Chapter 19

Tracy took off her scarf and hung it at the side. She didn't take Sebastian's hand. Instead, she walked straight past him and sat down in the seat farthest from him. Sebastian didn't look awkward at all. He naturally withdrew his hand, as if nothing had happened, then smiled at everyone at the table. "Since everyone's here, I'll step out and ask the waiter to bring in the food." The others quickly nodded. Serena had heard how Sebastian greeted Tracy earlier. Once he left, she turned to Tracy. "What's going on? It looks like you know Mr. Halston." Tracy's expression didn't change as she nodded. "I do, but... we're not close." Everyone took the hint and didn't ask any further questions. Throughout the meal, aside from briefly explaining a few key points about the collaboration when necessary, Tracy mostly kept her head down and stayed quiet. She deliberately minimized her presence, trying to avoid any interaction with Sebastian. But things rarely went the way one wanted. Halfway t