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!”

to respond, Charles could not help but let out a stifled

teased, “What’s this? Trying to be Mr. Nice

skip. Despite this, Sean just flashed an award- winning

Charles smirked, “Should I call

are you

the mood

It’s to celebrate your partnership with our new sister–in–law. We planned a bros‘ get- together. Obviously, you’re not on board. The big guy and Peter are busy, so I figured I would

the dog beside him

striking streak down his back. Whenever Charles shot him one of those piercing looks, Arnold would droop his head

head a comforting pat. “You’re sure

What’s left to doubt?” He let

shrug. “Just bored, that’s all. You know how

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