357 Bella
Jack didn't waste much time and went straight to the matter. The improvement of the two ladies was quite good. And just like Celine, Olivia was also learning at a fast speed.
Jack was impressed by her. It was no wonder she was that capable at that age, although she had not received professional training like the one that he offered.
At the same time, Jack had already began thinking about methods that he could utilize to strengthen Celine further. Considering the fact that the people from the stronghold were much stronger, he didn't want any accidents to happen simply because she was not strong enough.
Although it was true that he had instructed Samantha to protect Celine, she was also a human being, and there was nobody who could say that she could prevent everything from happening.
'System, is there any method that I can utilize to pass at least one of the two chances that I can utilize to increase my level to Celine?' Jack asked the system as he looked at the two girls sparring with each other.
[Absolutely not. Currently, the level of authority that you possess cannot affect anyone other than you. You will have to reach the second level before it can finally affect your other half.]
[And in case you want it to affect any other person who is related to you, you will have to improve your authority to the third level.]
Jack could only shake his head in dejection. Although he did not have that much hope, at least, he could understand that it was in the second level of authority.
That immediately gave him the determination to start speeding up the process even further. Now, it was not just a matter of going to the strongholds, but, a matter of making sure that Celine was strong enough.
It was also at this moment that he finally realized something. One of the conditions for him to upgrade the system authority to the second level was that, he had to have a girlfriend.
And now, it was not just a girlfriend that he had, but a fiancée. It seemed that he had previously misunderstood the system. But at least, it was guaranteed that the system was going to be able to affect Celine as long as he upgraded his authority to the second level.
As for the question whether it was going to be a positive effect or negative one, Jack could only hope that it was a positive one.
After the two girls were done with sparring with each other, they ate lunch together. Subsequently, Olivia left hurriedly, because she was needed by her father.
After Celine had taken a shower, Jack approached her and questioned, "Do you mind me taking you out to relax?"
"Huh?" Celine was confused as she looked at Jack. This was the first time that he was actually asking for her permission in case he wanted to take her out.
What's more, she wondered what was special this time, considering that the two of them had been going out on several dates, to enjoy themselves.
"Just tell me. Yes or no." Jack asked once again with a mysterious smile on his face.
"I can choose a no…" Celine replied. But before she could even finish her words, Jack bent down and picked her up from the couch. Carrying her princess style, the two eyes met.
"Hey! What are you doing? Put me down!" Celine blushed as she stared at Jack's eyes. Even though she was asking him to put her down, she did not even try resisting.
"I guess you don't have a choice in this." Jack said with a bright smile on his face, before turning around and heading towards the door that led outside the villa.
Celine on the other hand could only wrap her hands around Jack's neck. And to say the truth, she was enjoying the treatment that she was receiving from Jack.
Still, she was curious about what or where Jack was taking her to. "Where are we going?"
"Don't worry. I have done enough preparations for this. You have been so busy recently, and, I need to ensure that you are relaxing enough. I can't overwork you, right?" Jack replied.
"Humph! Of course I am getting tired because I'm working for you. Had it not been for the fact that you own so many companies, I would have not been working this much. I could have simply relaxed at my mother's company and help her in developing it." Celine scoffed at him as she replied.
Jack could only chuckle a little as he heard her words. At the same time, he couldn't help but try thinking about lessening the work that she was doing.
It was not that he was the one who had given her a lot of work. It was just that she had been insisting on doing this, and if Jack did not allow her to do so, then she was going to be on strike, and wasn't going to talk to him until he agreed.
Left with no choice, he could only agree, but of course, he only gave her the companies that didn't possess a lot of work to do. Otherwise, wasn't he going to make sure that the two of them didn't spend their quality time together?
The moment that they got out of the villa, Celine's eyes widened in surprise. She couldn't help but exclaim in astonishment and excitement.
Before Celine's eyes stood an exquisite female horse, a vision of beauty that took her breath away. Her magnificent presence commanded attention, standing tall and proud with a regal air that was undeniable.
Her coat shimmered like pure snow, its lustrous sheen reflecting the sunlight and casting a glow all around her.
Her slender yet strong frame boasted perfectly sculpted muscles beneath her pristine coat. Every movement showcased her athleticism and grace, as she stood with elegance and confidence.
Her neck arched gracefully, drawing Celine's eyes to her flowing mane, a cascade of pure white. Her mane seemed to dance with the breeze, highlighting her every move with a touch of mystique.
The horse's eyes, deep pools of pink, were large, expressive, and captivating. They gleamed with intelligence and a gentle curiosity, as if holding the untold wisdom of ages.
Long lashes framed these enchanting orbs, adding an extra layer of allure and femininity to her already breathtaking face. Her ears, perked attentively, constantly scanning her surroundings, reflecting her alertness and acute senses.
But it was not just her physical appearance that captivated Celine. Within her serene demeanor, there lay a spirit of kindness and gentleness that instantly put her at ease.
As her eyes met the mare's, she felt a sense of connection, as if her soul was reaching out to touch her own. The horse's gentle presence exuded warmth and compassion, creating an instant bond between them.
Jack placed have on the ground, as he allowed her to approach the horse. Celine had already been captivated by the horse, as the horse was just too beautiful for her to resist.
She reached out her hand, and touched the horse gently. She begun stroking its mane, and the horse did not resist her at all. In fact, it had already began rubbing its head against her.
Jack could only shake his head as he said, "Her name is Bella. I got her for you."
"I already love the name." Celine said enthusiastically. Due to the happiness that she was feeling, she even began forgetting about how tired she really was.
She went ahead and hugged Bella's neck, trying to enjoy the comfort that came with hugging the smooth coat of the horse.
The horse that Jack had gotten was through the system. Previously, he had decided to look for horse racing tracks. And after purchasing one of them, he sold it once again.
And thanks to the first income reward from the system, he was able to get another bigger horse racing track. Due to the excitement that he was feeling at that time, he decided to purchase yet another racing track, and after selling it, he was given five horses as the first income reward.
And of course, there was nothing that came from the system as a reward, and it was considered average or normal. The five horses that he had received from the system possessed intelligence of an eight-year-old human.
Additionally, they were way stronger than the best horse known. And, Jack had simply instructed one of the puppets to bring Bella over, because she was the only mare amongst the five. He was intending to gift it to Celine.
And of course, the reason as to why the horse was so cooperative towards Celine was simply because, it had already realized the relationship between Jack and Celine was so close.
And other than that, there was also yet another fact that it really liked Celine.
"What do you think? Do you like the present that is in front of you?" Jack asked.
"Like? I love it!" Celine exclaimed with excitement. At the same time, she released the horse and jumped towards Jack, before kissing him on the cheek.
"Thank you Jack! You are the best!" Celine said excitedly as she hugged him.
Jack's smile widened as he wrapped his hands around Celine's waist, pulling her even closer to him. "As long as you like it, then I'm okay with that." In the end, as he caressed her hair, he said with satisfaction.
"Neigh!"
Looking at the two people who were completely ignoring her, Bella could not hold it anymore, and neighed at them.
When she heard the horse's neighing, Celine giggled like a little girl, as she looked at Bella and said, "You too, Bella."
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