CELESTINE’s POV

‘‘This love doesn't make sense...’’ Julian heaved a frustrated sigh. Therefore… he’s also aware of it. ‘‘When I found out that Cynthia was starting to develop a crush on me, I stopped coming over to their house. I don't know how or why this happened. My presumption was that she would outgrow it as she got older, but it turns out that I was wrong…’’

I gave him a routine smile while arching my brow at him.

‘‘Do you want me to help you get rid of her?’’ I suggested. ‘‘Just let me know what you need, Julian, and I'll be more than happy to assist you...’’

Even...