Noelle reached out, stealing another look at Steven.

you're not mad."

Steven nodded slightly and extended his hand, giving Noelle a quick, courteous shake before pulling back. "Folks, I've heard about Charles tying the knot for a while now. I've been swamped, so I couldn't make it back to catch up with you all. Sorry for the oversight. I hope

"You're kidding."

Noelle pulled her hand back, her eyes briefly darting to where Charles had pinched her. She could not resist giving Charles a quick pinch at his waist, then shot him a challenging look, her eyebrows arching ever so slightly. It was as if she was saying, that's for pinching me earlier.

it, but Steven seemed taken aback by Noelle's boldness, while

I had someone spruce up your villa a few days ago. It's been empty for a while, though, so I'm not sure how comfy you'll

it's just a crash pad. I won't be sticking around Brookville for long," Steven said, leading the way with Charles, deep in

one for business chatter and had no

"So, is this Mr.

an eyebrow and let out a chuckle. "You'd think he's not as cool as Charles, huh? However, let me tell you,

taken aback. She had not seen Charles in action, but she had always thought he was incredible. After all, he had saved her when she was drugged, effortlessly holding her up with one hand while she lay on the balcony. She

Charles combined could not take down Steven. How strong

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