Chapter 256

Chapter 256 Let Him Worry About Cecelia Once Chapter 256 Let Him Worry About Cecelia Once Cecelia caught a glimpse of a tall figure entering. When she turned. her head and saw it was Remington, she was slightly surprised. “Remington, why are you here?”

“I… was just passing by, thought I’d say hello.”

Remington walked over, and his gaze naturally fell upon Adam. “This is your friend?”

“Yes, this is Adam.”

Cecelia had already figured it out – Remington had deliberately followed her to ensure she wasn’t dining with other men.

“Nice to meet you, Adam.”

Remington extended his hand, and Adam stood up to shake hands. “Mr. Nelson, I’ve heard a lot about you.”

Knowing Cecelia naturally meant knowing Remington. Adam knew his reputation, and making himself a new acquaintance wasn’t a bad idea.

However, Remington seemed to harbor some hostility toward him. When they shook hands, Adam could feel him squeezing his hand forcefully.

If he hadn’t been trained, his palm might have been crushed.

The two men exchanged smiles while shaking hands in a subtle competition.

on Was trying to probe how good Adam was at fighting.

“That’s enough shaking.”

Cecelia reminded them.

“Sure, please have a seat.”

Remington took the initiative, inviting Adam to sit down. “Adam, where are you from?”

“I’m a local.”

Adam replied with a faint smile.

Hearing this response, Remington knew that Adam wasn’t being truthful. He had investigated Adam before, and there was no information about him here.

Chapter 256 Let Him Worry About Cecelia Once 182% 12:46 Whenever he encountered someone with “no records found,” he had to be cautious.

“Do you drink?”

Remington asked again.

“I can, but I don’t usually drink,” Adam explained.

“Interesting, I also don’t usually drink, but today, I’m honored to meet you. Let’s have a drink!”

Remington called the waiter, “Bring the best wine you have here!”

Cecelia turned to Remington, lowering her voice, “What are you up to?”

“What can I do? I’m here to drink with this gentleman; your friend is my friend.”

Remington assumed the host’s posture; today, he was determined to “entertain” this Adam properly.

Watching Remington and Cecelia chat, Adam found an excuse to leave, “Excuse me, I need to use the restroom.”

After Adam left, Remington turned to Cecelia. “I think something’s off about Adam.”

“What do you mean?”

“He said he’s a local, but there’s no information about him. I think he’s lying.”

“I haven’t known him long, and he doesn’t need to tell me everything. I won’t share too much with him either.”

Cecelia felt the same as Remington; they both sensed something was amiss.

So far, she hadn’t intended to become close to Adam. She had invited him for a meal to express her gratitude.

“Don’t be tricked by his attractive young appearance. He’s not as handsome as me.”

That was the main point Remington had come to say.

Cecelia couldn’t help but laugh. “You think I’m an easily fooled naive girl?”

“I’m just worried you won’t be able to resist a handsome young man.”

Chapter 256 Let Him Worry About Cecelia Once “Stop it!”

They exchanged a smile, and the atmosphere was lightened as if it weré just the two of them on a dinner date.

“Wait for me here. I’ll go see what that guy is up to.”

Remington got up and left the private room.

Adam came out of the restroom and caught sight of the man walking in through the mirror.

After Remington entered, his gaze immediately focused on Adam’s pants. He spoke sarcastically, “Nice pants, aren’t they?”

Adam turned around and glanced at his pants, then smiled lightly. “Exactly. They were a gift from Cece.

Wearing them feels different.”

Upon hearing this, Remington grabbed him by the collar, his gaze turning cold. “Spill it! How did you meet each other?”

Adam could feel Remington’s hostility, but he wasn’t afraid. “It was a chance encounter. She just showed up in front of me all of a sudden.”

Remington pushed Adam against the wall. “Who would believe that? You’d better come clean. Why are you trying to get close to Cece?”

“I am not a bad guy, okay?”

Adam shrugged innocently.

“I’ve checked you out. You’re not a local at all. I know you are up to no good.”

Remington shoved him away, his entire demeanor radiating displeasure.

Adam straightened his clothes and smiled calmly. “Maybe you’re right. I think Cece is a very charming woman. I was planning to pursue her!”

It was just a joke, but seeing Remington so tense amused him.

He didn’t mind being a “rival” for once and making Remington worry about Cecelia.

Don’t most men realize the value of something only after losing it?

Remington’s divorce must have been due to not treating Cecelia well.

Chapter 256 Let Him Worry About Cecelia Once Such an ex–husband deserved some lessons!

Hearing this, Remington became infuriated. “You should know that she’s mine.”

“I know, but she’s already divorced from you, Mr. Nelson. She’s available now, and everyone has the right to pursue her.”

“Are you trying to get beaten up?”

Remington grabbed him again and clenched his fist.

Adam showed no fear and didn’t dodge. Instead, he pointed to his cheek and said, “If you want to hit me, aim for here. If you hurt me, Cecelia might feel very sorry for me!”

Remington was left speechless.

Remington wanted to give him a good beating, but if he really hurt him, what if Cecelia felt bad for this annoying guy and hated him?

Thinking about this, Remington could only angrily release Adam.

One day, this guy would get the beating he deserved!

They returned to the private room at the same time. The fine wine had already been brought in. Cecelia asked, “Why did you two take so long?”

Remington and Adam exchanged a glance. Adam smiled and said, “I had a great chat with Mr. Nelson just now. We hit it off, didn’t we, Mr. Nelson?”

Remington snorted coldly and returned to Cecelia’s side. In his mind, Adam had become a scheming guy trying to get close to Cecelia and steal her from him.

“Let’s eat. The food will get cold.”

Cecelia said, and the three of them began their meal.

To get Adam drunk, Remington began offering him drinks.

“I can’t drink. I have to drive!”

Adam always needed to maintain a clear and alert mind, so he rarely drank.

“Don’t make excuses! Whoever doesn’t drink is a wimp! Drink!”

Pushed to this point, Adam had no choice but to drink along with Remington.

Chapter 256 Let Him Worry About Cecelia Once Both men were trying to outdrink each other, and Cecelia, seeing Remington downing one glass after another, became a bit worried.

“You shouldn’t drink so much. Take it easy!”

Remington felt content being cared for by Cecelia. “Don’t worry; I can handle my liquor just fine.

He then turned to Adam and clinked glass with him. “Keep drinking. Drink until you can outdrink me if you want a shot with Cecelia! Otherwise, get out of Cathail Repúblic!”