# Chapter 326: The Dangerous Game of Pretense
Hello everyone, it's me again! How are you all doing? Today I will continue to walk with you and review Chapter 326 of "The Breaking Point of Love" – a chapter where hidden intentions, simmering jealousy, and quiet observations set the stage for emotional turmoil. Let's dive right in!
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The banquet hall hummed with the murmur of elegant conversation and the clink of champagne glasses. Celeste, having skipped dinner earlier, excused herself from Matthias and the others and made her way to the buffet area. She needed a moment – a chance to breathe, to fill her empty stomach, and to escape the subtle tension that clung to the air around her.
But she was not alone for long.
Kieran followed her shortly after, his approach casual yet deliberate. He struck up a conversation with that easy charm of his, and Celeste found herself smiling more naturally than she had in weeks. There was something unguarded about the way she laughed with him, her eyes crinkling at the corners as she reached for a glass of water.
Neither Beck nor Kieran had spoken to each other earlier. A silent exchange had passed between them – a flash of something sharp and unspoken. But Celeste and Matthias, engrossed in their own discussions, missed it entirely. The currents beneath the surface were invisible to them.
Kieran took the empty glass from Celeste's hand, set it aside, and reached for a slice of cake from the top shelf. He placed it gently into her palms, his fingers brushing hers for just a fraction of a second longer than necessary. His head tilted slightly downward as he looked at her, his eyes warm, filled with a deep intensity that could only mean one thing.
Miles saw it. He froze mid-step near the buffet, muttered a soft "Shit," and turned back toward Trevor and Wynn. Leaning close to Trevor, he whispered, "That Kieran... I think he likes Celeste. The way he looks at her is... tsk!"
Trevor followed Miles' gaze. He saw Kieran talking to Celeste with that unmistakable tenderness – the way a man looks at a woman he adores. Every gesture was careful, deliberate, as if she were something precious. Trevor raised an eyebrow, a flicker of interest crossing his face.
Wynn had also glanced their way the moment Miles spoke. Her eyes narrowed slightly. Kieran's actions were indeed gentle and considerate. If she didn't know the truth, she might have actually believed he had genuinely fallen for Celeste.
*"Kieran will pretend to like Celeste first. Once she falls for him, he'll ruthlessly dump her."*
The words of Kieran's friend echoed in her mind. Wynn turned her gaze back to Celeste, who was chatting happily with Kieran, her face bright and carefree. Had she really been drawn in? Did she actually believe that Kieran had feelings for her?
A subtle smile curled at the corners of Wynn's lips. She lowered her gaze, then turned to look at Trevor. He remained completely indifferent, watching another man pursue Celeste without a flicker of concern. Her smile deepened.
Miles suddenly remembered something and said to Trevor, "Oh, right. Isn't Fleming Group's tech company looking to collaborate with Yoda Vision? Shouldn't you go talk to Matthias?"
Trevor took a sip of his wine and replied calmly, "There are too many people around him right now. I can talk to him later."
If Fleming Group truly pursued a partnership with Yodavision, Celeste and Trevor would inevitably cross paths more often in the future. For most women, if their man still had contact with his ex-wife, they would likely do everything in their power to prevent such a collaboration. But Wynn? She only smiled indifferently.
On the other side of the banquet hall, Beck was caught up in a conversation with someone. When he finally looked over, he saw Celeste and Kieran still talking. Judging by Celeste's expression, they seemed to be having an enjoyable conversation – a genuinely happy smile that Beck had never seen her wear when speaking with him.
He had known Celeste for quite some time now. Though their relationship had improved recently, there had been past tensions between them. Because of that, when she talked to him, she never showed such a bright, carefree smile. And she had never spoken this much.
Beck didn't know much about Kieran. But in terms of appearance alone, Kieran was undoubtedly impressive. A shadow flickered in Beck's eyes as he thought about it.
Turning to the person he had been speaking with, he said stiffly, "Apologies, I have something to take care of. Let's continue this conversation later."
With that, he turned and walked straight toward Celeste and Kieran. His jaw was set, his footsteps purposeful. The game of pretense was about to get a new player.
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**Reader's Impressions & Star Rating:**
Oh, what a deliciously tense chapter! The quiet observations, the hidden agendas, the jealousy brewing beneath the surface – every moment here is a masterstroke of emotional storytelling. Kieran's calculated tenderness, Wynn's knowing smile, Trevor's feigned indifference, and Beck's sudden determination all collide beautifully. Celeste remains blissfully unaware of the storm gathering around her, and that makes my heart ache for her. The build-up is perfect, leaving me desperate for what comes next.
*Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.9 / 5 Stars*
**Next Chapter Prediction:**
Mark my words – Beck is walking right into that conversation with Celeste and Kieran, and things are about to get explosive. I predict Kieran will double down on his act, perhaps even more provocatively, while Beck's jealousy will force him to reveal more of his true feelings than he intended. And behind them all, Wynn will be watching, her smile growing sharper. The next chapter is bound to be a firestorm of emotions!
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