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!”

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

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

shot him a daggered look that made Sean’s heart skip. Despite this, Sean just flashed an award- winning grin. “Come on, bro, you’re not playing fair. Every man

smirked, “Should I call her back,

smile vanished, “Dude, are you messing

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

get- together. Obviously, you’re not on board. The

said with a straight face, nudging the dog beside him with

a black–furred pooch with a striking streak down his back. Whenever Charles shot him one of those piercing looks, Arnold would droop his head

a comforting pat.

the paperwork all sorted. What’s left to doubt?” He let out a derisive snort. “So, what’s the real reason you’re

You know how swamped I’ve been.

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