No longer a pushover

Chapter 234

Regardless of what Noelle said, Cedric was determined to protect her. When he ended the call and returned to the room, Noelle had nearly finished eating. She looked up at Cedric, her gaze flickering with uncertainty as she searched for something to say.

Cedric glanced at the time and asked, "Do you have class today?"

Noelle thought for a moment before replying, "Yes, in the afternoon."

"If you're not feeling well, you can take the day off."

"I'm fine," Noelle said quickly. "Besides, all I do is sit and listen to lectures-it's not tiring." She felt a bit awkward facing him, unsure of how to navigate their current relationship.

Cedric noticed her discomfort and teased her with a smirk, "Are you really that scared of being alone with me?"

Noelle's breath hitched. "N-no, I'm not! I-I just don't want to skip class, that's all."

"A university life isn't complete without skipping a few classes," Cedric quipped, amused by her flustered reaction.

But seeing her struggling to maintain her composure, he decided to ease up. "I'II take you to school."

of relief. After quickly freshening up, she followed him out of the hotel. She noticed that the hotel seemed incredibly upscale, yet upon looking around, she

matter?" Cedric asked, catching her

seems so luxurious, but I don't see any other guests.

uneasiness crossed Cedric's eyes, but he quickly answered, "Maybe it's

seat while Noelle settled into the passenger seat. As she tried to buckle her seatbelt, it

over to help, adjusting the belt for her. When Noelle looked up, she realized his face was just inches away from hers. She

sense of déjà vu. Had Cedric helped her

Panicked, he quickly averted his eyes, secured the belt, and sat back in his

stole a glance at Cedric. The sense of déjà vu

the car stopped outside the school,

be here for a

head to class now.

a meal together. I want to thank you

gaze flickered.

excuse.

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