Chapter 233

Under the quiet starry sky, a soft silver glow bathed Celestia Brooks’ face. Her faint smile added a gentle warmth to her already stunning features, making her look almost unreal. Seeing that smile, Dexter Goodwin felt some of the frustration he’d been carrying slowly ebb away. The rigid lines around his mouth eased, and a more genuine smile crept in. After a short silence, Dexter finally spoke. “Even if Amelia isn’t a match for her, haven’t you always been there for her?” His tone was calm, almost soothing, and it pulled Celestia from her thoughts. She’d been worrying about Amelia, but those words snapped her back. She looked up at Dexter, and the tenderness in his eyes made her chest tighten. Her gaze flickered and she quickly looked away, unable to meet his eyes. Dexter didn't miss her reaction. Though it stung a little, he didn’t let it show. He didn’t want to burden her any more than she already was. Then, as if something crossed his mind, he suddenly said, “I’m sorry. This is all