Celia didn't have time to deliberate, so she went straight for a bear hug with Tammy. She wanted to escape but was too afraid to turn around.
"Celia," Dominic called her name.
Celia tensed from head to toe. It was difficult enough pretending she didn't know him, especially since they had just met each other. Dominic knew what Celia was worrying about, which further complicated the situation. However, Celia was determined to keep Tammy out of his sight.
"Dominic! What took you so long? I've been waiting for you for a long time," Grace's voice came from nearby.
Dominic averted his gaze and replied, "Something came up."
Grace replied cheerfully, "I've already gotten my medicine, so let's go."
"Let's go," Dominic responded and left without approaching Celia.
Celia released a sigh of rel
