Abandoned Luna Now Untouchable (Cecilia) novel Chapter 274

Chapter 274: Chapter 274 Protecting Identity

Cecilia’s pov

I nearly jumped when Sebastian’s voice cut through our conversation.

Liam and I both jerked our heads around.

Muffin leapt from my lap, bounding toward Sebastian with his tail held high, clearly abandoning me for his favorite.

"I overheard something earlier," I said with a shrug. "His name came up, and I was curious."

Liam cleared his throat. "It’s my fault, Alpha. I brought up some family stuff earlier, including Mr. York. I may have overshared."

Sebastian scooped up Muffin, who had been pawing at his legs, then walked over and gently deposited the cat back onto my lap.

"If you want to know about my family, just ask me," he said. "I tell better stories than Liam. No strings attached."

I forced a smile that felt stiff on my face. "Right. Of course."

I stroked Muffin’s fur, pretending calm as my heart thudded against my ribs.

"Well, would you look at the time," Liam said smoothly, already rising to his feet. "Cecilia, would you mind putting Muffin in his bed later? I think I’ll turn in."

"Goodnight, Liam," I said.

Sebastian dragged a chair closer and placed it directly beside mine.

Too close.

The sudden proximity made every muscle in my body tense. It felt like an interrogation was coming.

"Seriously? The entire balcony and you pick this seat?" I muttered, shifting in my chair.

Sebastian reached over to pet Muffin."Warm? Must be this chubby little guy radiating heat. Let me help,"

He picked up a magazine from the table and waved it lazily in my direction. "There. Instant breeze. Happy now?"

I gave him a look that said, ’Really?’ but dropped my gaze back to the cat, trying to mentally piece together a believable reason for asking about his family.

"Both York and Zaria are staying at the family home these days," he said.

His tone was pleasant, but there was an edge to it."If you’re interested, Cece, I could introduce you."

I closed my eyes briefly, then looked up.

"Please, have mercy. I swear I’m done being nosy."

"Cece," he said, his voice suddenly serious, "I genuinely want you to meet my family."

"I..." I faltered. "I haven’t really thought about that. Can we just... table this for now?"

I clutched Muffin a little tighter and started to rise from the chair. 𝚏𝐫𝚎𝗲𝕨𝐞𝐛𝕟𝚘𝐯𝚎𝗹.𝕔𝐨𝗺

I couldn’t let this go further.

Running into that woman at the jewelry store earlier had shaken me more than I wanted to admit. She had the same eyes. The same voice.

And if she really was Luna Regina, then walking into the Black family estate now would be like putting myself under a microscope.

The timing was too perfect. Too suspicious.

His mother had been looking for her "savior." If I showed up now, it would look like I was trying to force my way into their world. Like I was playing some long con.

Sebastian’s hand landed gently on my arm, stopping me.

Just as he opened his mouth, his phone rang. He pulled it out, and I couldn’t help stealing a glance at the screen.

"I heard everything," I said. "Let me take care of it."

He arched an eyebrow. "That won’t be necessary. I can send Tang."

"I’m your secretary," I said, my tone sharper than I intended. "And this situation... kind of affects both of us. I want to handle it."

"Cece, your level of enthusiasm is... a little intense."

"I’m pissed," I snapped. "Your mom is chasing a ghost, and it could blow up in everyone’s face. I need to make sure that footage is gone. Don’t stop me."

I pulled out my phone and called Tang.

I couldn’t risk it.

Tang remembered everything and saw through everyone. He’d recognize me the second he laid eyes on me.

Sebastian said nothing, just watched me with narrowed eyes.

Was I overdoing it? Did he already suspect something?

Once I finished with Tang, I slipped the phone back into my pocket and looked up at Sebastian.

Of course I knew where the mall was.

But if I said that, he’d start asking why.

I kept my tone casual. "Give me the address. Tang will meet me there."

I was already halfway to the door when his voice stopped me.

"I’m coming with you," he said.