Chapter 38 Chapter 38 Zij sock spent the cistine day glued to Nicolas, only returning hlate into the night.
pod out of the car, she turned to wave at him with her signature sunny smile.
Nick.
Im heading in.
Dont forget to textwhen you get mectical, his expression soft and indulgent.
Got it.
You had a late night, so dont dawdle.
Go wash up and get to bed early.
Ill text you once 1 Noche Chirpol, her agreement immediate and obedient like this whenever Nicolas told her to do something, shed listen without question.
class heart every single time.
Watching her now, looking so sweet and docile, he felt a familiar, warm ache in his chest.
Rosing moment, he had to resist the urge to pull her back into the car, just to hold her close a little longer.
Nicolas suddenly piped up, as though a thought had just struck her.
Did the Anderson family finish sorting out your school nu .
Noodle confirmed a trace of amusement tugging at the corners of his lips.
e starting soon! Nicolas exclaimed.
Remember, dont tell anyone about your past.
You promised me, Okay? You have to stay low-Noelle said.
Even Leia tried to fish for details, but I didnt say a word.
Nicolas praised, ruffling her hair affectionately.
But remember be extra careful around Leia.
She doesnt like you, and shell do 100 cause trouble.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtDont get too close to her an eyebrow, a cold chuckle escaping his lips.
Family? Leias no family of yours.
Shes just a thief who stole your life and doesnt want Blood doesnt lie, Elly and she doesnt have it andened as though Nicolas had just delivered a divine revelation.
Nick, youre amazing! You figured that out so quickly! evened genuinely in awe, as if this realization hadnt crossed her mind until now, dior Meolas muttered, pinching the bridge of his nose.
You really didnt figure this out before? Metle and brightly, her honesty as sharp as ever.
the corners of his mouth twitching upward despite himself.
Her bluntness was both maddening and endearing seringed dont make the mistake of turning her into an enemy The Anderson family still dotes on her, and if you openly clash with her, her tint.
then Noelle tilted her head, utterly lost.
Am I supposed to stay close to her or not? temples.
Why is she so clueless ? the surface, he said patiently.
Dont actually trust her.
Dont do what she at she tells you to do, and definitely dont parrot her saïd again, his voice softening. Now, get inside.
the skipped toward the mansion.
returned her wave, his gaze lingering on her retreating figure.
clad been silently olnerving from the drivers seat, finally broke the silence with a teasing grin.
You know, the way you handle Miss mit to him, Falung an eyebrow, Hilarious! How ! wirdened Most couples look like... well, couples.
But you two? You look like a father doting on his clueless kid.
Its kind of sweet, really 9:29 AM Chapter 38 Nicolas was still reminding Miss Anderson to go to bed early and teaching her who the good guys and bad guys were, and how to outsmart the bad Thats not something a couple should be doing, right? Nicolas thought.
It felt more like a fatherly kind of care.
Thinking of Noelles clueless expression, Bryan couldnt help but laugh.
Is that funny to you? Nicolas asked, his voice deceptively calm.
Bryan swallowed hard, a nervous smile plastered on his face .
Uh... no, sir.
Not funny at all Drive, Nicolas ordered, his tone cold enough to send shivers down Bryans spine As the car pulled away, Nicolas rolled down the window, letting the cool night air brush against his face.
look like a father he thought, almost bitterly, It wasnt like he wanted to micromanage Ellys life.
But what choice did he have? She was sweet, naive, and utterly oblivious to the complexities of relationships. And then there was the Anderson family.
Leia was a conniving snake, and the familys loyalty still leaned toward her.
If Nicolas didnt guide Noelle.
shed be eaten alive in that house.
Fatherly or not.
Nicolas knew he couldnt let that happen i and a faux innocent Leia.
Meanwhile, back at the Anderson estate, Noelle was greeted by a stormy faced Eli a Noelle, Eli snapped, his tone sharp and accusing you still remember where his, huh? Oh, this again ... Noelle muttered under her breath, already sensing where this was going.
Leia stepped forward, her expression the picture of contrition.
Tm so sorry, Noelle.
I didnt mean to tattle, but I just couldnt stand by while you stayed out so late with Nicolas.
Its really not proper Whats improper about it? Noelle replied flatly.
Nicks my fiance.
Isnt it normal forto spend twith him? And Leia, if you didnt mean to tattle, then why did you? Le blinked, her face falling into a well practiced look of hurt.
Are you blaming me? she asked softly, as if she were the victim.
Yeah Noelle said simply.
Just dont do it: again.
Alright... Elis scowl deepened Noelle Leia was just worried about you.
And this is how you talk to her? I dont get what the big deal is, Noelle retorted.
Nicks not smonster whos going to eatYoull regret it when m something bad happens! Eti Barked, his voice rising- Elis voice grew sharper as he said, I heard from Leia that Nicolas was at Star Club today.
Didnt you say he wouldnt flirt around ? Then why was he there! Do you still v.e dare say hes not messing around? Thes notinessing around Noelle pouted Star Club was Nicolass lasiness, and he was there for a routine inspection. Shed wanted to go to the adult section, but Nick had dragged her away.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmThere was nothing like what Eli was imagining.
But since Nicolas had kept his role as the owner of Star Club a secret, Noelle couldnt explain it to Eli .
Youre will making excuse for it I think youve been brainwashed Star Clubes adult section was well known, and although there was a clean area, Nicolas going to Star Club didnt scream going to the clean zone.
It clearly looked like he was up to no good.
so annoying Frustrated that she couldnt explain, Noelle felt like her head was about to explode.
2/3 Chapter 38 She snapped, Dad doesnt care aboutbeing with Nick, so why do you keep pesteringabout it, El? Youre so nagging, its drivingcrazy What did you say Eli froze, as if struck by something. Leia, seeing her chance, immediately stepped in with a feigned sigh.
Noelle, how can you speak to Eli like that? Of all the people in the Anderson family.
Eli cares the most about you.
He doesnt want you getting close to Nicolas because hes worried about you.
But now youre turning on Eli for an outsider? Thats too much.
Tm not turning on Eli Noelle was starting to get confused.
Eli was just being so annoying, always following her around and arguing.
Shed only spoken the truth.
Fine, I get it.
Im the one whos clueless Eli sneered, his eyes filled with a mix of hurt and self mockery.
From now on, you can be with whoever you want.
I wont interfere.
I wont care anymore.
With that.
Eli stormed upstairs without looking back.
Eli Noelle called after him, but he ignored her.
Once he was out of sight, Leia walked up to Noelle, acting all sympathetic.
Noelle ... you really hurt Elis feelings.
Youd better be more careful in the future Noelle stared at Leia, speechless.
In her mind, Noelle thought, If it wasnt for you snitching, would Eli even know aboutand Nick? And now youre saying all this? Leia, youre so annoying