No longer a pushover

Chapter 129

After Noelle finished her sentence, everyone in the room had a complicated expression. She looked up at Cedric, gathered her courage, and met his gaze. His thin lips were pressed together, and his hand, hanging by his side, slowly clenched, betraying a hint of hesitation.

In his life, there had never been anything he feared. But now, he couldn't figure out what she was thinking.

Frank was even more surprised. "Noelle, what do you mean by that? What do you mean there's no need?"

He thought it was very necessary. He didn't want Noelle to be entangled with Cedric. Frank was ready to deal with Cedric if he had ulterior motives for money.

Noelle's expression remained calm. "Frank, don't casually introduce women to others. You weren't this nosy before. A person as outstanding as Mr. Greene doesn't need you to introduce anyone to him."

He could only nod. "Alright. Whatever you say. Since you say so, I won't insist. I was just concerned because Mr. Greene is your friend; that's all."

Alfred clicked his tongue, thinking only a fool would believe that. It was obvious that Frank was trying to test Cedric by introducing a potential partner.

But it was convenient, as it aligned with Cedric's intentions to return this time, so he went along with it naturally.

Frank returned to his seat. "Noelle had some conflicts with our family earlier. I'm really grateful that you helped take care of her, Mr. Greene. I'll remember this kindness and help when needed." "You're welcome."

of wine and took a few sips. Actually, he wasn't a big fan of smoking or

sitting properly in her chair, her long hair draped over

only glanced at her briefly before quickly turning his gaze away. His mood inexplicably turned a little

near silence. Except for the main group, no one else from the company dared to speak,

only on the

urged to

high enough

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restaurant's private room, her mind distracted

Cedric's pace. He spoke deliberately. "It's my treat today, and thank you again for looking out for Noelle in

leisurely. "If you know she's

I am the last person in the world who

her." Cedric's gaze was cold. "That, I

angered. "But you have no right to take care of her. Who do you think

she forced a smile, her eyes

They were just friends. She quickened her pace down the