There was a steady rhythm that sounded from deep within his chest, ringing audibly into his ears. That rhythmic beating thumped faster as his eyes followed the radiant smile on her face as she greeted everyone, the gracefully irresistible manner with which she carried herself, every word she uttered to the people eager to know her. As if she didn't recognize him or had no idea who he was, she came in front of him.
"Hello, a pleasure to make your acquaintance, I'm Celine Roberts."
The minute she spoke was the moment he broke out of his daze, that was when he became aware of what was going on, innumerable questions filled his head.
What the hell was she doing here? She was one of the new investors? How? Wasn't she an actress?
Five years ago she had suddenly seemed to disappear without a trace. Back then he had done everything to get her out of his mind.
