Chapter 2 [1]

(A few months earlier)

Justin crumpled the file in front of him. it was strong enough that some parts looked torn and disorganized again. in front of him, Hans looked down. "What have you done to dispel this news?"

"I asked Geno to raise the vlog Celine made during the Danoone-sponsored trip. As well as some recent commercials involving Celine."

Justin was still not satisfied with that answer because he knew that the result would not be able to cover up the news that could put them all on the verge of a major crisis. "Other than that?"

"The public's attention is also starting to turn towards Giselle's love affair with the much-talked-about mystery man."

"Keep raising that news. Tell Giselle, if possible, create a situation where they go out together in a public place."

Hans was stunned. "But Giselle won't like it if we ask for something like this."

"Give me the report you brought."

"But, Boss."

Justin didn't take much offense. "Call Celine immediately. I want to talk to her."

Hans couldn't help but let out a long sigh. He rushed out and headed to the training ground where Celine was there with Ursula. Preparing for a joint fashion show between SEO and Jims Co. Justin's collaboration to continue to collaborate with many new brands that have high selling points. Where in addition to being able to continue to maintain the names of its models to be at the top, the benefits obtained are also not a small amount.

Not to mention, each of the senior SEO models are now venturing into the world of acting and often share their daily activities. And because of this, the four of them are getting more and more famous and have a lot of important roles in terms of promotion.

Unfortunately... it's not an easy thing to withstand damaging news.

Especially those related to scandals.

Like now. In the file that could still be seen, there were some photo captures listed there. Where Celine was with the man whose face occasionally appeared in international business magazines; Bryan Desmond.

Desmond. The name that made him remember the agreement with Celine back then. Before he recruited her to be the pillar of SEO like he wanted. If it wasn't for his crazy obsession, maybe Justin wouldn't have agreed to Celine Pincessa's crazy request.

"I don't know what makes the SEO CEO interested in me," Celine said as she crossed her legs. She made her seat as comfortable as possible. She was also a bit surprised by Justin's sudden arrival.

They had an appointment at his agency's office. Where could Celine imagine, if her manager; Maya Varens, would be flabbergasted and could make their business worse. The woman really knew the meaning of money and blackmailed Celine until only the dregs remained.

A file slid unceremoniously onto the table Celine had in the living room. It was from Justin of course. It was a little difficult but what she got was worth it. Although at first he was quite surprised because of Celine's background, not just anybody.

The girl's eyes scanned immediately what Justin gave her. then her eyeballs almost popped out of place because of what was inside. "You?!"

"Loissa Celine Aurelia Langham. Daughter of the late Jeffry Langham and Cecilia Hosse." Justin folded his arms across his chest. "I didn't realize it was you. Your name made the media rounds about seven or eight years ago. And you changed your name for whatever reason. Left Langham?" Justin chuckled. "I'm sure you have a point."

Celine spluttered. She put the file back on the table. "I threw everything away. I don't want to remember the past."

"Too painful?"

Celine paused.

"If I offer you a favor for revenge, will you fulfill my wish?"

Celine clucked once more. This time her face looked annoyed but filled with a look of displeasure. "Don't be so pretentious as to know what my wishes are, Justin. Although I admit, you were very intent on finding my true identity."

"I didn't intend to, but I accidentally got it." Justin took out a cigarette from his blazer pocket. "My offer is interesting just so you know."

Celine looked at Justin intently. There was consideration there. "I don't like small talk. My desires are quite extreme and could make a mess of things. Can you guarantee my safety, my good name? Because what I'm aiming for involves a good name."

Justin took a strong drag on his cigarette, exhaled it immediately and the smoke filled the living room of Celine's unit. "If it has to do with reputation, it has to do with scandal. Am I right?"

Celine grinned faintly. "I don't like them living in peace. I want them destroyed."

Justin was silent for a while but then nodded. "If that's what you want from me, I can fulfill it. But you can't refuse anything I say to you."

He was at the peak of his modeling career, under the auspices of a shining SEO, not to mention his connections were expanding. Making his goal even closer. How could Celine refuse him. "What about the contract canceled by my agency?"

"Can be arranged." Justin grinned meaningfully. "As long as you follow my wishes."

Justin closed his eyes tightly, the dizziness coming to his head making him massage his temples lightly. hoping it would lessen a little because of what was now in front of him. until the sound of a knock on his bedroom door made him open his eyes. "Come in," she said.

The sound of heels meeting the floor immediately filled her office. So did a beautiful-looking figure wearing a knee-length coat. "You called me?"

Justin let the girl sit in front of him. As soon as Celine felt she could talk, Justin handed her the report Hans had brought.

"What's this?" asked Harvdey with a puzzled frown.

"You know what's in there." Justin chuckled. "I've told you many times, be careful if you don't want more trouble."

Celine chuckled after seeing what Justin had given her. Lots of pictures of her with the man she recognized as her target. Her target. The one she wouldn't let go of so easily. "It turns out that our outfits match quite well, huh. Very clever of you to take this photo."

"Celine," warned Jusitn immediately. "Don't take the conversation anywhere else."

"I'm not diverting it, Justin. Just correcting our choice of clothes." Celine giggled.

"Watch your surroundings, Celine. If your relationship is picked up by the media, you know the consequences."

"You're the one who guaranteed I wouldn't get into trouble, right?" Celine smiled calmly. "I haven't forgotten your promise."

"Your revenge is extreme, Celine. But a promise is a promise," Justin sighed. "There won't be any mention of it in the media. But you have to end things when you've had enough. Don't get caught up in your own game."

Celine laughed. "I'll keep your warning in mind, Justin. And... thanks, boss. You're the best." She twisted to leave Justin alone because surely, her boss was busy with a lot of work. Besides Celine going to continue her training session, she also needed to contact someone.

As soon as her cell phone was connected, Celine's smile grew wider. "What... am I bothering you, Uncle Bryan?"