Chapter 62 Chapter 62 Damon felt conflicted seeing Noelle again.
After the harsh words hed said last night, hed thought hed made his stance crystal clear.
Hed drawn the line, severed any connection between them.
Surely.
Noelle, after hearing those cutting remarks over the phone, wouldnt still try to cozy up to him.
No matter how guilty or not guilty he felt, there was no need to deal with her anymore.
But what he hadnt expected was that when they met again, she could still smile at him so brightly.
Is Noelle simply naive, or is she deeply calculating ? he thought.
Anyone else in her position would have avoided him entirely, so how could she act like nothing had happened? Damon, whats wrong Noelle, noticing his silence, stepped closer, her wide eyes filled with curiosity.
Your dark circles are huge! Did you not sleep well last night? Damon hadnt slept well.
After what happened, who could sleep! Looking at Noelle, who seemed entirely unbothered. Damon was baffled.
Noelle, are you brainless or just insane? Why would you dare to talk toafter everything? Are you out of your mind? Damon, is that how you speak to your sister? Kimberly, overhearing his tone, walked over, her displeasure evident.
And why didnt you bring Noelle hlast night? I heard she had to stay over at Nicolas place.
Here we go again.
Hearing yet another interrogation, Damons irritation flared.
Why should It Ive said a hundred times I dont like Noelle.
Why should I be the one responsible for her? Damon, what kind of nonsense is that? Kimberly asked in disbelief shed hoped last nights events would soften Damons attitude toward Noelle .
How could he still be e this unreasonable? I told you, Mom, Damon said, his face darkening, I want nothing to do with her.
Youre the one who insists on keeping her around.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtIf you dont want a repeat of last night, stop shoving her into my life.
Otherwise, I cant promise what I do.
to leave.
With that, be turned to But just as he took a step, a small hand grabbed his arm.
Looking back, he found Noelle holding onto him.
She stared at him intently and asked, Damon, do you really hatethat much! He wanted to say yes But when their eyes met those pure, innocent eyes the word stuck in his throat.
He thought, Do I really hate i Before could figure out an answer, Noelle continued, speaking as if to herself.
I dont hate you, Damon.
You helpeddeal with the guys from your team last night, boughtlamb skewers and pancakes.
I think youre a good person.
I want to get along with you.
Can wel Her straightforwardn hit Damon like a suckerjanch.
Her open, honest words threw him off epurely Pankking like someone burned, he shook off her hand and backed away several steps.
buor a safe distance aw,, he lashed out.
Noelle, stop kidding yourself.
I only helped you for my own reasons .
Letwarn you dont cnear ine senormous words belund, Damian fled like a man escaping a fire DreRead Romance ... Open 021 AM ch Chapter 62 Damon Where are you going now? Get back here ? Kimberly called after him, but Damon only picked up his pace.
Ugh, that boy is going to be the death of me! Kimberly huffed, hands on her hips, before turning to Noelle. She saw the gentle smile still on Noelles face, and her heart ached.
Dont take Damons words to hear, sweetheart, Kimberly said, comfort her.
Hes stubborn and hot headed, always saying awful things when hes upset.
caid, trying to Even though she understood that Damon was so dismissive of Noelle to defend Leia, Kimberly still felt that he was going too far by saying such harsh words to his own sister.
She hoped Noelle wouldnt take it to heart.
But Noelle didnt really take it to heart Noelle, ever unfazed, smiled warmly.
Dont worry, Mom.
Im not upset.
Damons actually a good person just a little awkward After all, anyone whod buy her food couldnt be all bad But Noelles response was like a dagger to Kimberlys heart.
someone treated her that way, Kimberly doubted shed ever try to reconnect, is matter how strong she was Yet Noelle wasnt angry or hurt instead, she gave her brother the benefit of the doubt.
Noelle had a heart wider than any of them.
Kimberlys eyes welled up as she stepped forward and hugged Noelle tightly.
Her voice trembled.
You... youre always surprising me, Elly.
How can you be so wonderful? Huh? Noelle blinked, confused What did I say? Why is Mom so emotional all of a sudden Although baffled, she gently patted Kimberlys back and said, Dont cry, Mom, Isnt it a good thing that I surprised you in a good way? Kimberly laughed softly, wiping her tears.
Yes, it its a very good thing.
Keep at it, Noelle She encouraged her daughter, adding, Damon has a sharp tongue but a soft heart .
If someone treats him well, he remembers.
Spend more twith him hell caround.
Okay Noelle nodded, flashing a bright smile.
Kimberlys heart melted again.
Her daughters smile was truly something magical it felt i like sunshine piercing through clouds, warm and bright Alright, Im going to find Damon now, Noelle announced With only a few days left before her military training resumed, she wanted to seize every opportunity to get closer to Damon .
Go ahead, Kimberly said, then added with a wink, Damon has a weak spot for kindness.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmWhen he says something mean, dont push back just soften him up.
Hell meh Noelle ryes widened with realization.
Wow, Moncs like an NPC in a game, always dropping the best tips .
she decided to stick close to her mother from now on this was definitely the way to complete her mission.
After dorming out, Damon checked into a hotel.
He want even sure why hed run, but something about faing Noelle just fell off Shes so wrind) he drought, lying on the bed Nothing about her behavior ti normal logit. Dreams Read Roman Open 921 AM Chapter 62 And the more he thought about it, the more he resolved to avoid her entirely.
Just then, his phone rang Hello ! Dumon, want to join an underground race? His teammates voice was brimming with excitement.
Its being held at Ridgeville Raceway, right near Crestfall City Whats the point? Damon replied flatly.
You know professional racers arent supposed to participate in illegal races.
After hearing this, his teammate teased him, Damon, thats not what you said yesterday.
Didnt you say the illegal street race had shidden went! Damon 'm replied, The only hidden talent Im 1. The only concerned about is Emberling Everyone else is just a bunch of mediocre drivers.
His teammate seemed to have been waiting for this response and got even more excited saying, Damon, do do you thinkyou join just for fun! 1 got the tip off that Emberling is participating in this race The moment those words were out, Damon shot up from the bed, shocked. What did you say Emberling is joining? Are you sure about the source? Its from the race organizers themselves.
Its gotta be true, Damon was even more excited after hearing that.
Emberling the legendary racer who achieved nearly impossible feats.
Was he finally going to meet them in person! lust as Damon was feeling elated, there was a sudden knock at the door.
Dumon thought it was just customer service, so he didnt think much of it and quickly got up to open the door.
To his surprise, when the door opened, a petite and cute girl appeared.
She had a playful smile, her eyes curving with joy as she said, Tada! Damon .
Im here to hang out with you Just as the words left her mouth ....
The door slammed shut again.
Damon thought to himself.
What the heck? Did I just hallucinate? Was that Noelle standing outside the door! C