Chapter 139 Chapter 139 In an instant, the spacious lounge was empty except for Stanley and Nicolas .
As a transformer, Stanley naturally felt superior to ordinary people, viewing himself as a higher form of existence.
But when facing Nicolas, he couldnt help but feel inferior, as though he were a fish on a chopping block under the mans intense gaze.
Since neither of them said anything, Stanley finally spoke up, clearly uncomfortable.
Uh, Mr.
Sawyer, dont get the wrong idea! Noelle and I are just friends! Shes here to talk about something serious! Oh! Nicolas Enally spoke, his tone rahn but laced with intrigue.
He raised an eyebrow, his handsface still wearing that faint, enigmatic smile, Something serious! Care to elaborate? What else could it be? Stanley hesitated.
Normally, he wouldnt disclose anything about enhanced humans, but Nicolass presence was too intimidating to lie to.
So, he chose his words carefully.
Noelle was recently targeted by assassins.
She ctofor leads.
I know about the organization behind it, so I gave her sinfo .
You know the organization that tried to kill Noelle ? Nicolas asked, surprised.
He hadnt expected Noelle to seek out Stanley for something like this.
His opinion of Stanley shifted slightly.
Could this guy be like Noelle ? Nicolas wondered.
Before coming here, Nicolas had reviewed Stanleys profile.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtHe was a trainee signed by the company, excelling in all areas and considered a key Yeah Stanley said, avoiding eye contact.
The organization is dangerous.
Noelles worried theyll try again, so she asked if there was a way to handle it. And is there? Nicolas asked.
Money solves everything.
Stanley replied, glancing at Nicols.
If the price is right, theyll back off.
By the way, Noelle owes50 million dollars for consulting and referral fees.
Gare to settle that now ! Nicolas chuckled, his eyes glinting with anusement.
You charge quite a bit Stanley shrugged.
Tm worth it.
Nicolas didnt argue .
Instead, he asked, I can pay, but since you can make introductions, could you also connectwith this organization? Im quite interested Stanleys expression suffered.
He gave Nicolas a wary look and said with a forced smile, Id advise against it.
That organization... its best you never get involved.
Noelle wouldnt want you to either, Outside the lounge, Karla, despite having scolded Stanley earlier, disint w immediately called Noelle, hoping she could intervene.
want him to face Nicolass wrath alone.
Worried things might escalate, the Not long after, Noelle arrived.
Karla ! Oh.
Noelle ! Thank goodness youre here ! Karla rushed over, relief flooding her face.
Mr.
Sawyer is sull inside talking to Stanley and clear things up? Sure, Ill handle it ! Noelle nodded, worried Stanley might have said too much.
Great, hurry inf Noelle knocked on the door and cutered.
By then Nicolas and Stanley had finished their conversation Stanley looked pleased, grimming as he said, Mi Mr. Sawyer, youre a generous man.
May your wealth grow endlessly! Nicolas, on the other hand, wore a cool, amused smile When Noelle walked in, Stanley casually greeted her, Hey, youre here.
III leave you two to talk.
Tan heading out.
1/2 Could you go in 2:50 PM I ₫ Chapter 139 Noelle blinkes, surprised.
Kaila had made it seem like the room was a on was a warzone, but everything seemed fine.
Hey, you didnt say anything weird, did you? Noelle asked Stanley c cautiously.
Who,? I just told Mr.
Sawyer about the assassin organization.
Nothing else Oh Noelle sighed in relict Nicolas watched their exchange, his smile deepening.
After Stanley left, Noelle sat next to Nicolas, tilting her head to look at him Nick, youre not mad about the rumors, are you? Stanley and I are just friends! Why would I be mad Nicolas chuckled.
He gestured for her to sit on his lap, and she obliged, wrapping her arms around his neck.
His hands naturally settled on her slender waist as he continued.
Im a mature, rational man.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmI dont get worked up over baseless gossip.
His tone was slow, measured, and calm exactly what one would expect from a man of his caliber.
Heh, is that so! Noelle thed her head and looked at him with a playful glint in her eyes.
Hut you know, I actually kind of hope youd get jealous.
They say jealousy means you care. Upon hearing this, Nicolass eyebrows lifted slightly.
His gaze locked with Noelles mischievous eyes, and then he suddenly confessed, Alright, fine III admit it. When I saw those rumors on the trending page, I got jealous.
Though he knew Noelle would never cheat she didnt even fully understand love seeing the rumors and speculation had irked him.
Hed even canceled meetings to confront the so called other man.
Normally, hed never admit something so petty, but with Noelle, he couldnt help it... Noelles smile grew brighter at his admission.
She kissed him lightly on the lips, swinging her legs back and forth, and said with a grin
Im so happy! Youre jealous for me! You really do care aboutdon't you! Seeing her joy, Nicolas felt a En mix of helplessness and affection. He leaned back, pulling her down onto the couch with him.
Looking down at her, he said, Silly girl, Ive been crazy about you for a long tWith that he kissed her deeply scaling the moment with passion Meanwhile, 011 2 1074 e monitor, the emotional fluctuation curve spiked tically. The lab technicians watched excitedly.
Its happening again! The love curve is spiking! Looks like even enlunced ΟΠΙ humans at this age can be swayed by love this is a good sign As they discussed, one technician rushed in, saying. The Commander in Chief is here.
Everyone, please gather in the front hall immediately The an e announcement caused a stir.
The technicians exchanged uneasy glances.
Why is he here today! Didnt we have a whole month! they wondered, anxiety creeping into their thoughts. In the mam kull, the former head of the regional labs stood nervously, clearly anxious about something. Then, the doors opened A strikingly beautiful man in a black uniform entered, flanked by a group of guards. This was Brandon Jones, the newly appointed Commander of the regional lab The former head hurned forward, forcing a smile.
Welcome, Mr.
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