First Love Only? I Left Him First, Now the CEO Can't Let Go novel Chapter 66

Chapter 66: Chapter 66: Exposing Her Lies

She wasn’t very familiar with Peter, but she’d known him for some years.

In her mind, Peter had always been affable, with an elegant demeanor, rarely showing anger.

But Serena quickly realized that Peter was acting.

To appear like her boyfriend, he was deliberately trying to protect her.

And Caleb Lockwood...

Wasn’t acting.

Caleb genuinely protected Claire Shaw.

The originally fun party atmosphere became intense and confrontational.

Caleb Lockwood and Peter faced off for a while, before Caleb chuckled.

"I’m just that much of a hypocrite."

His words were subtle, but everyone understood the implication:

So what could you do to me about it?

Indeed, Peter couldn’t do anything against Caleb Lockwood.

Especially since... the matters between Serena and Caleb Lockwood were essentially private affairs; he had no right to intervene.

"You guys carry on, I’ll take my girlfriend away first; the floral scent here is too strong and she’s allergic to pollen."

Of course, when Peter said "girlfriend," he was referring to Serena.

Serena saw Caleb Lockwood curl his lips coldly.

The smile was something she understood.

Caleb thought Peter was just finding an excuse to take her away first.

Little did Caleb know...

She really was allergic to pollen.

Caleb didn’t stop them, and neither did Claire Shaw.

Her intention for hosting this party was simply to let her colleagues witness firsthand how Caleb Lockwood treated her.

And how he treated Serena.

To wash away the label of being a third party in the affair.

She believed that after today, the company would be rife with rumors about Caleb Lockwood living with her, even cooking for her personally.

Peter left The Jade Pavilion with Serena, but before they even got out of the neighborhood, Caleb Lockwood surprisingly chased after them.

Without his apron and despite not wearing a suit jacket, Caleb Lockwood’s presence was strong and undeniable.

"President Lockwood, do you still have something to discuss?" Peter asked.

Caleb glanced at Serena’s shoulder.

Peter’s arm was still around her shoulder.

"There’s no one else around, so I just want to remind you—she’s a married woman; mind your hands."

Caleb’s tone was calm, yet it made Peter’s hand suddenly awkward.

"Why not remind her in public?"

Caleb smiled lightly, "It’s Serena herself who claims she’s unmarried; I’m simply reluctant to expose her lie."

"And what about you, President Lockwood?" Peter asked solemnly, with a hint of reproach, "Do you consider yourself married or unmarried?"

Caleb glanced at Serena but didn’t reply.

Inside the house, the party continued, but people’s focus had shifted away from food and entertainment.

"I mean... why did President Lockwood chase after them?"

"Exactly, Peter isn’t Serena’s boyfriend, right? So why is President Lockwood..."

"I think there’s something fishy here."

"Shh, keep it down."

Several colleagues gathered in small groups, whispering quietly.

Their voices were low, but Claire could hear them.

She was distributing snacks to everyone, acting nonchalant, yet her heart felt restless.

Why did Caleb Lockwood leave?

Did he chase after Serena?

Claire didn’t believe it.

If Caleb Lockwood truly had feelings for Serena, he wouldn’t be indifferent to Peter’s presence.

Moreover, in front of the department colleagues, Caleb didn’t show any bias towards Serena.

Claire gradually relaxed her inner conflict and regained her confidence.

Soon enough, Caleb Lockwood returned, empty-handed.

"Caleb, didn’t I ask you to buy soy sauce?" Claire pouted.

Caleb hesitated briefly, then a remorseful smile appeared on his face, "Sorry, I forgot. I’ll go get it now."

"No need, I’ll just order delivery!"

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