The Breaking Point of Love

Chapter 448 In the following days , Celeste remained as busy as ever . She left early and came home late every day , even though Jordyn had been staying with the Rodriguez family , the mother and daughter didn't actually spend much time together . Trevor , though also busy with work , reportedly called Jordyn almost every day . However , Celeste was never around during those calls , so she didn't know what the father and daughter talked about . Jordyn's birthday was on Friday .

Perhaps due to Trevor having always given her enough love and attention , when she found out he likely wouldn't be able to make it back in time for her birthday , she wasn't too upset . Instead , she hugged Celeste's arm and said , " It's okay . As long as Mom is with me on my birthday , that's enough .noveldrama

" When she later found out that Celeste was really busy and might only have time to cook her a bowl of her favorite soup and give her a gift on her birthday , Jordyn did feel a little disappointed . ( 3 ) It had been a long time since she'd had one of Celeste's homemade cakes . She missed them . She had assumed that , at the very least , Celeste would make her a cake .

59 But over the past few days , seeing how busy Celeste had been at the Rodriguez residence , she didn't throw a tantrum or make any demands . She simply said , " Okay , I understand … " Celeste was truly swamped lately . Whether it was with YodaVision , Fleming Group , or Velotra , there had been an endless stream of matters needing her attention . She'd been working overtime late into the night every day - there really was no time to spare . 2 It was Jordyn's birthday after all .

She had given birth to her . So , no matter what , she had a responsibility . Even though she and Trevor hadn't officially divorced yet , she had already started stepping back from parenting duties . That in itself was already somewhat irresponsible . But , now … Thinking of this , Celeste said , " If I get off work early tomorrow , I'll make you a cake . " Jordyn beamed . " Yay ! Thank you , Mom ! " However , by Thursday , Celeste was so busy she completely lost track of time .

By the time she finished everything and snapped back to reality , it was already around three in the morning . After returning home and washing up , it was already 5:00 am . And she had a meeting at Velotra scheduled for a bit past 9- There was simply no time to make a cake . She only managed to cook a bowl of Jordyn's favorite soup and hand her the birthday gift before rushing off to her meeting at Velotra . By the time her workday ended , it was already past 9:00 pm .

1/3 Chapter 448 Celeste checked the time . Thinking about how she had barely exchanged a word with Jordyn that morning before rushing out , a flicker of guilt crossed her face . Matthias noticed the shift in her expression and asked , " What's wrong ? " " Today is Jordyn's birthday . " Matthias could understand Celeste's complicated feelings toward her daughter . And he knew that no matter what , she hadn't truly let go .

1 Seeing how Celeste had been busy all day without even managing to make a phone call home , he checked the time and said , There's still time . If you go back now , you can still keep her company . " Celeste hummed a response . Then , she left the office and drove straight home . When she arrived , Betty was still awake . Seeing her return , the elderly woman softly said , " You were gone all day , and Trevor didn't call either . Jordyn hasn't been very cheerful today .

" 1 Celeste was momentarily stunned . She hadn't expected that Trevor hadn't called all day . Betty sighed and gently patted her hand . " She's still awake . Go spend some time with her . " Celeste nodded and went upstairs . Upstairs , Jordyn was lying on her bed reading a comic book . Seeing Celeste return , she glanced up and greeted her flatly , " Mom , you're back . " " Mm . " Celeste set down her bag and paused for a couple of seconds before walking over to her . " Sorry .

I've been busy with work , so … " " I know . " Jordyn looked up at her . " Mom , I understand . " 2 She seemed very mature , but Celeste knew she was genuinely upset . When Jordyn was truly happy , she loved to act spoiled with her . In the past , when Jordyn was upset , Celeste had all kinds of ways to coax her into a smile . But now , standing there watching her , she suddenly didn't know what to say or do to comfort her .

Only now did Celeste realize that even though things between them seemed normal on the surface , there was already a distance growing between them . 7 Just then , Jordyn's phone suddenly rang . She glanced down and saw that the caller was " Dad . " She didn't look particularly happy , but she still answered the call quickly , though her tone was a bit cold . " Hello ? " On the other end , Trevor smiled and said , " Jordyn , happy birthday .

" Still flipping through her book , Jordyn responded flatly , " Okay . " Trevor seemed to sense she was upset , but he didn't sound surprised . " You're mad , huh ? " Jordyn pouted silently and didn't respond . " Sorry , " he said . " I was on the plane earlier and couldn't make any calls , so … " Still , she said nothing .

2/3 Chapter 448 Then , Trevor chuckled softly and said , " I'm actually outside Granny's neighborhood right now , Jordyn , you- " At those words , Jordyn jumped up from the bed . " Dad , you're back ? You're not lying to me , are you ? " Trevor's voice still carried a smile . " Mm , I came back just to spend your birthday with you . It's only a bit past ten . So , I'm still on time . " 5 "