Chapter 193

Adam whispered for Celine to beg him, making her heart race. He studied her intently. It had been a few days since they last met, and she seemed more distant. When their gazes locked, her expression was stern, as if she was facing an unfamiliar person. In response, he chose to deliberately provoke her, and her fiery glare eventually reignited a flicker of vibrancy. Adam said, "Beg me, and I'll take you away." He understood her struggle but still wanted her to plead for help. Celine refused to do so. She didn't need his help and didn't want to be indebted to him. "Mr. Alvarez, please let me go!" Celine exclaimed, pushing herself off his lap in a desperate attempt to break free. She immediately opened the door and left, not wanting to stay any longer. Donald quickly stood up and asked, "Mr. Alvarez, shall we take our leave first?" He hesitated to depart without Adam's approval, but Adam remained silent. Interpreting the silence as consent, Donald made a swift exit. Adam's expres