NovelXXXChapter 378 Citrine slowed her pace, waiting for the others to catch up before asking, "Why are you carrying so much stuff?" She glanced at the bulging backpack. "What on earth did you bring?" Sebastian shrugged. "Snacks, a camera, a blanket, a few odds and ends." Citrine was about to tell him he really didn't need to bring so much, but Sebastian cut in, "I looked up what people usually take to music festivals. Since we'll be here for a while, you might get bored, so I figured I'd bring everything the intesuggested-just in case." Citrine fell silent for a moment, letting his words sink in. She wasn't naïve-she could tell Sebastian had gone out of his way to prepare for today.
He really seemed to care.
For the first time, Citrine found herself actually believing what Phipps had told her about him.
Once they'd gotten inside and found a spot to sit, Citrine immediately felt the impact of Sebastian's thoughtfulness.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtFrom the moment they settled down, Sebastian started unpacking: snacks, drinks, a blanket to sit on, a portable charger-he had it all covered. He busied himself with the arrangements, refusing to let Citrine do a thing. She tried to help several times, but each attempt was gently turned down, so eventually she gave up.
With music drifting through the air and a gentle evening breeze ruffling her hair, Citrine munched on snacks and let herself relax. It was bliss.
Seeing how much Citrine was enjoying herself, Sebastian's lips curled into a faint smile. "I brought my camera," he said. "Wantto take sphotos for you?" "Of course!" Citrine replied without hesitation. What girl doesn't like having her picture taken? She struck a few casual poses, nothing too deliberate or forced.
Sebastian's eyes never left her, snapping each shot with focused attention, capturing every fleeting expression.
A beautiful girl always looks good on camera-especially someone like Citrine, who seemed flawless from every angle.
"These are perfect," Sebastian said at last, settling down next to her and scrolling through the photos one by one.
Citrine had already suspected during the shoot that Sebastian's photography skills were impressive, but seeing the final results still took her by surprise.
"Every single one looks amazing." Citrine scrolled through the pictures, genuine amazement sparkling in her eyes.
She didn't hold back her praise. "You're really talented with a camera." Sebastian gave a modest smile. "I'm glad you like them." He didn't mention how he'd spent all afternoon, aside from running errands, watching tutorials on portrait photography.
Just then, a nearby couple overheard their conversation and wandered over.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmThe girl was tall-about five-foot-seven-with striking features and an air of confidence. She wore a black leather jacket, striding ahead with purpose, while her boyfriend, with soft features and a casual outfit, trailed behind her.
Without any hesitation, the girl plopped down beside Citrine, looking her over with a friendly grin. "Hey, mind if I take a look at your photos?"
Citrine blinked in surprise, unsure what the stranger wanted, buthen tone sounded genuinely curious, not unfriendly. "Sure," Citrine said, handing over the camera.
The leather-jacketed girl flipped through the photos and suddenly let out a piercing shriek.
Not only Citrine, but even Sebastian and the girl's boyfriend jumped at the sound.
Before Citrine could ask what was wrong, the girl blurted out, "Oh my god-your boyfriend's got sserious skills! He totally captured how gorgeous you are." Citrine and Sebastian both stared at her, momentarily speechless.
After a beat, Citrine cleared her throat and explained, "Um... actually you've got the wrong idea. We're not a couple."
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