No longer a pushover

Chapter 298

"Let's stick with your usual choices. They can never go wrong," Noelle replied. Cedric handed the menu back to the manager. "Go with what she suggested."

The manager glanced curiously at Noelle. She seemed unfamiliar, and his relationship with Cedric intrigued him.

But he soon snapped out of it and asked, "As for drinks, the usual wine?"

Cedric rejected the suggestion without hesitation. "No alcohol. Just bring some fruit juices or soft drinks."

The manager nodded and left cautiously with the menu.

Cedric turned his gaze to Noelle. "Why did you ask to meet Alfred?" He knew her well enough to understand she wouldn't invite Alfred out for a casual meal without a good reason.

After a brief pause, Noelle answered, "I've been appointed captain of Team Yole." "Congratulations, Nelly! That's great news, definitely worth celebrating."

Noelle nodded. "Yeah. it's something to celebrate."

Cedric's eyes remained fixed on her as he asked, "Is that all? Nothing else to it?"

"Nope. It's just dinner. Right now you're the only two friends I have."

subconsciously avoided mentioning

phone call. Noelle nibbled at her food and sneaked a glance

have another reason for meeting

Donovan plans to take action against Maple Enterprise, so I thought it'd be good to strategize in

about that. Alfred isn't a

lowered her head

are you adjusting to school life?" Cedric

well. I've made new friends and settled into a new routine. Like you said before, college life is vibrant and exciting." A genuine smile lit up Noelle's

suddenly didn't want to hear any more about it. He got up. "I noticed you seemed interested in the courtyard

Noelle readily agreed. She was eager for some

but kept a deliberate distance. They were not too close

her pace and intentionally widened the gap between them. She admired the surroundings and remarked, "The atmosphere is so unique. It feels like any random picture would make for a

trailed a few steps behind and

arched bridge, she noticed a pond below where bright red goldfish swam

There's moss around here. Watch

respond, her foot slipped. Cedric instinctively grabbed her wrist

Noelle murmured. Her cheeks