Celeste, ever so wise, didn't ask Nathaniel about his dealings with Vivian.

She was easygoing.

Now that Nathaniel had stopped obsessing over her secret identity and accepted her for who she was, Celeste valued their time together even more.

This was not the moment to let romantic competition stir up problems.

Curiosity was sparked by the noise downstairs. Celeste was just about to investigate when the door opened.

Nathaniel stepped in, carrying some late-night ...