing âHeâs even as impressive as Mr. Alvarez The way her eyes glimmered as though she truly had someone extraordinary in her life, made expression darkened.
The Tate family erupted into laughter, none of them belleved her. Sonia sald, âCelline, stop bragging. Who would believe you have such a boyfriend?â Lucy added, âCeline, stop making a fool of yourself.â