Chapter 97

Sean’s grin was disarmingly innocent as he adjusted his glasses, looking innocent.

Noelle forced a laugh, her nerves still jangled. The phrase ‘wolf in sheep’s clothing‘ popped into her head unbidden, and she could not help but think it was the perfect way to sum up Sean right then.

Charles squinted, a frosty glint in his eyes, “Showing up unannounced?”

“Don’t tell me my Noelle isn’t happy to see me.” Sean’s eyes landed on Noelle with a playful smirk. “Hmm?”

Noelle forced a laugh, “You two chat. I’ll just be in the kitchen!”

Charles caught Noelle’s hand just in time. “You okay? You look a bit shaken.”

Noelle gulped, shaking her head, “I’m fine, really. I just got a little spooked, but I’m all good now!” She wriggled her hand free from Charles. “You can catch up with Sean, I’ll get started on dinner!”

as he opened his mouth to respond, Charles could not help but let

this rare sight, teased, “What’s this? Trying to

made Sean’s heart skip. Despite this, Sean just flashed an award- winning grin. “Come

smirked, “Should I

“Dude, are you messing with

in the mood to be friendly, “Why did you even

a bros‘ get- together. Obviously, you’re not on board. The big guy and Peter are busy,

nudging the dog beside him with his

him one of those piercing looks,

pat.

What’s left to doubt?” He let out a derisive snort. “So, what’s

nonchalant shrug. “Just bored, that’s all. You know how swamped I’ve been. And

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