Chapter 272

“Christmas is just around the corner. Don’t forget, we’ve got dinner plans with Caleb and Lily on Christmas Eve,” While they were eating, Celeste Harper casually reminded Ethan Shaw of their upcoming dinner. Dating wasn’t exactly easy for Caleb and Lily. Lily was on the rise in her acting career, and her agency wouldn’t let her go public with the relationship. The press had snapped photos of them a few times already, but they hadn’t addressed it officially. Now reporters were practically glued to her 24/7. Even just going out for dinner on Christmas Eve meant dragging Celeste and Ethan along as cover. Ethan gave a slight nod and placed a peeled shrimp into Celeste’s bowl. “What about Ava? Are you free that night? Come with us.” “I’ll pass.” Ava Quarles didn’t look up as she spoke, focused on her food. “We have an event at the store that night, and Martin can’t handle it alone—I’ve got to help out.” Christmas Eve was prime time for jewelry sales, and with all the mall discounts, they’d