SEBASTIAN'S POV

When Celine entered the room, there was a sudden and dramatic change in the previously buoyant atmosphere. It was so cold that it felt like the temperature had plummeted to zero. Celine, on the other hand, started appreciating the taste of her own food as if nothing had happened.

Jake chuckled to himself as he reached for a giant prawn to give to her. ‘‘You have to try this one, Celine… I cannot overstate how delicious it is.’’

‘‘Thank you, ...