Cecilia's pov
Sebastian glanced at my phone and let out a soft chuckle.
"Yep, that's Zaria's number. Looks like my mom's finally surrendering."
I took my phone back, giving him a look that screamed, Don't get cocky.
"Don't celebrate just yet. Could just be a disguised business meeting."
I bit my lip and muttered under my breath,
"Or a soft launch for emotional warfare."
"Maybe she'll slide a check across the table like we're in some legal drama. I wonder what she thinks I'm worth."
Sebastian stood, leaned down, and tapped my forehead lightly.
"So, between me and a blank check, you'd pick the money?"
I raised my brows and gave him my best "are-you-for-real" face.
It clearly said: Are you kidding? Who wouldn't take the cash?
Then I laughed, softening the mood. I poked him in the
