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."

him out of the hotel. She noticed that the hotel seemed incredibly

Cedric asked, catching her curious

so luxurious, but I don't see any

he quickly answered, "Maybe it's just

to the underground parking lot together. Cedric got into the driver's seat while Noelle settled into the passenger seat. As

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

flashed in her mind a sense of

gaze, his heart racing uncontrollably. Panicked, he quickly averted his eyes, secured the belt, and sat back in

glance at Cedric. The sense of déjà vu lingered. Had she dreamt

remained silent for the rest of the ride. When the car stopped outside the

be here for a

to

have a meal together. I want to thank you for saving

tone. nervous as her gaze flickered. She worried

excuse.

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