Chapter 0044

Hannah

I slipped my feet into a pair of black flats and smoothed my hands over the pale yellow dress I had chosen for the day. It was a little tighter and more revealing than I would normally wear, but I wanted to make an impression–both on Drake and on anyone else who might be watching.

Noah wasn’t here, of course. He had left the house last night after our argument, and still had yet to return. Part of me was annoyed that he wasn’t here to see me leave with Drake, but I knew he would be hearing about it later.

When I stepped into the foyer, Drake was already waiting for me, looking handsome in a crisp button- down shirt and slacks. His eyes widened slightly as he took in my appearance, but he recovered quickly with a charming smile.

“Good morning, Hannah,” he greeted, taking my hand and brushing a gentlemanly kiss over my You look lovely today.”

I returned his smile, although I couldn’t deny the lingering sense of annoyance at his presence. I supposed I had dug this grave for myself, though. “Thank you, Drake. Shall we get going?”

knuckles.

from the mansion.

you like to go first?” I asked, watching Drake’s gaze flicker from the window to my

me,” he replied with a grin. “I don’t know much about what Nightcrest has to offer, anyway.” With a nod, I directed the driver to take us on a tour of Nightcrest’s most impressive sights–the grand, sweeping lawns of our estate grounds, the pristine athletic facilities, the glittering shopping district. We stayed in the car for the most part to avoid public scrutiny, at

breath as we cruised past each new sightseeing

itself,” he murmured,

seems as i

of the few things I admired about him; he was always a staunch supporter of green


Drake raised an eyebrow at me as ! gathered my small clutch, but he didn’t protest when I looped my

high–end boutiques and cafes, and I reveled in

and then perhaps I could do another interview to help smooth it over, to paint myself as the ever–welcoming and gracious

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Chapter 0044

to do a little shopping?” I asked

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